Quality Manager Jobs in Ohio

• Company Overview

Nippon Seiki Ohio, an entity of a global conglomerate, Nippon Seiki Company, LTD, is a tier one supplier of Heads-Up Display systems and Instrument Clusters. The plant is located in Sabina, OH.

NSOH supplies the Automotive Industry in North America with an established and recognized resource, critical to the development of safe and innovative products. Through continued improvements in design, development and production systems, such as molding and mounting technologies, to circuitry and verification technologies, We excel in quality, delivery, cost and development.

We are committed to preserving the future, NSOH Sabina embraces Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), with a focus in four key areas: Environment, Community Involvement, Individual Development and Compliance. Our goal is the responsible operation of our businesses and to ensure safety and success for every future generation.

Job Summary

To lead and oversee the Quality Assurance and Quality Control functions at NSOH, ensuring the production of high quality, reliable components for the automotive industry. This role is responsible for managing and optimizing QA/QC processes ensuring that all products meet customer specifications, industry standards and regulatory requirements while fostering an environment of continuous improvement. By leading cross-functional teams with engineering, production, and design, the manager ensures both proactive and reactive quality measures are implemented effectively to prevent defects and reduce variability to drive customer satisfaction and operational Key Performance Indicators.

Major Responsibilities

• Leadership and Team Management: Lead, mentor, and manage a cross-functional teams across multi-functional groups in both QA and QC. Provide Training, guidance, and support to all team members to align company standards and customer satisfaction. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, with a proactive approach to problem solving and collaboration within the Quality teams and all departments.
• Quality Assurance Management: Develop, implement, and maintain various Quality Assurance systems, procedures, and processes to maintain all customer and regulatory requirements. Oversee the creation and review of quality documents such as PFMEA, Control Plans, Work Instructions, Inspection Sheets. Lead the team on root cause analysis that lead to corrective/preventative actions that prevent recurrence.
• Quality Control Management: Manage day-to-day QC activities, ensuring all inspections, testing, and audits are carried out based on internal procedures and industry standards.
• Customer Communication and Complaint Resolution: Manage the primary point of contacts for customer quality concerns and timely and effective resolution of issues. Coordinate with customers and internal teams to address product quality issues raised by customers.
• Performance Monitoring and Reporting: Establish and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for all QA/QC activities and ensure they are in alignment with customer requirements and corporate initiatives. Provide reports and updates to senior management regarding quality performance, risks, quality trends or opportunities for improvement.
• Supplier Quality Management: Manage and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure the quality of incoming materials. Work with suppliers on corrective actions to address quality concerns.

Minimum Knowledge, Experience, and Education

• Associates degree in a related field such as Engineering, Quality Management or similar
• 3-5 years of experience in a quality leadership function, with experience in IATF 16949 standards
• Familiarity with PPAP, AQPQ.FMEA, MSA, and SPC quality tools. Strong leadership qualities and problem-solving skills

Preferred Knowledge, Experience and Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Quality Management, or Business related field
• 5-7 years of experience in a quality leadership role in the automotive industry, with hands on experience with IATF 16949 audits and CSR's
• Certification in quality management systems like CQE, LSS. Proficiency in data analytics and global supply chain management

Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and become the property of Nippon Seiki North America.

DISCLAIMER

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

New Sabina Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person