Quality Leader

About Us:

Machine Solutions is the premier provider of advanced equipment and services for the medical device, biopharmaceutical, and blood- and plasma-collection industries. We support our customers’ needs and growth by delivering quality and value through a wide breadth of products. Machine Solutions provides proprietary mechanical solutions to a variety of complex process, testing and device design challenges. Our equipment has become the industry standard for stent crimping, balloon catheter pleating and folding, catheter braiding and medical device manufacturing applications. As a pioneer in radio frequency technology, the company has continued to develop advancing technology for thermal forming, molding and welding plastic for medical manufacturing, biopharmaceutical, and blood- and plasma-processing applications. Our experienced team of engineers has been instrumental in automating manual processes that enable our customers to increase production volumes and profit margins, and we believe in providing a superior customer experience by designating resources to a dedicated aftermarket team that is always ready to provide technical service and process support. Machine Solutions is privately owned by BW Forsyth Partners, a Barry-Wehmiller company.

 

BW Forsyth Partners is the investment arm of multibillion-dollar global manufacturing and engineering consulting firm Barry-Wehmiller. Established in 2009, BW Forsyth Partners blends Barry-Wehmiller’s unparalleled legacy of value creation and people-centric culture development with keen investing experience to help companies realize their true potential. With a focus limited to areas known well, BW Forsyth Partners seeks to partner with leadership teams to acquire small- to middle-market companies in the capital and component equipment, and professional services sectors. In each of our operating companies, BW Forsyth Partners deploys operational improvements and strategy development without compromising the autonomy, strategic vision and entrepreneurial spirit of their leadership teams.

 

Job Description:

As our Quality Leader, you will spearhead the creation, implementation, and evolution of our quality systems, driving excellence across all facets of our organization. Your mission? To ensure our equipment not only meets but exceeds customer requirements while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and meeting customer delivery expectations. You’ll be at the forefront of cultivating a culture of quality, inspiring teams, and leading initiatives that ensure consistency, compliance, and continuous improvement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drive Innovation: Design and implement a cutting-edge quality management system tailored to meet and exceed customer expectations.

• Lead by Example: Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Quality Department across multiple locations, ensuring alignment and high performance.

• Inspire Collaboration: Partner with cross-functional teams to solve complex challenges, introduce new products, and set quality benchmarks for internal and external processes.

• Foster Improvement: Lead efforts in root cause analysis, corrective action implementation, and continuous improvement initiatives that elevate our products and processes.

• Champion Compliance: Ensure adherence to all internal and external quality standards (ISO, customer requirements, etc.), while maintaining transparent and robust documentation.

• Empower Teams: Build and mentor a high-performing quality team, providing training and development opportunities that elevate skillsets and drive results.

• Deliver Excellence: Track, analyze, and present key performance indicators (KPIs) to guide decisions and foster accountability.

• Additional duties as required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position supervises and manages all employees and aspects of the Quality department.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

• 5 to 10 years of experience in a Quality Assurance position; experience in manufacturing equipment strongly preferred

• Strong understanding and application of Lean Six Sigma & Continuous Improvement methodologies; experience managing Continuous Improvement projects

• Proven experience in quality management or a similar leadership role.

• A strategic thinker who thrives in collaborative, fast-paced environments.

• Strong knowledge of quality standards and compliance requirements (ISO, regulatory agencies, etc.)

• A leader who inspires teams, drives change, and embodies a commitment to continuous improvement.

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