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Quality Manager

Posted: 08/25/2024
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Quality Manager

Are you looking to make a real impact? For over a century, our people have been the driving force in solving some of the world’s most pressing issues – and we hope you’ll join us in solving the next century’s. Whether you're working to close the loop at one of our recycling facilities or ensuring efficient renewable energy processes to decarbonize aluminium production, your contributions make an impact in our shared purpose of propelling our industries and the world into a greener future.  

Hydro  Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles, to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries.  Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.

Hydro is committed to leading the way in shaping a sustainable future and in doing so, creating more viable societies by developing natural resources into products and solutions in innovative and efficient ways to industries that matter.

Job Location: Yankton, SD

 

 

Hydro employees can enjoy several benefits including:

  • Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
  • Education Assistance
  • Bonus Plan Eligibility
  • Parental Leave

Job Summary:

Ensures that the quality assurance, quality control and metallurgical functions of the Yankton facility operate consistent with plan, that necessary certifications are maintained, and that customer and sales needs for technical assistance are met.

Required Education/Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a field that would support a strong quality program. 
  • 5 years of experience in Quality
  • 5 years of Manufacturing experience
  • 3 years of Leadership experience (preferred)
  • Experience with Pyrometry (preferred)

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

  • Assures the quality of extrusions and re-melt products through the application of technical, metallurgical, process and training.
  • Maintain ISO 9001 and 14001 certification and facilitates advancement toward higher levels of certification as determined by the organization and the needs of automotive and other customers.
  • Help in the identification of and give guidance to the continuous improvement activities of the manufacturing processes (Process Management, understanding variation, etc.).
  • Provide expertise to on-going statistical process control activities by utilizing capability analysis, trend charting, priority analysis, design of experiment, and precision studies.
  • Provide support to the sales and service function by participating in the determination of facility capabilities and by interacting with customers to resolve issues concerning non-conforming material.
  • Knowledge and compliance with manager HSE responsibilities.
  • Aluminum industry background 

Job Responsibilities:

  • Communicate regularly with Plant Management, Quality Technicians and Quality Manager both verbal and written.
  • Manage Quality Lab Technicians.
  • Responsible for compliance of lab practices to conform to the requirements of the appropriate established standards.
  • Assist with the design, development and maintenance of Lab standard work documentation.
  • Responsible to provide leadership to and monitor the production requirements of the team to meet department specific KPI goals as defined by the Quality Manager.
  • Develop Lab personnel skills in Root Cause Analysis and Problem Solving.
  • Responsible to oversee and manage the plant Calibration system to meet requirements identified in QMS documentation.
  • Responsible to collect, manage & report data to support all identified Lab Testing KPIs.
  • Maintain all records associated with Lab Testing and Calibrations.
  • Facilitate Non-Conforming product containment activities and assist with the disposition of suspect material.
  • Audit plant Quality processes to verify conformance to standards (internal or external).
  • Represent Quality on various Problem-Solving teams or task groups to address identified issues or ongoing problems.
  • Dedicated resource to act as Plant’s Quality Representative on Customer related issues, as assigned
  • Implement, sponsor, and support all continuous reliability improvement standards and practices.

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Hydro values diverse skills and perspectives among employees. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, religion, nationality, ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.

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A job where you make a difference.
A key part of succeeding in this mission involves encouraging a collegial environment where our differences are acknowledged as our greatest competitive advantage. Your diverse perspective makes us stronger.  Our global diversity, inclusion and belonging program enables us to cultivate a high-performing and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued.

Your career journey is unique. We strive to provide you with the support needed to achieve your full potential. With our global reach, inclusive culture, and cutting-edge technology you'll have the opportunity to build a career that aligns with your strengths and passions. 

Join our global community of over 30,000 people with a presence in 40 countries and united by the values of Care, Courage and Collaboration. At Hydro, you have the chance to make a difference in the industries that matter.

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