Director of Process Improvement

3 weeks ago


Stockport, Stockport, United Kingdom Novanta Inc. Full time
Job Summary:
Novanta Inc. is seeking a highly experienced Director of Quality to join our team in Stockport, UK. As a key member of our quality management team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive quality system that drives customer satisfaction, continuous improvement, and growth.

About the Role:
In this position, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, and represent Novanta in key customer quality issues. You will also develop and implement a quality organization structure that supports strategic initiatives and organic growth.

Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement a quality organization structure that supports strategic initiatives and organic growth.
  • Ensure procedures for process control, process improvement, test, and inspection exist and are followed.
  • Represent Novanta in customer quality issues and ensure timely communication and resolution.
  • Establish collection and analysis systems of statistical data to predict trends that will affect product quality.
  • Lead the Supplier Management Program as Chair of the Supplier Management Board (SMB) to advance supply chain quality.
  • Oversee calibration and testing programs.
  • Maintain and achieve ISO certifications (9001, 14001, 45000, 13485).
  • Educate and train employees on their impact on the quality management system.
  • Interact with customers to identify opportunities to improve quality and establish feedback with manufacturing and development colleagues.
  • Drive metrics for monitoring system effectiveness and enable managers to make sound 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, with Quality or Operations Management experience in a medium-size manufacturing environment preferred.
  • Proven track record of leveraging continuous improvement and Kaizen methodologies to deliver business results.
  • Strong leadership skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Salary: €90,000 - €110,000 per annum, depending on experience.

This role requires regular travel within the UK and internationally. We are an inclusive employer and encourage applicants with disabilities to apply.

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