Fisher-Barton Inc.

Compensation

Full Description

The Quality Manager supports all functions of the organization by designing, implementing, and enforcing good, automated manufacturing practice systems (GAMP) to assure consistent quality of production. The Quality Manager also continuously reevaluates, validates, and improves GAMP systems.  You will do this by: * Designs and implements training and coaching systems in coordination with Human Resources to educate staff on the importance and purpose of the various quality programs. * Documents and contributes information and analysis to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; identifying and resolving problems; completing audits; determining system improvements; implementing change. * Estimates financial requirements for various quality objectives and situations; prepares an annual budget; schedules expenditures; analyzes variances; initiates corrective actions. * Develops quality assurance plans by conducting hazard analyses; identifying critical control points and preventive measures; establishing critical limits, monitoring procedures, corrective actions, and verification procedures; monitoring inventories. * Validates quality processes by establishing product specifications and quality attributes; measuring production; documenting evidence; determining operational and performance qualification; writing and updating quality assurance procedures. * Maintains and improves product quality by completing product, company, system, compliance, and surveillance audits; investigating customer complaints; collaborating with other members of management to develop new product and engineering designs, and manufacturing and training methods. * Prepares quality documentation and reports by collecting, analyzing and summarizing information and trends including failed processes, stability studies, recalls, corrective actions, and re-validations. * Updates job knowledge by studying trends in and developments in quality management; participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations. * Enhances department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments. The above statements are intended only to describe the general nature of the job and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of position responsibilities. Responsibilities and impact may crossover technical fields/functions. You are the kind of person who: * Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures. * Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. * Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information. * Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates results. * Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals. * Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; Analyzes market and competition; Identifies external threats and opportunities; Adapts strategy to changing conditions. * Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. * Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed. * Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions. * Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans. * Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments. * Demonstrates strong computer skills (Excel and Word at minimum) * Ability to work independently and as part of a cross functional team * Strong oral and written communication skills * Experienced with various types of gages and basic metrology equipment * Open-minded, flexible, and able to adapt easily and accept new ideas quickly * Demonstrated ability to work multiple projects Knowledge/Skills/Abilites: * Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Quality Management, Operations or a related field * 7-10 years’ experience in process improvement and quality engineering Analyzing Information * Experience supporting and leading  * Strong attention to detail and focus on thoroughness * Ability to deal effectively with complexity * Strong experience in motivating and leading change in others * Experience preparing for and successfully passing ISO certification Preferred Qualifications: * Master’s Degree in Business, Quality Management, Operations or a related field Physical | Visual Demands: * Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk and hear.   * Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.   Work Environment: * Loud (Examples:  metal can, manufacturing department, large earth moving equipment) Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work Location:  570 Bluemound Road, Waukesha Wisconsin Shift Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Benefits Package: * Health, Dental and Vision Insurance * Company Paid Short & Long Term Disability Insurance * Life Insurance * Critical Illness Insurance * Prescription Drug Benefits * 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan * 10 Paid Holidays * 96 hours of Paid Time Off minimum to start * FSA (Health and/or Dependent Flexible Spending Account) * And more!   Who we are: At Fisher Barton, we combine years of experience across multiple industries to deliver unparalleled innovation. Our world-class talent understands the behavior of materials and develops leading-edge solutions that meet your unique needs. We’re more than a source for high-quality parts; Fisher Barton is your resource for the highest quality solutions you’ll find—anywhere. Fisher Barton is an equal opportunity employer who welcome and encourages diversity in our workforce. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to any status or characteristic protected by law.