Quality Manager

Job Location: Mountain Top, PA

Hydro employees can enjoy several benefits including:

• Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility
• Parental Leave

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for implementation and management of the Quality System including preventive and corrective actions to ensure products meet the quality standards set by customer specifications, Hydro policies, and procedures.  Establishing process and product control requirements to monitor/enforce compliance of quality procedures by performing the essential functions individually or through the quality team.  Facilitates continuous improvement teams/activities using Hydro Extrusion Business System methodology.

Required Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required in one of the Engineering Sciences or Metallurgical/ Materials Science.
• Minimum 5 years of quality experience in a manufacturing facility required.
• Proficiency in interpreting blueprints and applying geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Hands-on experience with measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and height gauges for quality inspections.
• Familiarity with CNC machines, specifically Haas and Mazak, including 4th axis rotary indexers.
• Demonstrated experience in Lean manufacturing, Kaizen events, or other continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical information to diverse audiences.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

• Application of Extrusion Business System (EBS) or Similar (Toyota Production System, 6-Sigma) methodology a plus.
• Extrusion Process & Metallurgical Experience a plus.
• Experience with Geometric and Dimensional tolerancing a plus.
• Working knowledge of CAD/CAM software.
• Advanced mathematical skills, including statistical analysis and probability.
• Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic work environments with minimal supervision.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor Quality Control and Quality Assurance teams to meet organizational quality goals and drive continuous improvement.
• Promote and maintain a safe working environment while supporting employee development and growth.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and implement company policies, procedures, and strategic quality initiatives.
• Oversee the Quality Management System to ensure compliance with internal standards and external regulations.
• Manage cross-functional quality initiatives, including vendor assessments, technical problem-solving, and product assurance planning.
• Conduct regular management meetings to align departmental objectives, review performance, and coordinate cross-departmental functions.
• Supervise operations in the Metrology Lab, Plant Metallurgy Department, and Gauge & Calibration Department, including hiring, training, and performance management.
• 10% travel required.