Quality Assurance Manager

Overview

Wieland - Creating Value for Generations!

Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio including power, automotive, ammunition, coinage, construction materials, refrigeration, electronics and many other industries. To us, metal is more than material.

Wieland's Cultural Values

Wieland’s culture is what makes for a fun and rewarding place to work! As a company, we benefit daily from our employees' knowledge and abilities. With our cultural vision, we place our core values at the heart of everything we do: safety, ambition, optimism, reliability, ownership, diversity, & respect.

Wieland is hiring a Quality Assurance Manager. The Quality Assurance Manager will be responsible for leading and advancing the enterprise Quality Management System (QMS) across all Global Services Business Unit facilities nationwide.

This role is accountable for overseeing the development and management of the strategic direction for the quality management system and standards. This role manages the execution, maintenance and compliance of quality standards, training, documentation, corporate management reviews, and internal audit schedules across multiple sites. This role will be the Management Representative as appointed by the BU President to lead the QMS and Systems Assessments, Standards, Training, Certification. This role is located out of Louisville, Kentucky, and will be fully remote. While this role is remote, travel to locations will be required (50% travel). 

At Wieland, we recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. As a result, our ranges reflect our good faith estimate to pay fairly. The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be based upon various factors unique to each individual that may include but are not limited to years of experience, industry knowledge, technical skills, education, qualifications, etc. 

Responsibilities

Quality Assurance Manager Responsibilities:

• Lead the Quality Management System (QMS) in accordance with ISO 9001 and/or AS9100, AS9120 as needed.
• Maintains the enterprise Quality Management System (QMS) across all ISO-certified facilities
• Monitor regulatory changes and update policies
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards, internal quality policies, and customer requirements.
• Establish an escalation path for systemic or non-compliance related issues to Corporate Leadership Team.
• Management Representative as appointed by the BU President to lead the QMS and Systems Assessments, Standards, Training, Certification.
• Serve as a primary quality representative for managing the annual corporate management review process, which includes coordinating analysis; Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats (SWOT), Political, Economic, Social and Technological, Legal and Environment conditions (PESTLE), Interested Parties (IP), and Risk Register for corporate reporting and annual recertification audits.
• Analyze quality performance data, trends, and risks; develop and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Develop, implement, and update quality assurance programs, procedures, and operating practices aligned with business objectives.
• Lead Monthly Quality Site Meetings, monitor progress against action items
• Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, Operational Excellence and Human Resources Teams to standardize quality practices and drive continuous improvement.
• Monitor vendor/supplier related issues to support supply quality and adherence to quality standards.
• Travel to plant locations nationwide to provide quality leadership, coaching, training, and audit support.
• Lead, mentor, and support Business Unit Quality team members and QA leadership.
• Monitor the site quality teams independence from the operations
• Defines opportunities for standardization across sites
• Collaborate with Commercial Leaders to develop standard approach to yearly customer surveys to deliver consistent feedback and actions within the business unit.

Quality Assurance Manager Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years’ experience in QA/QC within manufacturing, preferably IS9001, AS9100 or AS9120
• Lead Internal Auditing experience in IS9001, AS9100/AS9120
• Experience in transforming metal products into industrial manufacturing environments
• Excellent interpersonal, written, verbal communication skills and organization skills.
• Ability to influence others without having direct authority and change management skills.
• Proficiency in Oracle, Consense, Microsoft Word, Excel, and other Microsoft Office software programs.
• Excellent organization and follow-through skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Must be detail-oriented and recognize importance of accuracy and timeliness in completing tasks.

Qualifications

Joining Wieland’s team gives you…

• Benefits - Starting on Day 1! Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life & more!
• Retirement Savings - 401(k) contribution + match.
• Work/Life Balance - Paid Vacation & Holidays.
• Growth Opportunities - We have over 9,000+ employees worldwide and 40+ locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!
• Wellness Programs – Wieland encourages participation in our unique and personalized approach to wellness, where you are eligible to earn healthcare premium discounts as well as HSA employer contributions based on your status within the program.
• Sustainability- Wieland continues to break ground with eco-friendly solutions and push the barrier in sustainability for future generations.

Wieland is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.   Come join Wieland today and help us continue to build a global corporation we are all proud to belong to.