Location: Chandler, AZ
Company: Axus Technology
role at our global HQ and primary manufacturing facility. Reporting to the General Manager, this person will be a key member of the business management team, responsible for implementing a company-wide Quality Management System and will interact regularly with corporate leadership.
Critical to this role will be experience developing quality processes and procedures in a complex manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience building a QMS program and quality team and can guide the organization to develop a quality-first mindset. Responsibilities: Take ownership of the Axus Quality Management System implementation roadmap, leading to ISO 9001 standard
compliance. Develop the Quality organization, including the appropriate deployment/hiring of talent. Manage quality assurance staff performance by coaching and counseling employees.
Work closely with operations leadership to implement in-process product inspection standards and devise testing methods and procedures. Develop raw material standards by studying manufacturing and engineering requirements, negotiating with suppliers, and devising testing methods and procedures. Deploy training, skills, continuous improvement processes and metrics to drive significant improvement in all functions across the business leading to measurable reductions in the cost of quality, leading to a substantial
increase in operational capacity and profitability. Represent the quality function in ERP system implementation.
Skills & Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering or related discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Quality Engineering, Manufacturing etc. ). Thorough understanding of ISO 9001 and other international standards. 10+ years of experience leading a Quality Department in semiconductor equipment, automotive, aerospace, or similar complex manufacturing industry. Hands-on experience with LEAN tools and structured problem solving. Demonstrated ability to build strong and effective relationships with Customer supplier quality teams.
Axus offers a rich benefits package that includes: Health Insurance : three plan options to fit each Team Member's individual needs through United Healthcare Dental: two plan options for Team Members through Principal Vision : one plan available for Team Members through Principal Group Life/AD&D : employer-paid Long-Term Disability : employer-paid Short-Term Disability : voluntary coverage available Voluntary Accident & Critical Illness : voluntary coverage available Voluntary Life / AD&D Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays 401K with Employer Match
for quality improvement. Supports IATF16949 by developing, reviewing and maintaining PFMEAs, Control Plans, Process Flows, and other related documents. Develop Inspection Plans and recommend metrology, probe type, location, sample size and frequency. Prepare and validate CMM programs.
Prepare change control documentation including customer specific documents and white paper evaluations. Use Lean/6 Sigma principles and tools to reduce waste and variation. Provide backup coverage for CAD Technician. Participates when necessary in all matters that involve Change Control. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions Education/Experience
Preferred 4 year college or university program degree, preferably in industrial, manufacturing, or mechanical engineering. 6+ years of experience and direct knowledge will be considered and/or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Other Qualifications Certification as an IATF16949 Internal Auditor desired. Manufacturing experience around CNC machine tools and manual deburr in a precision machining environment desired. Experience with Creo CAD software desired. Experience with statistical analysis desired.
