Manager, Quality
IMAX
With over 50 years of history as a global innovator in entertainment technology, IMAX is the gold standard in immersive entertainment. We are the go-to, end-to-end premium technology platform for the world’s greatest filmmakers and creators — giving them the tools to realize their visions to the fullest.
As a result, IMAX attracts the most skilled and accomplished professionals in entertainment and technology. Our global teams merge technical, creative and operational expertise, deep industry relationships spanning the world, and an agile, entrepreneurial approach that prioritizes quality and innovation.
Our success is driven by our people. We cultivate our unique culture by fostering strong team connections, recognizing and rewarding excellence, and creating a workplace that empowers success. By working together in service of our mission, we push the limits of human imagination and transcend the ordinary.
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Quality Manager to oversee our quality assurance program. The Quality Manager will be responsible for ensuring key stakeholders in the Technology and Manufacturing Operations Group are supported in systemic issue resolution, obsolescence, software maintenance, supplier onboarding and quality issues.
The Quality Manager will possess outstanding operational experience and skills, including the demonstrated ability to design quality goals and processes, and to provide positive motivation to his/her colleagues in implementing the processes and achieving the goals.
What you’ll be doing:
Regular analysis of quality indicators/scorecard metrics and develop interpretation of results/trends
Ensure measurement and improvement of supplier quality performance through key performance indicators, continuous improvement and effective corrective and preventative actions
Set objectives and implementation strategies for reducing the Cost of Poor Quality. Efforts to be focused on improving product reliability and improving customer satisfaction
Manage and develop Supplier Quality Engineers and Quality Inspectors
Ensure the development of Qualification & Verification Test Plans, Capability Studies and subsequent Control Plans at suppliers for new products
Mentor and coach the quality department to bring all resources to the level of knowledge required to effectively support the APQP for all new products
Participate in Supplier qualification activities, quality system assessments, and process/facility audits and surveys as necessary. Maintains relationships with Suppliers for the purpose of achieving quality objectives
Act as Quality representative for Sourcing function: Assist with the selection of qualified Suppliers; match product quality requirements with Supplier capability; Supplier development, assistance and training.
What we’re looking for:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business and 3 - 5 years’ experience managing a Quality department
Strong leadership skills and the ability to work well with other strong personalities
Experience in a managing a Quality System and associated process improvements
Broad quality management systems experience, continuous improvement and problem-solving background in the field of electronic and optical based products
Experience in a growth-oriented, multi-national, R&D, manufacturing and service organization
Requires knowledge of quality assurance/ quality control work practices, processes and current technology
Experience with supply base management
Practical experience in auditing suppliers and their processes
At IMAX, you will be part of a culture built on respect – we are committed to creating a welcoming and diverse atmosphere across our organization.
For consideration, please apply online. We thank all applicants for their interest in IMAX but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
IMAX will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Change Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.