Quality Manager

Company Description

With over 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries. Sika has offices in over 100 countries with over 300 manufacturing facilities and more than 33,500 employees worldwide. With annual sales of 11.5+ billion dollars in 2022, our commitment to quality, innovation, and the environment as well as putting our customer’s needs first, encompasses why Sika is the global leader in our industries.

Job Description

Responsible for the development, implementation and control of quality related initiatives including ISO9001 & IATF16949. In cooperation with site management, responsible for the quality control & assurance function throughout all Product Divisions and the implementation of proactive quality management systems that will position the Sika Versailles Operations as a leader in process and product quality through continuous improvement activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. System

• Coordinate all quality related and total customer satisfaction programs to meet corporate objectives
• Insurance of all QMS relevant procedures also including initialize and optimization of such procedures
• Monitor and report ISO9001, IATF16949 and quality performance, including using the statistical analysis tools

1. Manager role

• Overall responsibilities to design, implement, and maintain Quality Policy program and establish Quality goals and objectives
• Establish all certification schedules and activities including internal and external audits as well as documentation review
• Actively promote, through own action and attitude, a positive a continuous improvement culture
• Direct responsibility to manage Versailles Quality Department
• Create a challenging and motivating culture in the plant

1. Management related function

• Provide local site management with technical assistance required to formulate new or revised quality control procedures and systems
• Provide executive management with regular reports regarding compliance status, specific action items, problems and opportunities. Monitor and report quality performance KPIs with other members of the local leadership team (LLT)
• Establish and meet local budgets and operational goals and objectives through Balanced Scorecard. Help to implement strategy, processes and activities related to capital budgeting and plan implementation for the Quality department

1. Business related function

• Assure the FERT release and inspection plan setup in SAP, and assist the introduction of new materials, packaging, products and processes
• Support new product and raw-material launches, scale-up, and validation of products as well as optimization of products in compliance with the PCP process
• Provide corrective and preventive techniques to insure continuous improvement of the manufacturing process regarding quality and economy (throughput, waste, energy efficiency; together with other members of the LLT). Troubleshoot quality problems and establish root cause analysis to develop the implementation and check the sustainability of the appropriate corrective action
• Initiate state-of-the-art procedures and methods where appropriate

1. Customer related function

• Support a national customer complaint process which satisfies our customers’ needs. Determine and improve process capabilities by using statistical quality-techniques to meet or exceed customer needs
• Must be familiar with product quality requirements for automotive manufacturer customers, and must be able to facilitate and/or coordinate training in continuous improvement activities to improve manufacturing and distribution processes
• Development of processes that assure the shipment of products that meet agreed upon customer specifications 

Qualifications

• BA in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related majors, advanced degree is a plus
• Computer literacy
• 3 years management experience
• Full understanding of Quality Management, ISO9001 and IATF16949 requirements
• Good at statistics, Six Sigma Green Belt is a plus

Additional Information

Competitive Benefits: Health Insurance, 401k with company match, year-end profit-sharing bonus, paid time off, and paid holidays. Meaningful Work: Sika products enhance our surroundings and the work every employee completes helps positively impact daily lives by making our world stronger, more durable, and more reliable – every day. Company Culture: Sika centers work culture around entrepreneurship where individuals have the power to make decisions, learn from mistakes, and define their career.

Community Involvement: Sika takes active roles in our community and aims to support volunteer work and charitable endeavors across the United States through rebuilding and giving back. Sustainability Initiatives: Sika is committed to sustainable development, reducing environmental impacts, and assuming social responsibility. The company supports energy efficient projects and implements numerous measures aimed to boost economic, social, and ecological sustainability.

Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.