Quality & Export Control Specialist Stellenkategorie (m/w/d)

Permag, the only North American producer of Samarium Cobalt (SmCo) magnets, is a leading provider ofengineered magnetic solutions through its portfolio of specialized brands—Dexter Magnetic Technologies, ElectronEnergy Corporation (EEC), and Magnetic Component Engineering (MCE). With deep expertise in rare earth materialsprecision magnetics, and manufacturing excellence, Permag delivers innovative, high-performance solutions for theworld’s most demanding industries.

Basic Purpose and Objective of the Position:

The Quality and Export Control Specialist (QEC) is responsible for overseeing and implementing export and qualityassurance processes in order to comply with company standards, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations.The QEC will provide QA technical leadership and guidance across the organization. This role supports continuousimprovement initiatives and maintains quality system compliance. Participate actively in company strategic initiatives.

Major Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance policies, procedures, and standards to ensure compliancewith AS9100D/ISO 9001, and/or ISO 13485 requirements.
• Manage quality system processes, such as MRB/DMR, RMAs, CAPAs, internal audits, and corrective/preventiveactions.
• Monitor key quality metrics (KPIs) and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality andprocess effi ciency.
• Oversee and support the root cause analyses process and implementation of corrective actions.
• Oversee customer quality requirements, ensuring eff ective communication throughout the organization andsupply chain.
• Act as company liaison with customers in order to resolve quality issues
• Communicates with and provides quality assurance expertise to customers, suppliers, engineering,manufacturing, purchasing, and sales.
• Provides face-to-face technical expertise for visits to high-value and strategic customers.
• Lead internal audits, and certifi cations to maintain industry and customer standards.
• Provide regular reports on quality performance, compliance status, and improvement initiatives to seniormanagement.
• Prepare exit fi lings and maintain records of exports from the EU.
• Proactively looks for opportunities to utilize new or existing concepts to improve product and process quality.
• Establish training and development of quality personnel (Engineers, Technicians, other QA associates.) ensuringcompetency in quality assurance practices and problem-solving methodologies.
• Serve as a safety role model by promoting and ensuring a safe work environment.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, quality management, or a related field.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality assurance within a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge and application of AS9100D, ISO 9001, ISO 13485, or equivalent quality management systems.
• Knowledge of Advanced Quality Planning

Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of quality assurance methodologies, problem-solving techniques such as Critical Thinking,5W/1H, and 8D methods, SPC, PPAPs.
• Proven experience with Lean/Six Sigma, and mistake-proofi ng concepts i.e. Process mapping, FMEAs, DOE’s,Control plans.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Eff ective communication and leadership skills to engage with all levels of the organization.
• Communicates clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication methods and settings.
• Profi ciency in ERP systems, regulatory portals, PowerPoint, Excel, and technical research tools.
• Excellent time management skills concentrating on priorities and overall planning, awareness, and response towhat is due now, short, and long term.
• Good business acumen, understands policies, practices, technology, trends, and information and how thoseaff ect the business.