Quality Assurance Manager (225-917)

A Quality Assurance (QA) Manager plays a vital role in ensuring that a company's products and services meet both external and internal requirements, including legal compliance and customer expectations. This professional is responsible for coordinating the activities required to meet these quality standards and monitoring the performance of the quality management system. The QA Manager oversees the implementation of quality assurance processes, works closely with other managers to establish quality regulations, and ensures that refinement and improvement strategies are developed and executed effectively. The role requires a thorough understanding of the company's products and customer requirements, as well as the ability to lead teams, evaluate systems, and foster a culture committed to continuous quality improvement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement quality assurance strategies to meet company goals and objectives.
• Coordinate and manage the quality assurance team and workflow efficiently and effectively.
• Analyze quality assurance metrics and identify areas for systemic improvement.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards at all times.
• Oversee product testing processes and ensure high quality of products before release.
• Conduct regular audits of quality management systems to ensure proper procedures are followed.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality-related issues promptly.
• Develop and deliver training programs for staff to enhance quality control skills.
• Monitor and report quality assurance activities and outcomes to senior management.
• Implement corrective and preventive measures to address quality deficiencies.
• Manage supplier relationships to ensure consistent quality of outsourced materials.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of quality assurance trends, techniques, and technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Quality Management, Engineering, or a related field is required.
• Minimum of five years of experience in quality assurance management roles.
• Strong understanding of quality management systems and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills to influence and guide teams.
• Effective communication skills with ability to articulate complex quality issues clearly.
• Proven experience in implementing quality assurance programs and achieving process improvements.
• Proficiency in quality assurance software tools and data analysis methodologies.