QC Director Jobs in Minnesota

Job Title: QC Manager Company: Location: Minneapolis, MN Description: We are a small manufacturing facility which specializes in the manufacturing of custom medical device components for original device manufacturers. We specialize in complex innovative manufacturing processes thus if you enjoy diversity you will enjoy this position. We are growing and need a Quality Control Manager that can lead our ISO 9001-2000 quality system and the implementation of ISO 13485. Salary range for this position is $45,000 ? 60,000 based on qualification. In addition we offer a matching 401K, Health, Dental and paid vacation. Description: Primary Responsibilities of the Quality Control Manager ? Implement & monitor quality control/assurance programs to meet customer & internal quality system requirements ? Develop, implement & monitor quality assurance related procedures in accordance with ISO 9001-2000 & ISO 13485. ? Direct & participate in the Advanced product quality planning (APQP) process. ? Lead the corrective action/preventative action process & reporting. ? Participate in the customer complaint & root cause analysis process. ? Direct & participate in the Supplier development process ? Train personnel in the use of statistical techniques. ? Perform ISO internal auditing functions. ? Interface with Customer representatives in relation to part quality & quality assurance requirements, new product development, complaints & other items pertaining to custom component manufacturing. Qualifications/Required Skills: ? Must possess strong leadership, communication and analytical skills. ? Thorough understanding ISO 9001-2000 and 13485 quality control/assurance processes. ? Ability to read and interpret manufacturing drawings and customer supplied blueprints. Strong GD&T skills are a must. ? Ability to verify Manufacturing and Quality Assurance procedures and/or instructions, with specific reference to inspection standards and manufacturing processes. ? Ability to use measuring tools and test apparatus common within manufacturing operations. Understand and perform advanced statistical techniques. Must be PC literate. ? Must be a self starter with the ability to initiate and implement processes and procedures.

Job Title: Quality Director - Hawkins, Inc. - Minneapolis, MN Company: Instigate Location: Minneapolis, MN Description: Quality Director - Minneapolis, MNRare opportunity to make an immediate impact and partner with an industry leader! Hawkins, Inc. is a Minneapolis based publicly traded company and one of the Top 25 Chemical Distributors in the country! We service the fields of energy, electronics, chemical processing, pulp and paper, medical devices, plating, food manufacturers and pharmaceutical concerns across the nation. We are a progressive company supplying chemicals, delivery systems and expertise to improve the environment and assist customers in creating new offerings.  To find out more about us, please visit us at:www.hawkinsinc.com  Summary of Work Performed:• Manage and develop the QA organization covering all business units.• Directly responsible for the development, updating, and control of the Quality Management System • Manage the timely release of materials and supportive documentation through the Quality Teams. • Responsible for the proper communication of the Quality Management System changes, including but not limited to training personnel on new or revised requirements or systems. • Work with top and middle level management to initiate actions necessary to ensure that customer, statutory and regulatory requirements are fulfilled. • Conduct Management Review of the Quality System. • Responsible for coordinating and facilitating resolution of quality concerns and issues. Key focal and site leader of the management team during a quality crisis and deploy quality crisis tools to manage the incident. • Leads root cause analysis and corrective action on quality issues. • Ensure that organizational systems and training are in place and are enforced. • Ensure that all Quality documentation is appropriate for organization. • Manage internal and external audit program. • Address non-conformities from previous internal and external audits. • Assist the management team and provide QA support as necessary. • Manages, enhances and optimizes the company’s Quality Systems and strategy. (ISO, SQF) • Accountable for each of the metrics for the business (i.e. complaint investigation, internal audit score, product quality, etc) and management review process. • Continuous assessment of industry and regulatory trends to assure that our system and strategy reflect current requirements. • Assures the business is properly prepared for external and internal compliance inspections by having results from inspections be non-systemic and without warning letters. • Communicates the Quality and Regulatory strategy and key programs to the organization; promote these programs with employees, suppliers and customers. • Acts as a mentor for Quality and regulatory personnel, supporting process improvement initiatives and development of innovative and efficient quality systems for the company. • Develop and implement employee communication and training initiatives in connection with the company’s quality objectives.  Minimum Qualifications:• Bachelor’s Degree required in related field with a minimum 10 years directly related experience. • Quality Management experience in a related field • Direct experience with GFSI, SQF, ISO and cGMP requirements. • Demonstrated experience and knowledge to lead the development of compliance policy. • Strong business acumen-understands key financial metrics, understands business trends & cycles & is able to influence key business strategies & initiatives, demonstrates knowledge • Technical writing experience • Knowledge of manufacturing methods, Quality system Design, documentation • Excellent communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and superior organizational abilities. • Proficient with Microsoft Word, Power Point and Excel • Ability to work at a high level of accuracy • Experience in training personnel • Demonstrated track record of getting results • Strong team player – ability to work cross functionally especially with the Operations and Sales functions • Ability to influence decisions and communicate their point of view effectively  Share with us your talent and drive to succeed and we will provide you with an exciting and friendly team environment.  We offer a strong total compensation package including health, disability, retirement and related benefits. Apply Online to become part of our great team!   Live Chat: Live Chat – Click Here   EOE/AA/Drug Free Employer We are excited to partner with the HR Professionals at Instigate, Inc. to manage our recruitment efforts for this opening. All responses will be processed promptly by Instigate's TalentAssist - Recruitment Process Management Services. Please submit your resumes, applications or questions directly to Instigate for consideration. Thank you for your interest in joining our team. Keywords: GFSI, SQF, ISO 22000:2005, cGMP, GMPCP, HACCP, FDA, Chemicals, Water, Treatment, Pharmacueticals, food, Ingredients, regulatory, quality, control, assurance, management.See Job Description

