Quality Systems Program Manager
Mitsubishi Electric Power Products · Warrendale, PA ·
- Category
- Project management
- Experience
- 10+ years
POSITION SUMMARY
Lead quality excellence across MEPPI. Drive the Company's enterprise-wide Quality Management System by advancing best practices, continuous improvement, supplier quality, and compliance with ISO standards. This highly visible role partners with MEPPI's businesses to strengthen quality performance, enhance operational effectiveness, and build a culture of excellence across all divisions.
What You'll Do
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Quality Leadership: Lead MEPPI's Quality Management System across all divisions and maintain compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 27001 standards.
- Strategy Development: Develop and execute the long-term quality strategy to drive operational excellence and continuous improvement.
- Audit Management: Lead internal, external, and certification audits while ensuring ongoing certification readiness.
- Performance Measurement: Monitor quality metrics and KPIs, including cost of quality, corrective actions, supplier performance, and field incidents.
- Executive Partnership: Provide quality insights, trends, and recommendations to senior leadership and the Company President.
- Systems Administration: Serve as the corporate administrator and functional expert for the QT9 electronic Quality Management System.
- Continuous Improvement: Lead cross-divisional initiatives that standardize processes, improve data consistency, and establish best practices.
- Supplier Quality: Develop and maintain supplier qualification, evaluation, audit, and performance management programs.
- Training & Development: Coach and train employees on auditing techniques, risk assessment methodologies, and quality system requirements.
- Compliance Oversight: Maintain corporate quality policies and procedures to ensure alignment with business and regulatory requirements.
What You'll Bring
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Education: Bachelor's degree in Quality Assurance, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related technical field.
- Experience: 10+ years of progressive experience in quality management, supplier quality, engineering, manufacturing, or operations.
- ISO Expertise: Advanced knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 27001 standards and certification requirements.
- Audit Leadership: Demonstrated success leading internal, external, and registrar audits.
- Technical Knowledge: Experience with quality systems, supplier quality programs, corrective action processes, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Systems Experience: Experience administering an Electronic Quality Management System, preferably QT9.
- Communication Skills: Strong verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Leadership Capability: Ability to influence stakeholders, lead change, and drive results across multiple business functions.
- Professional Credentials: ASQ certifications and/or Lead Auditor certification preferred.
What’s in It for You?
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: MEPPI pays 90% of medical, dental, and vision plan costs.
- Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with up to 4% company match.
- Generous Time Off: Vacation accrual starting after 90 days plus 12 paid holidays.
- Career Development: Access to training programs, leadership development, and educational assistance.
- Additional Benefits: Profit sharing, wellness programs, and access to our fitness center in Warrendale, PA.
Why MEPPI?
At MEPPI, you’ll be part of a team committed to quality, innovation, and operational excellence. As a member of Mitsubishi Electric’s global organization, you’ll help deliver mission-critical power solutions that support data centers, infrastructure, and essential services across North America — all within a collaborative, growth-focused environment.
About Us
Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. is a leading provider of power systems, rail transportation, and large visual display solutions in North America. Join us and become part of a global organization shaping the future of energy and transportation.
Equal Opportunity Employer
MEPPI is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and ensure fair and equitable consideration for all candidates.
Notice to Agencies and Search Firms
MEPPI does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies or search firms for this position. Any resume submitted without a signed agreement will become the property of MEPPI, and no fee will be paid if a candidate is hired as a result of an unsolicited referral.