DEMA Engineering Co. has an excellent opportunity for an experienced Quality Assurance Manager to join our Operations Team at our world headquarters located in Kirkwood, MO. Our Quality Manager will be responsible for the oversight and execution of quality management systems, reviewing quality system trends, reviewing regulations and quality standard updates, as well as ensuring effective resolution regarding compliance throughout the company. Our ideal candidate will develop and lead cross-functional teams to optimize quality and operational site initiatives, create and implement standardized, best-in class processes across manufacturing sites via Operational Excellence methodology.
Why Dema?
Dema Engineering Co. is an ever-growing company grounded in a culture that fosters creativity, inclusiveness, and empowerment. By joining the DEMA Team, you will experience world-class systems in support of our state-of-the-art manufacturing operations. You will collaborate with diverse individuals, explore new ways of thinking, and expand your capabilities. Our pace of work enables fast learning and fosters an environment where you cannot only grow but make an impact.
At DEMA, we are committed to investing in talented, hardworking, team-oriented individuals who are passionate for growth. We invite you to join the DEMA family where our employees feel a sense of belonging and are valued for their contributions and the perspectives they bring. If you are a professional dedicated to quality and looking for an organization worthy of the same dedication, we would like to talk to you.
This position will report to the Vice President of Operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Promote and lead quality achievements and performance improvements throughout the organization
- Maintain ISO9001 and ISO14001 management systems
- Define, develop, deploy, and optimize product quality assurance strategy, addressing all phases of product development cycle
- Manage quality staff of engineers and technicians to ensure all aspects of quality system and functions are carried out
- Assess the product specifications of the company and its suppliers, comparing with customer requirements
- Drive sustainable KPI improvements with PDCA methodology, specifically, safety, quality, delivery, and cost
- Establish standards and clearly defined quality methodology for quality team members in conjunction with operations staff
- Partner with management to ensure sufficient training and coaching resources are available
- Develop project business cases, scope statements and charters along with identification of measures of success for all initiated projects
- Perform process capability studies and process qualification/validation
- Utilization of various Operational Excellence methods and tools including but not limited to:
- Process Improvement/Process Mapping, Quality Improvement effort
- Lean/Six Sigma Projects leveraging the DMAIC principles
- Kaizen Events
- 5S Visual Management Activities
- Root Cause analysis (Ishikawa/FMEA/Fault Tree)
- Change Management practices
Overall Requirements:
- BS degree in Quality, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a Quality Assurance leadership role
- Lean, Six Sigma or ASQ certification preferred
- Exceptional mechanical aptitude
- Proven technical report writing skills
- Ability to apply appropriate use of statistical techniques
- Ability to influence direction and output of team strategies
- Fluent in Microsoft Office, Mini-Tab or QI Macros applications
- Familiarization with CMM, Vision systems, Comparators, and various quality hand tools
- Attitude that fosters teamwork, positive thinking, flexibility, and continuous improvement
- Able to use judgment and independent thinking in the resolution of issues and in interpretation of data and ideas
- Excellent organization skills, initiative, and accountability
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Insurance (including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD and more)
- Company sponsored HRA (Health Reimbursement Arrangement)
- 401k with profit share and company contribution
- Tuition reimbursement
- Flexible summer hours
- Fitness center
- Wellness programs
- Desirable location, walking distance to Grant’s Trail
About Us:
DEMA is a world leader in the development of proportioning chemical dispensers and fluid control products. Established in 1956 with headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri, DEMA has grown to include manufacturing and warehouse facilities in Missouri, Zeewolde Netherlands, and Sydney Australia. Embracing our heritage, DEMA remains owned by the Deutsch family, with active 3rd and 4th generation family members leading the company. DEMA’s chemical dispensing products are used to safely and accurately blend chemicals and water for a variety of applications, including housekeeping, food service, food processing, dish wash, laundry and car wash. DEMA’s range of solenoid valves are used in many industries, including car wash, beverage and chemical dispensing, agriculture, misting, reverse osmosis, and high-pressure cleaning machines.
DEMA Engineering Co., is committed to a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer