Director of Product Quality- Labs
@ AFC Industries

West Chester Township, Ohio, United States
On Site
Full-time
Posted 17 days ago

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About AFC Industries

AFC Industries is a dynamic organization dedicated to providing supply chain management solutions for fasteners and assembly components to original equipment manufacturers, assembly plants, and other users. We support a diverse industry base and are committed to reducing cost, improving quality, and increasing efficiency.

Company Culture

We prioritize innovation and improvement with a non-traditional hierarchical structure. Our on-the-ground experts operate in an entrepreneurial fashion, backed by enterprise resources. Consistency and quality are core values influenced by our simple management approach.

Role Overview - Director of Product Quality Labs

This role is responsible for developing and managing quality laboratories within AFC North America, encompassing personnel, equipment, budgets, and workspaces. The position ensures standardized testing of incoming and in-house manufactured products across several locations.

Responsibilities

  • Develop & Manage Quality labs across North America
  • Collaborate with Quality Managers to ensure timely inspections
  • Perform Quality Manager reviews and ensure standard task execution
  • Standardize equipment calibration, maintenance, and ERP data entry
  • Maintain quality inspection workflow within ERP systems
  • Support internal audits, investigations, ERP corrections, and QMS initiatives
  • Propose and manage Quality lab budgets and spending (P&L)

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or technology
  • Experience building and managing mechanical/industrial testing labs
  • Knowledge of ISO9001, AS9100, ISO17025 and/or IATF16949
  • Proven experience managing Quality Managers and QMS
  • Intermediate knowledge of metallurgy and coatings/plating preferred
  • Willingness to travel approximately 33%
  • Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools including Excel, Word, and Outlook
  • Ability to multitask across various projects concurrently

Benefits

  • 401(k) and 401(k) matching
  • Dental, Health, Vision, and Life insurance
  • Flexible spending account and Paid time off

Key skills/competency

  • Quality Management
  • Laboratory Operations
  • ISO Standards
  • ERP Systems
  • Budget Management
  • Team Leadership
  • Inspection Processes
  • Calibration
  • Data Entry
  • Continuous Improvement
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How to Get Hired at AFC Industries

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Highlight quality and lab leadership experience.
  • Research AFC Industries: Understand their supply chain and culture.
  • Emphasize ERP skills: Demonstrate proficiency in ERP and QMS.
  • Prepare case studies: Showcase budget and team management successes.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review ERP and QMS systems.
Study ISO and calibration standards.
Refresh mechanical and industrial testing knowledge.
Practice data management and report generation.

Behavioral Questions

Describe lab team management experiences.
Explain conflict resolution instances.
Discuss prioritizing multiple tasks.
Share quality improvement success stories.

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