Quality Assurance Manager in Winnipeg

Prysmian is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year Prysmian manufactures thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, as well as medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video, and data transmission for the telecommunication sector. We are 30,000 employees, across 50+ countries.

This position reports to the Canada Regional Quality Manager. The Prescott, ON, Canada facility produces low voltage, and medium voltage power cables. The Quality Manager will be responsible for the continued development and integration of quality culture into our comprehensive manufacturing lean initiative. In this position, the Quality Manager will work closely with other members of the manufacturing operations team, engineering, and other support leaders to assure the effective implementation of quality culture which will enable Prysmian to better meet our customer’s product quality, cost, and service requirements, and contribute to manufacturing productivity targets/scrap reduction.

Principle Functional Responsibilities

• Establish, implement, direct, and maintain quality assurance and scrap control programs and procedures throughout the various stages of manufacturing.
• Lead problem solving efforts at the plant level, ensuring Continuous Improvement.
• Maintain the plant's ISO initiative and direct contact with customers and UL/CSA representatives.
• Support and maintain all processes and procedures to ensure compliance with ISO 9001 QMS, ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 Management Systems.
• Maintain database to provide analyzed data reports as necessary to aid in production control.
• Manage the internal audit process and the customer claims process.
• Oversee calibration systems for all equipment needing internal or external calibration services.
• Review and compare all published design specifications, customer, UL, and CSA specifications.
• Conduct audits for all test equipment and manufacturing equipment for conformance with corporate safety regulations.
• Investigate returned materials due to quality complaints and ensure corrective action is initiated.
• Perform other reasonable assigned tasks by Direct Management and Customers.

Supervision Scope

• Direct supervision of technical support and on a project-by-project basis.
• Direct supervision of the Prescott Electrical test, test technicians, Quality Assurance Laboratory and Laboratory Technicians.

Who are we looking for:

• A results-oriented individual with experience in a high-performance manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of process controls and product quality planning techniques such as Gauge R& R, SPC, VSM, and Control Plans.
• Data driven decision making.
• Team player, able to create and maintain positive work relations.
• Experience developing SOP’s, work instructions and other supporting documents.
• Proficiency in conducting risk management activities including Process Diagram, Cpk/Ppk studies and PMEA.
• Ability to manage multiple, complex tasks and deal easily with pressure.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with solid planning, leadership, and administrative skills.
• Good understanding of business principles and practices.

Qualifications:

• BS degree in engineering.
• Minimum of three (3) years of quality engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Leadership experience in a team-based environment.
• Strong database background, proficient user of Microsoft Office & Project, Visio, Minitab software systems.
• Experience with SAP usage is a plus.
• Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing Training Preferred.
• ISO Quality and HSE management systems knowledge/qualification preferred.
• ASQ Certification in Quality Engineering is a plus.
• Experience with wire and cable is a plus.

Prysmian, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization.