Quality Control Manager

JOB SUMMARY 

The Quality Control Manager oversees the laboratory workflow, maintains efficiency in the manufacturing operation, trains other chemists, and serves as a backup for testing and approving bulk raw materials and finished batches of products.  

The Quality Control Manager will adhere to quality specifications, compliance safety, regulatory, environmental rules, and regulations.  

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Managers the Sharonville quality laboratories and staff 

• Manages all quality laboratory reagents, supplies, and equipment purchasing and inventory 

• Manages absences with staffing coverage for Paid-Time-Off (PTO)/Leave of Absence (LOA) in Sharonville and the Cincinnati region 

• Executes the line audit process  

• Resolves systemic issues as a result of line audits 

• Completes Quality Deviation Reports (QDR) for the Sharonville Plant 

• Oversees the product return disposition process  

• Consults Research & Development (R&D) regarding unsuccessful batch adjustments and rejected batch disposition 

• Ensures completion of Production Inventory Template Form (PIT) and Bill of Materials (BOM) revision quality activities for the Sharonville Plant 

• Employs safe work habits and complies with all applicable safety requirements. 

• Provide daily production support including testing, adjusting and disposition of raw materials, products, and packaging. 

• Works closely with R&D, plant management, production teams and EHS to ensure overall quality and safety of products produced and distributed by the plant 

• Audits, guides, and advises operators in the analysis, adjustments, manufacturing, and packaging of products 

• Provide technical support with regards to waste minimization, environmental compliance, and timely disposition of returns, discrepant product, and materials. 

• Utilize SPC methods in data collection, root cause analysis, corrective/preventive action effectiveness and cost saving/avoidance analysis 

• Drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, service, and productivity 

• Set annual performance goals and conduct annual reviews for all direct reports 

• Maintain a strong, constant focus on workplace safety to establish a culture that requires safe work behaviors by everyone present at our facilities.  

• Prioritizing daily tasks 

• Responding to daily employee relations issues, and contributing to the resolution of associate concerns, to help promote a harmonious work environment 

• Maintaining good housekeeping processes 

• Fostering a positive work environment 

• Support production growth efforts in a dynamic manufacturing environment 

• Any other responsibilities delegated by the Director of Quality. 

• Regular and sustained attendance 

QUALIFICATIONS 

• 3-5 years Management and/or Supervisory experience 

• 5-10 years operations experience in a manufacturing environment 

• Ability to own the leadership role and function in all quality matters 

• Proven experience where a high level of accuracy is non-negotiable 

• Strong attention to detail 

• Experience working independently and, in a group,/team setting 

• Able to prioritize and organize the daily workload to meet deadlines 

• Experience testing chemical products and samples 

• Demonstrated experience with continuous improvement efforts and corrective actions 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

• Ability to communicate well with plant employees, vendors, customers, and senior leaders.  

• Proficient with business software platforms 

• Ability to analyze data and prepare presentations and communications  

• Working knowledge of ISO, OSHA, and EPA regulations 

• Experience with warehouse management software 

• Proficient in Microsoft Suite – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Dynamics [D365] 

• A professional and positive attitude 

• Able to lift 25 lbs. 

• Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. 

EDUCATION REQUREMENTS 

Bachelor’s Degree required 

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field preferred  

Management or Leadership Training preferred 

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