Manager, Quality Assurance

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is a leading provider of cryogenic pumps, heat exchangers, process systems, services, and solutions for the LNG and industrial gases industry. We are a subsidiary of Nikkiso Company Ltd, a leading industrial manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with over $1.5 B in annual revenue, 8000 + employees worldwide, and publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

Nikkiso Cryo, Inc., is one of the world’s foremost suppliers of submerged motor liquefied gas pumps. We offer unmatched reliability, quality and safety. As part of the Nikkiso Company global organization, our original technologies provide our customers with the confidence in knowing they are receiving the latest technology and the highest standards of engineering available.

We are located in North Las Vegas, Nevada and we offer a full range of submerged pumps for LNG, LPG, LEG, LN2, liquid propylene and many other liquefied gases. With design, production and test facilities in both the United States and Japan, sales offices in Las Vegas, Houston, London and Tokyo, Nikkiso Cryo offers prompt and full support for all of our customers worldwide.

Provides leadership and governance to establish, direct and maintain exemplary Quality Management Systems. Responsible for managing and setting the direction of the Quality Management System in full compliance with ISO 9001 certification requirements. Plans and coordinates the implementation of continuous improvement practices, policies and procedures that ensure the consistent delivery of quality products, driving the organization towards best-in-industry quality performance. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty well. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities and physical demands required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Responsible for leadership and effective and efficient management of the Quality Assurance Department team
• Responsible for optimization of the management systems in compliance with international regulations such as ISO 9001.
• Lead cross-functional development/deployment, and maintenance of tactical objectives and KPIs;
• Maintain quality objectives and KPIs related to receiving inspection, in-process and final inspection, MRB, supplier quality performance index, project quality performance, cost of quality, internal (first party) and external (second and third party) audits; corrective actions, field trouble reports/customer complaints;
• Ensure efficient and effective quality operations such as quality assurance and control, continual improvement, project quality and regulatory management;
• Analyzing, identifying, and implementing manufacturing and/or business process improvements which will improve capability and performance;
• Responsible for tracking the cost of quality and implementing actions to reduce failure and later assessment cost of quality;
• Plan quality for products and projects by use of quality control plans, inspection and test plans ITPs, work orders/travelers, and MRB;
• Responsible for integration of quality assurance through entire phase of project realization (e.g., from proposal/award to closure);
• Actively work with the procurement department to optimize supply chain;
• Acquire and maintain product line certifications, specifically Maritime Class Societies (e.g., ABS, BV, DNV, LR) Product/Manufacturer approvals;
• Design and deploy various types of first party audit programs, conduct supplier audits in coordination with the procurement department, and represent the company in case of second- and third-party assessments;
• Coordinate with marketing/sales, engineering, procurement, production, and project management functions to detect and reduce risks related to the regulatory compliance, project schedule/scope/quality/and cost;
• Promote risk and process based approach across the organization, deploy SIPOC model, PDCA;
• Promote and work on implementation of kaizen events, 5S, kanban, lean manufacturing and lean supply chain;
• Troubleshooting problems or quality issues related to products or processes;
• Meeting with members of the production team to offer recommendations and share results;
• Maintaining and controlling calibration records for test and inspection equipment;
• Applying good manufacturing practice and observing that it is being adhered to;
• Verify parts and products are compliant to specifications;
• Defines quality procedures in conjunction with operating staff;
• Collaborates with other members of management to develop new product requirements and manufacturing and training methods;
• Develop and deploy training program for quality department, and assure that other departments deploy applicable training programs.

• Bachelor’s Degree is strongly preferred in Engineering (Mechanical, Material, Electromechanical) or related technical field is strongly preferred;
• ASQ certification (e.g., CMQ/OE) is preferred;
• 5+ years’ experience in a Quality leadership or management role within a manufacturing environment.

Knowledge and Critical Skills/Expertise:

• Demonstrated knowledge of ASME section VIII, ASME Section IX, PED, ASTM regulations;
• Sound mathematical and technical skills;
• Good investigative and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail;
• Ability to think logically and methodically;
• Good interpersonal skills and organizational skills;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Negotiating, supervisory and leadership skills combined with the ability to delegate;
• Decision making ability coupled with the ability to work independently and proactively;
• Knowledge of statistical packages and Microsoft Office systems normally required;
• Dimensional inspection experience of machined components;
• Previous exposure to a machine shop, foundry, or sheet metal shop;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
• Quality System auditing and reporting experience;
• In depth working knowledge of ISO 9001 standard;
• Understanding of standard manufacturing and safety compliance processes.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Manages and develops a team of quality assurance professionals, providing coaching and mentoring to enable them to reach their full potential.

Work Environment:

Job will generally be performed in an office environment, but may require travel to a client's office, production facility or industrial/construction job site. Conditions will vary at each location, but the conditions listed above will generally apply.

Physical Demands:

In order to perform the duties of this job, the employee may be required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel, talk and hear, and use fingers and hands to feel objects, tools or controls

• Overtime may be necessary as the work load's dictates. This may include weekdays, weekends, nights and/or holidays
• The ability to lift up to 40 pounds is required

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled:

Nikkiso is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability