Quality Vision Leader

1 day ago


Stockport, Stockport, United Kingdom Novanta Inc. Full time

Drive Global Quality Excellence

Novanta, a leading innovator in precision technology, seeks a seasoned Quality Vision Leader to spearhead the development of a global quality strategy. This pivotal role oversees customer satisfaction, continuous improvement, growth, and profitability for Laser Quantum.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Representing Novanta in addressing key customer quality issues through effective communication and timely problem resolution.
  • Designing and implementing a quality organization structure that supports strategic initiatives, organic growth, and acquisitions.
  • Establishing procedures for process control, process improvement, testing, and inspection.
  • Leading root-cause analysis and problem-solving activities to identify corrective actions and process improvements.
  • Collaborating with customers to analyze product specifications and establish efficient requirements for ease of manufacture and reproducibility.
  • Chairing the Supplier Management Board to advance supply chain quality.
  • Overseeing calibration and testing programs.
  • Maintaining ISO certifications (9001, 14001, 45000, 13485) and ensuring their achievement in acquired companies.
  • Training employees on their impact on the quality management system.
  • Interacting with customers to identify quality improvement opportunities and establishing feedback with manufacturing and development teams.
  • Driving metrics for monitoring system effectiveness and enabling managers to make informed product quality decisions.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or manufacturing engineering required; master's degree preferred.
  • Proven experience in QA system implementation and management, preferably in a medium-sized manufacturing environment.
  • A proven track record of leveraging continuous improvement methodologies to deliver business results.
  • Strong leadership skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Estimated Salary: £60,000 - £80,000 per annum



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