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Samuel, Son & Co. · 2 weeks ago

Manager, Continuous Improvement Quality Assurance

Heath, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

7+ years exp

Samuel, Son & Co. is a leader in the metals manufacturing sector, seeking a Manager for Continuous Improvement Quality Assurance. The role involves leading quality assurance initiatives, ensuring compliance with standards, and driving continuous improvement across the plant through lean methodologies.

IndustrialIndustrial ManufacturingManufacturing

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Responsibilities

Responsible for meeting all quality assurance objectives and metrics

Lead the Operations team to identify and resolve quality issues efficiently and effectively

Ensure compliance with customer part standards and manage all customer and internal audits

Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the plant by leveraging lean tools (5S, Kaizen, value stream mapping, SPC, PFMEA, and root cause analysis) to eliminate waste, improve process flow, and enhance first-pass yield

Collaborate cross-functionally to analyze quality data, identify trends, and implement sustainable corrective and preventive actions that improve OEE, reduce scrap, and enhance customer satisfaction

Champion problem-solving methodologies such as DMAIC, 8D, and PDCA, ensuring disciplined execution and follow-up

Validate quality processes by tracking and documenting key performance indicators and communicating results in cross-functional meetings

Partner with Sales, Engineering, and Production to ensure customer specifications are clearly defined and consistently met

Mentor and develop team members to drive a proactive culture of quality assurance and continuous improvement

Investigate and address customer complaints regarding quality in a timely and structured manner

Lead or support corrective action planning and verify implementation effectiveness

Lead and/or participate in internal and external audits, ensuring alignment with ISO9001 standards

Maintain evidence of conformance with applicable standards and procedures

Lead and delegate layered audit activities within the facility to promote ownership at all levels

Collaborate with CI and Quality peers across other Samuel plants, providing expertise, benchmarking insights, and hands-on assistance when needed to support network-wide improvement initiatives

Lead and mentor a team of Quality Technicians and the Quality Supervisor to ensure departmental performance goals are met

Provide regular coaching, feedback, and development opportunities to enhance team performance

Other related duties and responsibilities as required or assigned

Qualification

Engineering degreeMetals manufacturing experienceISO auditing experienceMeasurement equipment proficiencyMicrosoft ExcelSix Sigma certificationRoot cause analysisLean manufacturing experienceD365 experienceTeam-orientedAdaptability

Required

Engineering degree required; materials science or chemical engineering preferred

Ability to read and use a wide range of measurement equipment (micrometers, calipers, tensile testers, steel rulers, torque wrenches, hardness testers, gauge blocks, and refractometers)

Strong skill set in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

Strong mathematical, analytical, and report-writing skills

Demonstrated success with root cause analysis, corrective actions, and structured problem solving

Proven experience leading lean manufacturing or CI initiatives that delivered measurable cost, quality, or productivity improvements

Team-oriented and able to collaborate effectively with diverse personalities and cultures

Ability to adapt to changing work environments and leadership expectations

Able to lift at least 40 lbs periodically and work in manufacturing/warehouse conditions

Travel may be required about 10-20% of the time

Preferred

7–10 years of metals manufacturing experience preferred

ISO auditing experience preferred

ERP experience preferred; D365 experience an asset

Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher) certification preferred

Company

Samuel, Son & Co.

Founded in 1855, Samuel, Son & Co., Limited, is a family-owned integrated network of metal manufacturing, processing and distribution divisions.

Founded in 1973

Oakville, Ontario, CAN

5001-10000 employees

https://nelsonsteel.com

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