Quality Manager (Salisbury, MD)

Smiths Interconnect in Salisbury, MD.is currently recruiting for a Quality Manager. Under the direction of the Global Quality Director, the Salisbury Quality Manager will in conjunction with their peers develop and drive strategies for quality improvements for both internal and external customers, as well as suppliers. The incumbent will be the quality leader for the Salisbury site. Incumbent will partner with other leaders in the business to ensure that the strategy is fully aligned, understood, communicated, and implemented at the two sites. The successful candidate should have experience in a multi-site organization in both influencing direction and management. Key elements of the role include:Conduct recruitment, selection, deployment, leadership, coaching, mentoring, and development of Salisbury Quality Staffs, driving continuous improvement in resource efficiency and effectiveness within the global quality team.In conjunction with the Global Quality Director, determine the objectives, targets and goals for the Salisbury Quality Staffs to support and deliver value aligned to strategic initiatives. Measures progress and identifies / takes the necessary actions when objectives, targets and / or goals are not met.Lead the identification and execution of team activities / resources required to support strategies / initiatives.Drive dedicated focus on continuous improvements in business performance in areas of Quality, Cost, Lead-time and Delivery.Provide leadership to their team in the areas of systems, processes, and tools.Support the integration of lessons learned into global systems and processes wherever possible.Support enhancements to global systems, processes and tools to support changing / evolving global needs / requirements.This position requires US CitizenshipDuties & ResponsibilitiesParticipate in development of global systems, processes and tools ensuring that market sector and site requirements / needs have been considered and incorporated wherever possible.Drive continuous improvement in siteSupport deployment of global systems, processes and tools.Provide systems assessment support as needed.Identify existing and future resource needs for the site to support strategies and future needs.Support enhancements to global systems, processes and tools to support changing / evolving global needs / requirements.Drive compliance to established global systems, processes and tools.Measure conformance and initiates actions when non-conformances are identifiedEnsure the timely and effective communication of changes / enhancements to Interconnect requirements / expectationsFacilitate, coach, and mentor site quality and operational teams on Root Cause Analysis and effective corrective and preventive actions processes.Manage and maintain quality performance metrics at siteProvide leadership, coaching and mentoring to site staff including: Identification of targets, goals and objectives for the team as well as individual team members.Identify training and development needs for each direct report. Create and execute training plans, addressing the needs identified.Conduct effective Employee Appraisals in compliance with global HR processes with the aim of improving employee performances.Diversity & InclusionWe believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.The IndividualExperience required in multinational companies.Demonstrated performance in in multi-site, multi-national environments.Proven capability to lead cross functional teams in problem solving, process improvements, and solution implementation.Experience in supplier development and management is desirable.Knowledgeable and hands on experience in the application of Lean and Six Sigma including at least some of the following tools:Value Stream Mapping, Cpk/Ppk, GR&R, SPC, Control Plans, Sampling Plans, Kaizen, 5S, Statistical Analysis, SMED, 5 why’s, Root Cause analysis, 8D, VOC, QFD, Error Proofing, Robust Design, FMEA, Cause and Effect Diagrams, Pareto Analysis, etc.Experience and familiarity with Performance / Process Excellence and Built In Quality models is highly desirable, as are formal Lean and 6-sigma certifications.Bachelor’s degree in Quality or a Technical Discipline (i.e. IE, EE, ME, QE). Master Degree in relevant discipline is preferred.At least 2 years Quality / Operations / Engineering experience in management role in a world-class manufacturing setting, with demonstrated success in both quality leadership and business process excellence.Additional certification such as BB/MBB, CQE, CQM, and / or ISO Lead Auditor is highly desirable.Proven problem solving skills and abilities requiredExperienced in working in Design area with Design TeamsFamiliarity with and experience in applying Six Sigma methodologies required (qualified Green Belt / Black Belt preferred)Demonstrated skills must include strong written and oral communication, resource management, problem solving, process improvement, conflict resolution and process development / deployment administration and change management.Bilingual preferences: English, Spanish, French, Italian German should be highlighted on resume.Travel: domestic up to 5%.About SmithsAt Smiths we apply leading-edge technology to design, manufacture and deliver market-leading innovative solutions that meet our customers' evolving needs, and touch the lives of millions of people every day. We are a FTSE100, global business of around 14,600 colleagues, based in 50+ countries. Our solutions have a real impact on lives across the planet, enabling industry, improving healthcare, enhancing security, advancing connectivity and supporting new homes. Our products and services are often critical to our customers’ operations, while our proprietary technology and high service levels help create competitive advantage. We welcome colleagues with a curious mind, who are happy with responsibility, enjoy a challenge and are attracted by the idea of working at a business with a 170+ year history of innovation, and five global divisions, all experts in their field.About Smiths InterconnectSmiths Interconnect is a leading provider of technically differentiated electronic components, subsystems, microwave and radio frequency products that ensure high speed, secure connectivity of critical applications in the defence, aerospace, communications and industrial markets. Our microwave technology is used in radar, communication and surveillance systems that are mission-critical and operate in extreme environments in aerospace and defence. Our microwave components and connectors ensure optimal performance, durability and safety of space satellites. Our semi-conductor test products are used to test highly sophisticated semi-conductors and electronic circuits in communication systems, gaming products and computing devices. Our in-flight antenna systems give passengers internet connectivity gate-to-gate on planes around the world. Our connector and cable solutions ensure reliability of critical medical equipment, and safe operation of trains and transport systems.One of five divisions of Smiths Group, Smiths Interconnect employs over 2000 people. We have a global presence selling our products in over 50 countries with manufacturing facilities in nine countries and offices across North America, Europe and Asia.
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