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Wavelynx · 22 hours ago

Quality Manager

Wavelynx is a forward-thinking company dedicated to making a significant difference in access control technology. The Quality Manager is responsible for driving operational excellence and continuous improvement by implementing and maintaining the company's Quality Management System and ensuring compliance with quality standards.

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Responsibilities

Design, implement, and maintain the company's QMS requirements (e.g., ISO 9001, accreditation, industry-specific standards)
Ensure all processes, documentation, and operational practices conform to requirements (e.g., business, ISO 9001)
Ensure compliance with legal (e.g., customer, applicable local, national, and international regulations) requirements
Analyze data, identify trends, and develop reports for management
Conduct risk assessments to identify potential quality issues. Develop and implement mitigation plans, as necessary
Oversee the management (e.g., planning, execution, and manage) of internal and external quality audits
Oversee the Nonconformity, Corrective Action, and Improvement processes. Ensure thorough root cause analysis (RCA) and verification of corrective action effectiveness
Develop and deliver quality-related training to all relevant personnel to ensure awareness and competency regarding QMS requirements and quality tools
Be an active participant ensuring management review required inputs are discussed, discussions documented, action items documented and subsequently monitored to completion
Establish and monitor measurable key quality metrics (KPIs) and performance indicators. Implement statistical process control (SPC) where appropriate
Define and manage the necessary inspection and testing procedures for raw materials, in-process stages, and finished goods
Develop and implement a plan for a first class QC Lab
Lead and drive all QC excursions to proper RCCA across the organization
Grow and lead a team of inspectors and quality engineers as warranted to ensure operational execution and excellence
Champion a continual improvement mindset throughout the organization using methodologies such as Six Sigma, Lean, or Kaizen
Lead and facilitate quality improvement projects that result in cost reduction, efficiency gains, and enhanced product/service quality

Qualification

Quality Management System (QMS)ISO 9001Quality AssuranceStatistical Process ControlSix SigmaRoot Cause AnalysisLeanAnalytical skillsInterpersonal skillsLeadershipCommunicationCollaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Business Administration, a related technical field or the equivalent experience in quality & operations
Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in a dedicated Quality Management role in a regulated industry (e.g., manufacturing, technology)
Demonstrated experience successfully implementing, managing, auditing, and improving a certified QMS (e.g., ISO 9001:2015)
Demonstrated experience in Quality Assurance and Control processes
Quality Control experience, including standing up a QC lab, creating inspection methods, implementing inspections, closing excursions, etc
Minimum of 3-5 years of people management experience in a Quality Management role
Strong interpersonal skills (e.g., leadership, communication, collaboration, emotional intelligence, conflict resolution) to guide the company's quality culture and influence engagement
Proven expertise in quality management methodologies (e.g., Process Mapping, Statistical Process Control)
Proven expertise in analytical and problem-solving tools (e.g., Root Cause Analysis, 8D, Cause and Effect diagram, FMEA)
Proven experience with continual improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma)
Understanding of Software Development Lifecycle, automation, testing tools, and modern technologies (e.g., cloud, AI) to ensure conformance to requirements

Preferred

Master's degree is a plus
ASQ Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE)
Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
Six Sigma Black Belt/Green Belt

Benefits

Potential sweet equity for some roles
Great rates on company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision plans with HSA-eligible options
A generous retirement plan with up to 6% 401(k) match
Holidays, vacation, and sick leave

Company

Wavelynx

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Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
unknown
Key Investors
Triton Partners
2023-10-16Private Equity

Leadership Team

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Hugo Wendling
CEO, WaveLynx Technologies
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Mike Conlin
Chief Operating Officer
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