Job Title: Quality Manager Company: Location: Minneapolis, MN Description: Company Profile: An integrated sheet metal fabricator company providing stamping, assembly & engineering services of metal parts to the high technology markets. Education required: Associate Degree (Desired), plus 5 years related experience. Completion of training programs related to Supervisory & Management, required. Excellent writing, computer, & communication skills. Well educated with all aspects of ISO 9001. Duties & Responsibilities of Job: Establish, document, implement, & maintain the Quality Management System & continually improve its effectiveness in accordance with the provisions of the ISO 9001:2008 standard. Determine & enforce quality requirements. Organize & promote company-wide quality improvement efforts. Evaluate & develop improved techniques for the control of quality & reliability. Report on the performance of the Quality System for review, and as a basis for improvement of the QA system. Travel to customer & suppliers sites when necessary. Pre-employment drug screening & background check required. Company Benefits: Health, Dental, Life, AD&D, Disability, & Vision Insurance. Paid vacation & 10 Holidays. 401 (k) Plan. Paid Training & Tuition Reimbursement. Strong Safety program. Mail Resume to: Tenere, Inc. Attn: HR Dept. 700 Kelly Ave. Dresser, WI 54009 OR Fax Resume to Register to View

Job Title: QUALITY MANAGER Company: Location: Mankato, MN Description: Firmenich, a global world-class producer of food flavors in New Ulm, is looking for a Quality Manager. This position will be responsible for overseeing all aspects within the Quality Department and quality improvement efforts such as developing and administering programs, training and coaching employees, and facilitating change throughout the facility while establishing policies and procedures to insure quality improvement efforts that meet or exceed customer expectations. Duties include handling customer inquiries; day-to-day plant audits; plant hygiene monitoring; validation monitoring of the HACCP plan; sensory evaluations; audit programs; continuous improvement programs, and supervision of laboratory personnel. The ideal candidate will have a BS degree in a scientific discipline; at least five years experience in the flavor or food industry; experience directing food safety programs; developing and administering HACCP; strong verbal and written communication, and computer skills. SAP experience is desired. We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package including family medical, dental, and vision, tuition aid for dependants, vacation, holiday pay, and a 401(k) plan. Apply in person, via fax, or mail resume. No phone calls please. Firmenich 100 North Valley Street New Ulm, MN 56073 Fax: Register to View www.firmenich.com EOE

Job Title: Construction Quality Control Manager Company: Company Confidential Location: Duluth, MN Description: Construction Quality Control Manager needed for Federal projects.  Fuel project experience required.  Eight years minimum experience in the construction field with a minimum of 2 years in fuels required.  History of Government projects preferred.  A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management a plus.  Must be willing to travel.  Must have completed  the Construction Quality Control Management for Contractors Corps of Engineers course within the last five years (preferred).  Please respond only if you are a qualified applicant.  Salary based on experience.  Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action  Plan employer.

