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Job Title: Quality Manager
Permanent position
Location: Edmonton, AB
Salary: 100-120k annually + annual bonus
Postal code: T5S
Area Code: 780, 825, 587
Keywords: #qualitymanager #edmontonjobs #qualityjobs
Key Accountabilities :
⚫ Integrate and further develop existing programs, supporting tools/resources and training
into one company-wide Quality Management System.
⚫ Leverage the use of technology, analysis of testing and inspection procedures in all
aspects of the role
⚫ Implement Six Sigma philosophies and principles, including supporting systems and tools.
⚫ Develops and implements sustainable 5S programs nationally
⚫ Perform virtual internal audits of quality systems for conformance to relevant Standards
(e.g. ISO 9001, CSA N299.3, AAR M-1003), deficiency identification and correction.
⚫ Maintain all external regulatory certifications - i.e. ABSA, National Board, ASME - for all
provinces. Manage the external auditing program and support Operations during external
audits.
⚫ Assist the business in responding to customer complaints / CARs as required.
⚫ Use statistical methods to diagnose and correct improper quality control practices
⚫ Implement quality cost concepts and techniques
⚫ Perform supplier audits.
● Leadership / Supervision: One direct report (Quality Coordinator).
Working Conditions
● Environment: Office environment with occasional shop or open environment
● Disruption to Lifestyle: Minimal overnight travel required <20%
● Physical Skill: Regular use of a computer on a daily basis
Required Qualifications
- Education: Relevant university degree and quality certification is considered an asset
- Work Experience: 5-10 years
Knowledge:
- Previous Quality Management experience leading organizational change and continuous
improvement, preferable in an industrial and/or service environment. Knowledge and
ability to develop and administer quality management information systems. Previous
experience managing lean Six Sigma and other continuous improvement initiatives.
- Knowledge of CSA N299 and AAR requirements are an asset.
Key Competencies
⚫ Excellent communication skills.
⚫ Demonstrated ability to define, measure, analyze, improve, and control (DMAIC) quality
strategies
⚫ Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office productivity suite and other Quality
Managing Information Systems
⚫ Intermediate knowledge of systems and software
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