QA/QC Manager
Metlen Energy & Metals
- Βόλος, Μαγνησίας
- Μόνιμη
- Πλήρης Απασχόληση
- Establish, maintain, and continuously improve the Integrated Quality Management System (QMS) based on ISO 9001, ISO 17025, ASI/CoC, and other applicable standards.
- Ensure all quality procedures align with customer requirements, regulatory standards, and ESG commitments.
- Lead internal and external audits, compliance activities, and certification renewals.
- Monitor compliance with national, European, and international regulations for product quality.
- Define and implement quality assurance strategies for raw materials, in-process controls, and finished products.
- Ensure full documentation and traceability throughout the production process.
- Collaborate with Production and Procurement departments to prevent quality deviations.
- Lead risk assessments and preventive actions on quality issues.
- Supervise the laboratory and QC team in conducting accurate tests, measurements, and calibrations on raw, in-process, and final products.
- Set and monitor control plans, sampling procedures, and key quality indicators (KPIs).
- Manage non-conformities and lead root cause analyses (e.g., 8D, FMEA).
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen methodologies.
- Work with the Continuous Improvement Manager to identify and implement quality enhancement actions.
- Train plant personnel on quality awareness, procedures, and systems.
- Act as the main point of contact for external auditors, certification bodies, and strategic clients on quality matters.
- Prepare and present regular quality performance reports to Management, highlighting trends, deviations, and corrective plans.
- Participate in corporate committees related to quality and compliance.
- Join Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), client audits (e.g., HNDGS), and inspections by military authorities.
- Adhere to protocols for handling confidential information and national defense programs (e.g., NDAs, export control compliance).
- Conduct seminars and training on Defense and military quality standards and requirements (e.g., NATO AQAP, MIL-STD, ISO 3834, EN 1090, etc.).
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mining, Metallurgical, or other relevant technical field).
- 10+ years of relevant quality experience, including 5+ years in a managerial position.
- Proven experience implementing ISO 9001 and other relevant certification systems, particularly in Defense.
- Strong capabilities in lab management, production processes, and cross-functional improvement projects.
- Excellent leadership, analytical, and communication skills.
- Fluency in English (a second language is a plus).
- Experience in metals, defense, or energy industries is highly desirable.
- People & Personal growth
- Results orientation & Safety excellence
- Collaboration & Trust
- Empathy & Effective communication
- Flexibility & Adaptability
- Competitive remuneration package
- Ticket Restaurant Card
- Group Health Insurance Plan
- Company car
- Performance based bonus
- Pension Plan
- Modern and dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth
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