AGC | Quality Manager, Bellefontaine, OH
AGC Glass Company North America, located in Bellefontaine, Ohio, fabricates high-quality automotive safety glass for automobile manufacturers located in the United States and abroad. We are searching for individuals who want to join our fast-paced, high-tech, team environment.
Summary of Position:
Responsible for establishing and maintaining a quality assurance system. Will develop a quality assurance team that promotes customer satisfaction and that positively impacts financial performance. Will champion continuous improvement efforts and defect reduction initiatives to establish an effective Quality Management System.
Responsibilities:
- Develops strategic long- and short-term objectives/goals to support company vision and mission
- Establishes and is accountable for budget requirements
- Develops Quality team through coaching, feedback, and continued training activities
- Develops and controls Quality Management System
- Serves as primary quality control resource for problem identification, resolution, loss reporting and continuous improvement
- Supports engineering efforts by participating in design development projects representing quality assurance and the customer
- Supports the analysis of customer specifications to establish efficient, cost-effective requirements for manufacturing products
- Monitors plant conformance with QA standards and procedures
- Conducts quality assurance training for associates
- Suggests and implements methods for improving product quality or design or manufacturing processes
- Establishes and maintains strong customer relations to identify opportunities to improve quality and establish feedback with manufacturing and development teams
- Provides reporting to management on quality issues, trends, and losses
- Ensures compliance with quality standards and leads external quality audits
- Ensures safe workplace for all associates and visitors by establishing and maintaining 5S and environmental objectives of department
- Demonstrates AGC Way in all aspects of duties and responsibilities
Desired Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree – Business Management, Engineering, or similar field
- 5 to 7 years progressive leadership experience
- Knowledge of and ability to utilize problem solving tools such as Six Sigma, Fishbone, KT, 8D, etc.
- Knowledge and ability to initiate PFMEA’s, PAP’s, and SPC’s
- Knowledge and experience with customer required Quality Measurement Systems.
- Moderate to advanced computer skills including use of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.
- Previous experience in leading continuous improvement activities
- Strong leadership skills
- Strong communication skills both oral and written
- Excellent interpersonal skills required
- Ability to interpret, implement, and ensure compliance to customer and quality specifications
- Self-motivated, energetic with the ability to think outside the norm
What can AGC Offer You?
We offer a competitive compensation package including structured bonus plan, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 14 paid holidays, 401k with Company match, free uniforms, safety boot reimbursement program, prescription safety glasses (frames and lenses) and opportunities for career advancement.
Apply in person at 1465 W. Sandusky Ave, Bellefontaine, OH 43311 or here online
Equal Opportunity Employer – To be considered, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.