Brief job descriptionthe quality assurance manager:ensures performance to workmanship standards. Investigates and leads corrective actions.develops and implements an effective quality system related to manufacturing elements; including, but not limited to quality planning, receiving inspection, and quality management system audits.responsibilities and measurement criteria with time investment needed on each:leads the identification of problem root cause and the development and implementation of effective corrections and preventive methods.participates in product and process development teams as applicable.analyzes various failure reports and recommends corrective action.collects, analyzes and reports on various measurement statistics and metrics.maintains an interactive plant quality relationship focused on effective transition of product releases to a manufacturing quality support role.facilitates creation of control plans, process flows and process failure mode effect analysis specific to new product development.interfaces closely with engineering, service, manufacturing and product management to understand and improve product and service quality.investigates and resolves qa projects, as assigned.ensures communication and interaction with supplier quality.participates as auditor of the quality management system.other duties and responsibilities as assigned.qualifications:required/ minimum qualifications:a four-year degree in engineering or a related field of study or a minimum of four years of direct job experience in quality assurance or a combination of the education and experience.proficient with word processing, database, data analysis, spreadsheet, planning and desktop publishing programs and software.knowledgeable and proficient with various data analysis and problem-solving techniques.must be skilled in interpersonal skills and communications (including presentations) to groups of various sizes and levels within the organization.knowledge of applicable quality standards and business models (iso 9000, etc.).fluent english required (written, conversational).time travel needed:yes