Acuity
Overview
The Manager, Quality Systems is tasked to lead our quality excellence initiatives and ensure that our products meet the highest standards of quality, reliability, and performance. Responsible for implementing and managing quality systems compliance to ISO standards and utilizing best industry practices for quality in design and supply chain for driving continuous improvement in quality process across the organization. The right person for this role is comfortable in setting and driving step-change improvement and has experience managing quality systems for electronics. The individual applying should be excited to make a difference and bring leading practices to the forefront.
Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)
The ideal candidate should be a critical thinker who can assess the current quality management system, identify future state needs against best-in-class standards, and proactively develop and implement an improvement roadmap.
Facilitate and maintain quality management systems and ISO-related programs, including managing ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and any new ISO standard as required.
Ensure regulatory compliance for electronics manufacturing, including RoHS, REACH, and conflict minerals.
Apply strategic planning tools to align the quality vision, mission and goals with the organizational strategy.
Implement quality practices in design such as Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) to ensure customer satisfaction and product conformity.
Collaborate with suppliers and vendors to ensure the quality of materials and components used in products.
Coordinate cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, sales, customer service, and other groups to meet quality requirements across processes and product life cycle.
Plan and conduct internal and external quality audits; identify sources of errors and drive corrective and preventive actions.
Monitor and report on key quality indicators (customer satisfaction, defect rates, non-conformities) and drive actions to meet KPI targets.
Use statistical techniques and tools to analyze data, monitor processes and improve performance.
Work with Agile PLM, Jira, and Power BI; develop quality dashboards and perform advanced data analysis.
Develop and implement quality training programs for staff and provide guidance on quality issues.
Oversee and coach on root cause analysis, problem solving, and action plan execution to address CAPAs with cross-functional teams.
Lead a culture of quality excellence by promoting continuous improvement, customer focus and employee engagement.
Education (minimum) Bachelor of Engineering
Skills And Minimum Experience Required
A certification of quality control from ASQ (CQE, CQA or CMQ/OE) is strongly desired.
At least 5 years of experience in quality assurance management or a similar role in electronics. Audio-Video and data network industry is desired; automotive, aerospace, medical or semiconductor experience is transferable.
Thorough knowledge of QA methodologies and standards such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, Six Sigma, Lean, APQP, 8D, etc.
Deep expertise in Product Development Processes (PDP) with knowledge of QA requirements across product life cycle.
Experience with Agile PLM, Jira, and Power BI; ability to leverage these tools for process management and data-driven decisions.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Proven leadership and team-building skills.
Physical Requirements Light work
Travel Requirements 0%
Compensation & Benefits The range for this position is $91,000 to $164,000. Placement within this range may vary, depending on the applicant’s experience and geographic location. Acuity offers benefits including health care, dental, vision, 401K, and incentive compensation depending on role.
Equal Opportunity and Accommodation We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, protected veteran status, or genetic information. Acuity Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities.
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Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)
The ideal candidate should be a critical thinker who can assess the current quality management system, identify future state needs against best-in-class standards, and proactively develop and implement an improvement roadmap.
Facilitate and maintain quality management systems and ISO-related programs, including managing ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and any new ISO standard as required.
Ensure regulatory compliance for electronics manufacturing, including RoHS, REACH, and conflict minerals.
Apply strategic planning tools to align the quality vision, mission and goals with the organizational strategy.
Implement quality practices in design such as Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) to ensure customer satisfaction and product conformity.
Collaborate with suppliers and vendors to ensure the quality of materials and components used in products.
Coordinate cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, sales, customer service, and other groups to meet quality requirements across processes and product life cycle.
Plan and conduct internal and external quality audits; identify sources of errors and drive corrective and preventive actions.
Monitor and report on key quality indicators (customer satisfaction, defect rates, non-conformities) and drive actions to meet KPI targets.
Use statistical techniques and tools to analyze data, monitor processes and improve performance.
Work with Agile PLM, Jira, and Power BI; develop quality dashboards and perform advanced data analysis.
Develop and implement quality training programs for staff and provide guidance on quality issues.
Oversee and coach on root cause analysis, problem solving, and action plan execution to address CAPAs with cross-functional teams.
Lead a culture of quality excellence by promoting continuous improvement, customer focus and employee engagement.
Education (minimum) Bachelor of Engineering
Skills And Minimum Experience Required
A certification of quality control from ASQ (CQE, CQA or CMQ/OE) is strongly desired.
At least 5 years of experience in quality assurance management or a similar role in electronics. Audio-Video and data network industry is desired; automotive, aerospace, medical or semiconductor experience is transferable.
Thorough knowledge of QA methodologies and standards such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, Six Sigma, Lean, APQP, 8D, etc.
Deep expertise in Product Development Processes (PDP) with knowledge of QA requirements across product life cycle.
Experience with Agile PLM, Jira, and Power BI; ability to leverage these tools for process management and data-driven decisions.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Proven leadership and team-building skills.
Physical Requirements Light work
Travel Requirements 0%
Compensation & Benefits The range for this position is $91,000 to $164,000. Placement within this range may vary, depending on the applicant’s experience and geographic location. Acuity offers benefits including health care, dental, vision, 401K, and incentive compensation depending on role.
Equal Opportunity and Accommodation We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, protected veteran status, or genetic information. Acuity Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities.
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