Quality Department Manager

Position SummaryProvide leadership and management of the quality assurance and quality control functions across multiple manufacturing facilities in support of Chomerics division.Position SummaryEssential Functions:• Assure quality requirements are adequately defined at all functional levels to permit appropriate quality planning and verification of compliance. Coordinate TQM efforts across business units.• Identify, develop and implement new methods of quality management and systems, and audit existing systems to meet division initiatives, IATF 16949, AS9100, ISO9001, and other customer requirements. FAA experience a plus.• Provide quality oriented leadership in achieving facility quality objectives. Interfaces with internal and external customers to provide comprehensive responses and technical assistance regarding quality systems and/or products.• Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance activities for all purchased material, equipment, parts, and processing. Manage supplier quality audits and corrective action plans. Integrate and monitor supplier quality performance with divisional objectives.• Utilize automated systems where available to proactively plan, implement and track quality systems and processes.• Maintain the highest degree of customer service, throughput, quality, cost reduction and people productivity.QualificationsQualifications:• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.• Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the job. Five to seven years applicable experience in a world-class manufacturing environment is preferred.• Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills for effective interface with all internal and external contacts.• Effective facilitation and coaching skills.• Knowledge of and experience in Total Quality concepts and ISO procedures.• Knowledge and experience with statistical improvement methods, and corrective action development experience.• Managerial experience, with demonstrated ability to provide leadership and motivation to employees.• Limited travel will be required.Parker HannifinParker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century the company has been enabling engineering breakthroughs that lead to a better tomorrow. Learn more at www.parker.com or @parkerhannifin.Parker Chomerics is a global supplier of EMI shielding, thermal interface materials, plastics and optical products. We offer a worldwide network of applications engineering support, manufacturing facilities, and sales offices. With stocking and fabrication on five continents, our products are available anytime, anywhere.With Headquarters in Woburn, MA, Parker Chomerics is part of a global Fortune 500 company but has a small company feel. We thrive on high performance teams that are empowered to make decisions on both a big and small scale. We strive to make a positive impact on the lives of our employees by establishing an inclusive, caring and friendly work environment. We encourage the continued education and skill development of our teams and offer advancement opportunities at a global division. If you’re looking for a fast paced, collaborative environment where you can be at the cutting edge of engineering solutions, look no further.Equal Employment OpportunityParker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.(“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov) and Genetic Information DiscriminationDrug TestsDrug-Free WorkplaceIn accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.