Associate Manager, Quality
Core
Overseeing quality engineering programs for recovered coastal plastic (RCP) to prevent product quality issues, managing the collection network, and ensuring production at resin converters meets specifications.
Role type
Associate Manager, Supplier Quality Engineer (Post Consumer Plastic & Recycle)
Builds
Production lines and quality systems for recovered coastal plastic feedstock
Domain
Consumer goods / Plastic recycling / Materials science
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Materials Science, Polymer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Applied Polymer Science, Chemistry
Preferred skills
Preventive quality tools (PPAP, FMEA, DOE, Control Plans, Statistical process control), Creative problem solving, Technical reporting and presentation
Technologies
ISO standards, ASTM standards, Tensile testing, Flexural testing, Izod impact testing, Melt flow index, Density testing, Colorimetry
Responsibilities
Lead new product development project work and production line qualifications, Audit production processes and manage the quality system, Establish the Quality Control Plan & Playbook, Participate in quality complaint investigations and continuous improvement activities, Manage quality metrics and material conciliation, Assist in knowledge transfer from global standards to suppliers, Audit the ecosystem supplying feedstock
Seniority
Mid-level management, hands-on technical execution