You will oversee the operation and improvements to the IMS Quality System and direct the QA Inspection workforce. Manage entire non-conformance system including internal, supplier, & Customer Corrective/Preventative Actions. Evaluates and modifies QA processes and procedures to insure the manufacture of defect-free product. Ensures that projects are completed on deadline and in accordance with established procedures. Keeps Senior Management well informed of area activities and significant problems. Ensures compliance with safety regulations.

Primary Responsibilities

3D Design and Implementation of Production/Quality tooling such as holding fixtures, Bed of Nails Test Heads for electronics. adapters, interfaces to test equipment, etc.
Assist in Work Instructions, ISO procedures, Product Quality plans and all product documentation
Customer interface for Corrective Actions, Root-cause analysis and any other quality issues
Supplier interface for Quality Alerts and working with them for root cause & corrective actions
Establish a formal Quality System linked to all internal departments, our suppliers, and our customers
Produce regular quality reports i.e. 1st Pass Yield, Inspection, MRB, Customer Repairs, Supplier Rating, and others as needed.
Manage our MRB system and link to our CAPA system
Maintain the Quality Module of our Visual ERP system
Supervise our Incoming & Final Inspection personnel/operation
Identify QA Equipment requirements and maintenance
Drive Inspection productivity improvements
Establish an AQL plan for product test requirements
Ensures compliance with safety regulations and requirements.

General Tasks

Maintain compliance with the quality, occupational safety and environmental regulations.
Implement the instructions of the quality / environmental management representative and the occupational safety specialist.

Required Experience, Education, Skills, Training and Competencies

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
3 or more years of Quality/Manufacturing Engineering experience.
Thorough knowledge of Quality methods & systems
Solid skills with SPC, process improvement and other quality methods
Complete understanding of ISO9000 Quality System & Procedures
Root-cause analysis techniques & reporting
Strong 3D Modeling and Printing skills/experience
Strong hands-on analytical and problem-solving skills
Well organized.
Good communications and Leadership skills.
Technology driven.
Must be proficient in MS-Word, MS-Excel, MS-Access
Experienced using SPC software charting tools i.e. Statit, MiniTab, etc.
Six-Sigma, 8-D Corrective Action Methodology & FEMA experience desirable

Travel Requirements

Travel may occasionally be required to support key suppliers
Travel usually about once per year but may be a few times a year depending on need

Physical Requirements

Up to 20 pounds occasionally and / or up to 10 pounds frequently

Compensation and Benefits

The base pay for this position ranges from $73,438 to $95,158
annual depending on the geographic market. If applying please note we cannot go higher than the highest end of this range
Dependent on the position offered, annual bonuses and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of the compensation package.
We cannot offer relocation assistance for this position
Candidates must be a US Person - Green Card/Permanent Resident or US Citizen.
Novanta supports all aspects of your life’s needs. This position provides a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits to make your quality of life better.

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