Quality Manager (Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials)
$90,000–$130,000 year
On-siteReading, Pennsylvania, United States
Job Summary
Lead Quality Strategy & Develop the Team by coaching the site Quality organization, establishing plant strategy aligned with North American objectives, and fostering a culture of accountability. Own Quality Systems & Compliance by improving the Business Excellence System, ensuring alignment with ISO 9001, ISO 13485, ISO 17025, AS9100, and RC 14001 standards, and serving as the primary contact for customer and third-party audits. Drive Performance & Continuous Improvement by defining key quality KPIs, leading root cause analysis and CAPA efforts, and applying Lean Six Sigma and statistical analysis to reduce risk. Serve as the primary quality liaison for customers, resolving issues and responding to complaints while partnering across departments to improve manufacturing performance. Lead internal audit programs and strengthen product quality by ensuring raw materials and finished goods meet specifications and regulatory requirements such as REACH and RoHS.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Business, or a related field
- 5–10 years of quality leadership experience within a manufacturing environment
- 2+ years of supervisory or people leadership experience
- Strong knowledge of Quality Management Systems, SPC, root cause analysis, and CAPA methodologies
- Experience with ISO and regulatory compliance frameworks
- Strong understanding of product compliance requirements and the ability to assess compliance, conduct reviews, and provide organizational guidance
- Experience with Microsoft Office, MRP systems, and Minitab
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex priorities
- Strong influencing skills with the ability to work effectively across functions, locations, and organizational levels
- Approximately 10–25% travel
- Authorization to work in the United States (E-Verify Program)
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Business, or a related field desired
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
- American Society for Quality certifications such as CQA, CQE, or CQM
- Experience with ISO 9001, ISO 13485, ISO 17025, AS9100, or RC 14001
- Product compliance knowledge related to REACH, RoHS, Clean Water Act requirements, or industry-specific regulations
- Some international travel may be required
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