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Production And Quality Manager

NextGen RF Design, Inc

Location: Mankato, Minnesota
Type: Full-Time, Non-Remote
Posted on: April 8, 2025
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Production And Quality Manager
We are looking for a Production and Quality Manager who is ready to lead and transform our manufacturing operations, quality systems, and production efficiency. If you are a strategic thinker who thrives in high-tech, fast-paced environments, this role offers an exciting opportunity to drive continuous improvement, implement best practices, and make a lasting impact on our growth.
Key Responsibilities:
Production Leadership & Operational Excellence:
• Plan, coordinate, and control manufacturing processes to ensure products are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
• Develop and implement Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for production, providing regular reports to executive leadership.
• Analyze production data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement.
• Participate in strategic planning and provide input on production capabilities and constraints.
• Support new product introductions and engineering changes by integrating them smoothly into production processes.
• Manage production schedules and capacity planning to meet demand forecasts.
• Oversee inventory management to minimize stock discrepancies and support just-in-time manufacturing.
Quality & Compliance Oversight:
• Develop, implement, and maintain manufacturing quality management systems aligned with ISO 9001 and other relevant standards.
• Drive continuous quality improvements through root cause analysis, corrective actions, and proactive risk management.
• Conduct regular audits to ensure ongoing compliance with quality standards.
• Manage Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), ensuring seamless integration into production.
Supplier Quality Management:
• Oversee supplier qualification, audits, and performance tracking to maintain a reliable supply chain.
• Ensure all incoming materials and final products meet or exceed quality requirements.
• Partner with R&D and engineering teams to support new product launches with quality integration.
Production Quality Support:
• Investigate and resolve manufacturing quality issues.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive actions.
• Oversee quality inspections and testing of incoming materials and final products.
• Maintain updated documentation for manufacturing procedures, drawings, and BOMs.
• Provide training to production teams on quality standards and best practices.
Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement:
• Identify automation opportunities to reduce manual work and improve efficiency.
• Collaborate with engineering and supply chain teams to streamline production workflows.
• Act as a key leader in scaling manufacturing capabilities to support future business growth.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality Management, or a related field.
• 5-8+ years of experience in production, quality, or operations leadership.
• Strong background in manufacturing and quality management systems (ISO 9001, Six Sigma, FMEA, Lean).
• Experience working with ECO processes, MRP/ERP systems, and supplier quality management.
Skills and Competencies
• Proven ability to analyze, optimize, and lead manufacturing operations.
• Strong problem-solving mindset and data-driven decision-making.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills across teams.
• Technical proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, ERP/MRP systems, and quality tools.
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