Job Title: Operations Quality Control Manager--US Locations Company: UnitedHealth Group Location: Minneapolis, MN Description: UnitedHealth Group is an innovative leader in the health and well-being industry, serving more than 55 million Americans. Through our family of companies, we contribute outstanding clinical insight with consumer-friendly services and advanced technology to help people achieve optimal health.UnitedHealthcare is part of the family of companies that make UnitedHealth Group one of the leaders across most major segments of the US health care system.   When you work with UnitedHealthcare, what you do matters. It's that simple…and it's that challenging.   In providing consumer-oriented health benefit plans to millions of people, our goal is to create higher quality care, lower costs and greater access to health care. Join us and you will be empowered to achieve new levels of excellence and make a profound and personal impact as you contribute to new innovations in a vital and complex system.   We are searching for a problem-solver with excellent analytical skills to join our nationwide team as a Manager, End to End Audit. Focusing on improving our process and the performance of the UnitedHealth Networks through leadership over the End to End audit program. In this key role, you would enjoy autonomy and broad organizational exposure, along with the support of a world-class healthcare leader. This is an opportunity to expand your career and make a direct impact to the excellence of our network audit program -apply today!     Primary responsibilities include: Execute end to end audit program design and analysis ·         Lead a large transactional and process audit team to perform and improve process audits ·         Engage with key leaders to identify critical improvement opportunities and risks ·         Develop strategic action plans to improve performance and mitigate risks ·         Communicate key audit findings to key business leaders   Regardless of your role at UnitedHealthcare, the support you feel all around you will enable you to do what you do with energy, integrity, and confidence. So take the first step in what is sure to be a fast paced and highly diversified career. Requirements:   10+ years in management of a sizable staff in an enterprise organizationTransactional operations leadership ·        Excellent operational audit background and process analysis skill set High degree of proficiency in data analysisNetwork Data Management (NDM), provider contract loading experience within with a managed care organization, health insurer, or consultant preferably in a network management or contracting entity preferredCreation and management of budgets in the $1+ million rangeProven problem solving skills (identification of issue, causes, solution, implementation plan)Project management - strong project tracking, presentation and reporting skillsProcess improvementAuditing approach and familiarity with stratification and methodology preferredAbility to take initiative and execute with urgencyExcellent verbal and written communication skills   Computer proficiency is a mustGraduate degree preferred   Ideal assets include: Experience in healthcare network operations is highly preferredExperience implementing new initiatives and serving as a change agent are a plus  Background in operations process auditing, system defect identification and audit     Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace.  Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. In addition, employees in certain positions are subject to random drug testing.

Job Title: Director of Quality Company: Goodrich Location: Burnsville, MN Description: Responsible for the effective management of the Quality Management system to ensure the system is established, maintained and improved upon. Key management representative responsible for compliance of products and processes used by the business internally & externally in the production of aerospace products. The Voice of the Customer advocate within the business. A critical leadership role in product and process compliance to ensure safe and reliable products from GR business units. A key internal consultant to the leadership of the business on all Quality matters but other important business issues as well outside of the Quality role.Provides Quality leadership / guidance on all QMS matters as well as product compliance to the business. Champion for continuous improvement activities that drive waste, variance and non conformance from the production processes. A proactive leadership role in identifying waste and variance and championing the activities to remove and control them.Is the advocate for the VOC (voice of the customer) ensuring customer requirements are realized throughout the life cycle of the products and processes used within the business from development through product realization and support while in service.The primary interface with customer and regulatory agencies that interface with the business. Will ensure all regulatory requirements are fulfilled within the business and customer relations are well maintained. Takes a proactive role in maintaining strong relationships and builds trust with customers.A proactive leadership role that drives the development of robust processes that are used by the business to control all aspects that may affect Quality of the product or service being provided. This role supports the need to develop a competitive edge that the business needs to grow and nurture good long term customer relationships.Lead company through change including transition from inspection and test based to design assurance culture.Development-to-Production transition from the product assurance standpoint.

