Buyers Products company, a leading manufacturer in the work truck industry, is searching for a Director of Quality to complement the skills and talents of our Quality Department.
Primary Job Duties:
- Develop and implement quality policies, procedures, and objectives to ensure goals are achieved
- Develop and implement industry-specific quality standards to ensure compliance with customer and regulatory requirements
- Lead and manage the Quality Assurance team
- Utilize statistical analysis to identify opportunities for improvement in processes
- Analyze and report on quality metrics, trends, and performance
- Establish and maintain relationships with customers, vendors, and regulatory bodies to ensure adherence to standards
- Monitor supplier performance and evaluate supplier auditing processes
- Serve as a liaison between the organization and external parties
- Develop and implement quality training programs
- Evaluates production operations from a strategic level to ensure that products meet quality, integrity, functionality, and other specifications and requirements
- Collaborates with management and senior staff across production departments and roles to draft acceptable quality standards
- Facilitates communication among production divisions and management
- Assesses test results and approves recommended changes
- Reviews quality control documentation such as checklists, logs, and reports for effectiveness, accuracy, and relevance
- Conducting audits and routine inspections to uphold and enhance quality standards
- Periodically reports status of quality control and operations to executive leadership
- Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Quality Management, Business Administration, or Industrial Engineering is essential.
- A Master’s degree or an advanced diploma in a specialized area related to Quality Control or Quality Assurance is highly preferred.
- Relevant certifications such as Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) or Certified Quality Manager (CQM) from recognized professional bodies like the American Society for Quality (ASQ) are advantageous.
- Strong knowledge of industry-specific regulations, standards, and quality control methodologies.
Skills/ Experience:
- 7+ years of experience in a Quality Assurance/Control management position in the manufacturing sector
- Proven track record of successful process improvement initiatives
- Able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to train staff
- Thorough understanding of quality control standards and methodologies
- Thorough understanding of manufacturing and production in the industry
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
- Mobility and dexterity to move around office setting including accessing file cabinets or storage and navigating to different workstations
- Must be able to remain stationary for extended periods of time and engage in some repetitive motion
- Mobility and dexterity to move around operating machinery and powered industrial equipment
- Ability to move up to 10 pounds
Education Background:
- A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Quality Management, Business Administration, or Industrial Engineering is essential.
- A Master’s degree or an advanced diploma in a specialized area related to Quality Control or Quality Assurance is highly preferred.
- Relevant certifications such as Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) or Certified Quality Manager (CQM) from recognized professional bodies like the American Society for Quality (ASQ) are advantageous.
- Strong knowledge of industry-specific regulations, standards, and quality control methodologies.
About Buyers Products Company - Established in 1946, Buyers Products Company has grown to become a leading manufacturer in the work truck industry. Buyers Products specializes in durable truck boxes, heavy duty towing equipment, hydraulics, controls, and all-season trailer accessories. The Buyers line of snow and ice equipment includes SnowDogg® snow plows, SaltDogg® spreaders, and ScoopDogg by Buyers snow pushers. For more information, to apply to this position, or to view other available opportunities, please visit