JANA Corporation

Quality Manager

JANA Corporation

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Aurora • Canada

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Salary

💰 CA$101,000 - CA$140,000 per year

About the role

  • Design, develop, and implement an effective quality management system that aligns with industry standards and best practices
  • Establish and communicate quality policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure adherence throughout the organization
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define quality metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) for monitoring and evaluating product quality
  • Regularly review and assess the effectiveness of the quality management system to identify areas for improvement
  • Ensure compliance with relevant quality standards, regulations, and customer requirements
  • Conduct internal audits to verify compliance and identify non-conformities, and ensure corrective actions are implemented as necessary
  • Coordinate with auditors and stakeholders to facilitate audit processes, ensuring timely completion of audits and resolution of findings
  • Document audit findings, generate comprehensive reports, and recommend corrective and preventive actions to address identified gaps
  • Lead and facilitate QII meetings and improvement initiatives to drive a culture of continuous improvement
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process optimization, waste reduction, and quality enhancements
  • Foster a collaborative and innovative environment to encourage employee participation in problem-solving and process improvement initiatives
  • Establish and track quality objectives, metrics, and targets to drive performance improvement
  • Develop and implement effective quality improvement programs and initiatives, such as Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or other relevant methodologies
  • Work with product and process teams to identify the potential impacts of new product features and process changes on quality
  • Provide guidance and support to employees at all levels to foster a quality-focused mindset and empower them to contribute to continuous improvement efforts
  • Oversee the day-to-day activities of team members, providing guidance, support, and mentorship to ensure high-quality outcomes
  • Foster a positive and productive team environment, encouraging professional growth and development among team members
  • Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback to help team members excel in their roles

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, software engineering, quality management, or a related field
  • 3-5 years experience as a Quality Manager or in a similar role within the engineering, software, or financial industry
  • 3+ years leadership experience managing team members and quality initiatives
  • In-depth knowledge of quality management systems, methodologies, and tools
  • Strong understanding of quality standards and regulations, such as ISO 9001, AS9100, or equivalent
  • Experience in performing audits and leading improvement initiatives
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams
  • Ability to train and mentor employees on quality management principles and practices
  • Proficient in using quality management software and tools
  • Six Sigma or Lean certification (nice to have)
Benefits
  • Comprehensive benefits package including a Healthcare Spending Account
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Life Insurance
  • AD&D
  • Drug coverage
  • Disability coverage
  • Wellness Benefit
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Annual food drive support for the community
  • Flexible work environment with vacation program and floater days
  • Phantom Share Program and annual bonuses
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
quality management systemsquality metricskey performance indicatorsinternal auditscorrective actionsquality improvement programsSix SigmaLean Manufacturingprocess optimizationquality standards
Soft Skills
analytical skillsproblem-solving skillsinterpersonal skillscommunication skillsleadership skillsmentoringcollaborationteam managementcontinuous improvementemployee engagement
Certifications
Six Sigma certificationLean certification