Quality Manager - Wood Product Manufacturing- 2487

Responsibilities of the Wood Product Quality Manager include coordinating all quality activities and communicate quality issues throughout all areas of the manufacturing plant. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Coordinate all quality activities and distribute information concerning quality issues.

2. Work closely with manufacturing in determining best methods to accomplish desired results.

3. Develop and maintain quality standards and check procedures throughout the facility.

4. Develop a tracking system for quality issues and implement improvements.

5. Implement and oversee an incoming inspection program of purchased materials and components.

6. Supervise and manage hourly Quality Assurance Associates and their daily activities.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: 

1. Must be knowledgeable of cabinet manufacturing processes and physical characteristics of wood.

2. Must be knowledgeable of solid wood and veneer natural and manufacturing defects and characteristics.

3. Must be knowledgeable of finishing processes and possess the ability to establish acceptable color ranges.

4. Must be knowledgeable of the Quality tools used to monitor the process and make improvements.

5. Must be a self-starter that can identify improvements and implement them with limited direction.

6. Must have excellent written and verbal communications skills, along with exceptional interpersonal skills.

7. Must be proficient with computer applications including Microsoft Excel and Word in a Windows environment (ACAD preferred).

8. Must be focused and attentive to details.

9. Must be able to function with interruptions and deadlines.

10. Strong organizational skills with ability to handle multiple priorities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Two-year college degree in a relevant field is required. Bachelor's degree is preferred. Must have a minimum of four (4) years experience in quality control, preferably within the furniture or cabinet industry. 

Bottom Line Requirements:

1. Two-year college degree in a relevant field is required. Bachelor's degree is preferred. 

2. 4+ years of experience in quality control, preferably within the furniture or cabinet industry.

3. Experience with or strong knowledge of wood manufacturing processes.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.