Job Title: QA/QC Manager Company: Location: Minneapolis, MN Description: Intrested in relocating to Alaska? TestAmerica Anchorage has an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic team. We are currently accepting applications for QA/QC Manager for the Anchorage/Spokane laboratories. TestAmerica is the leading nationwide provider of analytical testing services. Customers benefit from our national footprint and our focus on meeting the needs of local customers. The TestAmerica network offers a full suite of testing services including off-site laboratory testing, on-site mobile laboratory testing, sample pickup and field service, customized data packages and other ancillary services. Clients turn to TestAmerica for all of their analytical testing needs across water, soil, and waste. TestAmerica's national network of environmental laboratories provides a full range of analyses for trace level organic, inorganic, radiological contaminants and air emissions. Company analysts are seasoned professionals with years of experience working for engineers, federal agencies and municipalities, as well as a broad range of commercial and industrial corporations. Description The QA Manager is responsible for developing and implementing the laboratory quality system. Responsibilities include providing Quality Systems training to all new personnel, maintaining a Laboratory QA Manual, ensuring that the laboratory?s quality system and QA Manual meet the requirements set forth by the company, arranging and managing PT samples, and performing systems, data, special, and external audits with both clients and regulatory officials. The QA Manager oversees the maintenance of QC records, maintains certifications, approves, develops, and maintains Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and assists in reviewing new work as needed. This position will be located in Anchorage, AK but will also support the QA duties for our location in Spokane, WA. Requirements ? B.S. in Chemistry, Biology or related field. 5-10 years related experience and/or training: or equivalent combination of experience and education. ? Possess an in-depth knowledge of QC criteria, laboratory procedures with knowledge of documentation requirements and environmental EPA methods. ? Communicate effectively with employees and other management staff. ? Ability to plan and organize to meet departmental and laboratory needs Interested candidates should email your resume and cover letter to Register to View TestAmerica is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Title: Quality Manager – Plastics Company: MRINetwork Location: Monticello, MN Description: Great Quality Manager Opportunity in MN – NW Twin Cities Metro. Are you a Quality Manager/Engineer with experience in the Plastics / Extrusion industry? If so you owe it to yourself to explore a great opportunity with a company that is: -         well established-         growing-         cutting edge / has state-of-the-art equipment-         known from providing exceptional customer service-         offering a competitive base salary ($48-$58K) and benefits (health, dental, vision, LT disability, tuition reimbursement, flex plan, etc.) If you have experience as a Quality Manager within the Extrusion / Plastics industry, have excellent communication skills, enjoy interacting, serving, and educating customers, are energetic, adaptive, and enthusiastic … you will find this opportunity a great fit. You will be joining a stable and growing company serving customers throughout the United States as well as internationally.  This is a cutting edge privately held company that is growing and can offer opportunities for advancement for motivated professionals who desire to grow with the company. What do the duties / responsibilities include?: -         Obtain knowledge of all company quality testing procedures-         Tracking of all quality paperwork as well as maintenance and quality procedures-         Completion of all certification analysis-         Rejection tracking and investigation-         Calibration of all quality instruments-         Maintenance of all water and quality supplies-         Review of finished goods What are the requirements?: -         A Bachelors Degree is strongly preferred-         5+ year of Quality Management experience is strongly preferred-         Extrusion / Plastics industry experience is strongly preferred-         Experience with ISO Certification inspections is a big plus-         Strong computer skills required (Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint)-         Excellent Communication skills a MUST-         Ability to train both internal employees as well as customers in quality requirements is essential  Intrigued!?  If your experience fits this description and you are ready for a change with a company that can offer more … ACT NOW –Submit your resume in an attached Word document to Register to View , and please reference Job Code 2052M.

Job Title: Business Process Quality Mgr Company: UnitedHealth Group Location: Minneapolis, MN Description: UnitedHealth Group is an innovative leader in the health and well-being industry, serving more than 55 million Americans. Through our family of companies, we contribute outstanding clinical insight with consumer-friendly services and advanced technology to help people achieve optimal health.OptumHealth is part of the family of companies that make UnitedHealth Group one of the leaders across most major segments of the US health care system.   If you want more meaning in your career - as a clinician or a business professional - think of OptumHealth as your calling.   By providing 60 million Americans with information, tools and solutions, we are helping to guide them through the health care system, financing their health care needs, and enabling them to achieve their personal health and well-being goals.     OptumHealth Care Solutions has an immediate opening for a Business Process Quality Manager.  The ideal candidate will possess deep knowledge and application of Lean methodologies and tools, strong program management skills and the ability to communicate to all levels of the organization.   Role Components:   ·          Accurately identify and document process improvements by using appropriate measurement, analysis and evaluation methods   ·          Advise management on opportunities for efficiency and process improvements in specific projects with focus on measurable benefits   ·          Advocate Lean methodology and tools across the business   ·          Work with business leaders to assure appropriate participation and support   ·          Drive projects to completion based on schedule, and make results visible to management   ·          Coach/mentor process owners and team members in Lean methodologies & improvement tools including Value Stream Mapping, RDM/Kaizen Events, FMEA/Risk Assessment sessions, etc.   ·          Apply Continuous Improvement approach and methodologies used in other industries, including manufacturing, to Health and Wellness system   At OptumHealth, you will perform within an innovative culture that's focused on transformational change in the health care system. You will leverage your skills across a diverse and multi-faceted business. And you will make contributions that will have an impact that's greater than you've ever imagined. Qualifications:   ·          Bachelor's degree required ·          3+ years experience in Lean/Process Improvement/Program Management role ·          Have demonstrated through experience, the ability to understand, train, and lead a culture of continuous improvement. ·          Must demonstrate effective situation leadership, quick and continuous learning style, and high impact project/program management skills ·          Requires excellent oral, written, strong presentation skills and interpersonal communication skills ·          Must have excellent computer skills, demonstrating fluency with Microsoft Office tools ·          Lean Certification preferred ·          Six Sigma experience preferred ·          ISO 9001 experience preferred ·          Healthcare industry experience preferred but not required   Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace.  Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. In addition, employees in certain positions are subject to random drug testing.