Process Quality Manager Jobs in Chicago, IL (NOW HIRING)

Location: Alsip, IL

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Imagine a company with technology leadership of over 160 years, yet it operates with the energy of a startup. Ingersoll Rand has dedicated itself to Making Life Better for its employees, customers, shareholders, and planets. We produce innovative and mission-critical flow creation and life science technologies - from compressors to precision handling of liquids, gasses, and powers - to increase industrial productivity, efficiency, and sustainability. Supported by over 80+ brands, our products are used in various end-markets including life sciences, food and beverage, clean energy, industrial manufacturing, infrastructure, and more. Across the globe, we're driving growth with an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset. Learn more at irco.com and join us to own your future.

As the Quality Manager, you'll lead the Quality Department, playing a pivotal role in the local leadership team. Your primary responsibility will be ensuring compliance with ISO-9001 International Quality Standards, developing and maintaining all ISO 9001 procedures and audits at our facility. Collaborating closely with Procurement, you'll guarantee that external suppliers, both domestic and international, deliver raw materials and components that meet our engineering and purchasing specifications. We're seeking a candidate who can serve as a player-coach in a dynamic machining manufacturing environment, fostering effective collaboration with key stakeholders.

• Supervise Quality Team and oversee plant warranty administration.
• Create and foster a highly engaged and performing team, through strategic talent and engagement plans.
• Manage plant compliance with ISO-9001 and ISO-14001 Quality System standards, coordinating ISO visits and managing corrective actions from external audits.
• Drive improvement of First Pass-Yield data, supplier scorecards, warranty trends, and other quality metrics.
• Manage key processes such as 4D/8D, SCAR, CAPA to enhance Customer Satisfaction and improve Supplier performance.
• Develop and implement effective quality control processes aligned with customer needs and requirements.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Purchasing, Engineering, and Customer Service Teams to address customer and production issues for product portfolio (legacy and/or new products).
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineers to troubleshoot and resolve quality-related production issues.
• Collaborate with external vendors to enhance manufacturing processes for purchased components.
• Actively engage in Kaizen Events and Lean activities to improve quality and reduce manufacturing waste and costs.
• Utilize advanced Quality Assurance techniques (FMEA, CMM Inspection, GD&T, Gage R&R Studies, Process Capability Studies, Six Sigma, statistical quality/process control methods) to proactively manage product quality.

• Bachelor's Degree in related field (Mechanical/Industrial Engineering).
• 8+ years of quality assurance experience, ideally in a machining/assembly facility.
• 5+ years of progressive leadership, managing quality assurance programs and leading audits.
• 1+ years of experience in Manufacturing/Quality Engineering in machining manufacturing, utilizing Lean Six Sigma techniques.
• 1+ years of experience in regulatory accreditation processes (UL, CE, ATEX, IECEx, CSA, CSA-UK, TUV, NSF, RoHS, REACH, Prop 65, ITAR, and related).
• 1+ years of experience in managing and implementing quality control procedures and relevant standards.
• 1+ years of experience with ERP systems.

• Engineering Management preferred
• SAP experience preferred

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and knowledge of general machinery.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Suite.
• Leads Authentically: Exhibits a poised and calm demeanor that instills confidence and respect, while embodying humility and consideration for others. Advocates for the organization's mission and values authentically.
• Project Management: Proven track record in effectively managing projects, adept at organizing tasks and optimizing time management to handle multiple assignments concurrently within set timelines and budget constraints.
• Decisiveness and Results Orientation: Demonstrates the ability to make timely decisions with creativity and sound judgment. Utilizes rigorous logic and problem-solving methods to devise effective solutions for complex issues. Capable of articulating rationale clearly and compellingly, ensuring understanding and buy-in from stakeholders. Consistently delivers on commitments.
• Customer Focus: Committed to meeting the needs and expectations of both internal and external customers, ensuring their satisfaction remains a top priority.

• Onsite

The pay range for this role is 110,000 - 140,000. The pay range considers a wide range of factors that include a candidate's skills; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and geographic location.

At Ingersoll Rand, we embrace a culture of personal ownership - taking responsibility for our company, our communities, and our environment, as well as our individual health and well-being. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to empower you with the tools and support necessary to take charge of your health, ensuring that together, we can continue to make life better. Our range of benefits includes health care options like medical and prescription plans, dental and vision coverage, as well as wellness programs. Additionally, we provide life insurance, a robust 401(k) plan, paid time off, and even an employee stock grant, among other offerings. These benefits are our commitment to you, so you can be your best at work and beyond.

Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR), driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset, is dedicated to helping make life better for our employees, customers and communities. Customers lean on us for our technology-driven excellence in mission-critical flow creation and industrial solutions across 40+ respected brands where our products and services excel in the most complex and harsh conditions. Our employees develop customers for life through their daily commitment to expertise, productivity and efficiency. For more information, visit www.IRCO.com.