Quality Manager – Electronics – required by growing IoT multinational in Co. Wexford.
Reporting to the MD & working alongside other senior managers, you will oversee the Quality Management System, manage supplier quality, Design Verification Testing, Production Verification Testing, qualify components and Lead & Manage the Quality Assurance team.
An ideal candidate should have a background in electronics and knowledge of IPC standards and quality management systems such as ISO 9001 and ISO 13485.
Responsibilities:
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Lead and Manage the Quality Assurance team of 5 members
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Manage the Quality Management System to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations, including IPC-A-610, ISO 9001 and ISO 13485
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Investigate and resolve customer complaints and returns to ensure customer satisfaction
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Collaborate with suppliers to establish quality standards and manage supplier quality performance
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Conduct DVT and PVT to ensure that products meet quality and performance requirements
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Contribute to failure investigations and root cause analysis and lead the team in creating 8D reports
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Qualify alternative components and collaborate with the design team to determine the required actions
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Lead supplier visits and audits in the Asia
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Identify areas for process improvement and implement corrective actions to improve product quality
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Monitor and analyze quality performance data and report on trends to management
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Develop and implement training programs to enhance the quality culture and knowledge of the Quality Assurance team
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Manage the internal audit program to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality assurance and/or management in electronic manufacturing
- Knowledge of IPC standards, including IPC-A-610, and experience in failure analysis and root cause analysis
- Interest in Quality Processes and Continuous Improvement
- Six Sigma certification is a plus
- Strong leadership skills and ability to manage and develop a team
- Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and with customers
- Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Willingness to travel to Asia for supplier visits
emer@emtechrecruitment.ie
