Quality Manager - X-Ray Technology

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About Oxford Instruments:

Our purpose is to accelerate the breakthroughs that create a brighter future for our world. Our technology and scientific expertise enable our customers to discover and bring to market exciting new advances that drive human progress. We aim to be the scientific instrumentation partner in every significant lab and production facility across the world.

Our people and culture are vital to our success. We strive to offer the opportunities that will attract, engage, motivate and develop the very best talent. This involves creating an inclusive environment and culture where difference is valued and people are recognised for what they deliver and bring to the team.

We are part of the wider Oxford Instruments Group that also includes Andor Technology, Materials Analysis, Plasma Technology and X-Ray Technology. With a sixty-year history, and fourteen Queen's Awards for Enterprise, our world-class products and technologies are helping our customers to address the greatest challenges of the 21st century.

We want to empower our employees so that they innovate, support our growth and improve our productivity. We support them to make the right decisions and reach their full potential as they develop their careers at OI. Our ways of working are lived every day and are as follows:

• We start with the customer
• We succeed by being focused
• We make and keep our promises
• We work together as one team
• We help and trust each other to succeed

About the Opportunity:

We are looking for a Quality Manager to join us as a key member of our highly technical research and development team.As part of the Oxford Instruments Group, X-ray Technology (XT) is a leading global manufacturer of world class high-performance X-ray sources. Our customers - Industry leaders in X-ray system applications - greatly value the quality, performance, and cost-effective solutions that we provide. Oxford XT products address applications in analysis, spectroscopy, gauging, and imaging. Our portfolios can be adapted to the individual requirements of our customers. They contribute worldwide to new insights and solutions in many areas of science, research, and development.This position is based full-time on site at the X-Ray Technology office in Scotts, Valley, CA.

Reporting to the Director of Operations, you'll be at the heart of ensuring that our products are produced to the highest standards. As a key leader in our organization, you'll oversee quality assurance and manufacturing engineering functions, driving teams to success and pushing the envelope on quality improvement. Drive, determination and a self-disciplined approach to achieving results that meet these established criteria are necessary for successful job performance. While the pace of the work is faster than average, quality is never compromised. The focus of communication and organizational relationships is based on technical expertise. The work requires specialized technical problem solving and ingenuity while working within approved organizational systems and technology, and the demonstration of the values of integrity, quality and caution. New ideas and concepts are also important but will be carefully analyzed and tested before communication and adoption. There is a need for someone who can exercise the necessary authority over direct reports to assure policies and procedures are followed and time frames are met. At the same time, it will be necessary to give those direct reports structured opportunity to develop their own expertise and capability for quality work to assure effective delegation and shared responsibility for work output. It is expected that coaching and training support for achieving effective delegation will be required. The position encompasses a defined span of control and opportunity for someone who engenders trust, demonstrates a sense of urgency and assures consistent achievement of quality standards. The work requires making decisions that support company guidelines authoritatively and quickly.

Additional Qualifications:

• Varied activities Multiple, simultaneous projects Fast-paced environment
• Technical, analytical focus Work within established standards and guidelines Expertise-based problem solving
• Authoritative, quick decision making within defined span of control Based on accepted quality standards, policies and procedures Important to also train others to make correct decisions
• Communication is task based, technically oriented Team roles are clearly defined Need for collaboration is minimal, when necessary, it is focused on specific tasks or problems
• Leadership based on specialty expertise Directive leadership to assure quality standards are met Delegation infrequently required, and when required, close follow-up is essential
• Lead and inspire a team of talented engineers and technicians to maintain top-tier product quality and manufacturing processes.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015 standards, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Lead root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives to tackle quality challenges head-on.
• Act as an internal auditor and audit coordinator to keep us on track and ahead of the game.
• Partner with suppliers and customers to resolve quality concerns and drive product excellence. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes, reduce costs, and support new product development (NPI).
• Meet targets and objectives as identified and communicated by Director of Operations.
• Proactively identify risks and proposes solutions in time to still meet budget and schedule.
• Help the company monitor and control inventory cost, quantity, and distribution.

About YOU:

The ideal candidate for this role is a dedicated and results-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced, quality-focused environment. You bring proven experience as a quality assurance manager or in a similar position, with a deep understanding of quality assurance methodologies and industry standards. Your strong analytical skills and solid grasp of data analysis and statistical methods allow you to identify trends, make informed decisions, and continuously improve processes. Reliability and trustworthiness are at the core of your work ethic, and your ability to inspire and influence others makes you a trusted leader. If you are someone who takes pride in driving quality initiatives, building strong teams, and making a real impact, we would love to hear from you!

Required Qualifications:

• BSc/BA in Engineering or Business Administration or equivalent.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in quality assurance and manufacturing engineering..
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems (ISO 9001, AS 9100, ISO 13485, etc.) and regulatory requirements.
• Proven experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies. Certification in Six Sigma (Green Belt, Black Belt) or other relevant certifications preferred.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Desired Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Engineering or Business Administration preferred
• At least 3 years in a managerial role preferred

If you're a proactive problem-solver with a sharp eye for detail and a knack for driving quality improvements, we'd love to hear from you. Join us and help us take quality to the next level! Ready to make your mark? Apply today!

Salary: In accordance with California law, the expected annual base salary range for this position is between $140,000 - $150,000. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

Oxford Instruments Perks and benefits:

• Generous benefit packages - We offer our employees competitive health insurance options, including Medical, Dental, and
• Vision plans.
• Our 401k program has options for saving both pre- and post-tax dollars for retirement.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Work-life balance is a key part of our company culture here at OI, and we know that our employees do their best work when they can take the time they need to rest and recharge. Employees start with 4 weeks of PTO which is accrued each pay period.
• Holidays - We recognize 12 holidays this year
• In addition to all the standard PTO options, OI proudly offers a generous and progressive paid family leave policy.
• Professional Development - OI supports you and your professional development with $5,250 available in annual tuition reimbursement after 6 months of service.
  
  

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