Manager - Quality

* Architect a robust Quality Management System (QMS) that aligns with ISO 9001:2015 standards and buyer requirements, driving continuous improvement and compliance. * Develop and implement comprehensive QA/TQM frameworks, standard operating procedures, and technical guidelines to ensure seamless production processes. * Conduct internal QMS audits, implement corrective action plans, and maintain meticulous compliance documentation to facilitate certifications and buyer audits. * Spearhead raw material inspection and testing, collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve supplier issues and ensure high-quality inputs. * Oversee laboratory operations, guaranteeing instrument calibration, accurate testing, and reliable reporting to inform production risk assessments. * Champion pre-production quality initiatives, including pilot runs, sample approvals, and proactive risk mitigation to prevent defects. * Monitor and control in-process quality across production stages, enforcing quality standards and implementing traffic-light systems to drive efficiency. * Ensure final product quality and shipment readiness, adhering to AQL standards, accurate labeling, and zero-defect targets. * Drive root-cause analysis and corrective action to resolve defects, complaints, and audit findings, leveraging data to prevent recurrence. * Analyze quality metrics and generate insightful reports, highlighting trends, defects, and areas for improvement to inform management decisions. * Foster cross-functional collaboration with Production, Industrial Engineering, Merchandising, Sourcing, and Shipping teams to eliminate quality bottlenecks and optimize efficiency. * Build and lead a high-performing QA/QC team through targeted training, coaching, and cultural development, driving a culture of excellence and adherence to quality systems.