Quality & Continuous Improvement Manager (Automation)

Location: Florence, Alabama, United States; up to 25% travel within the US and internationally.

Company

hirify.global develops and supplies technologies, automation, and services for the pulp, paper, and energy industries, with more than 19,000 professionals worldwide.

What you will do

• Lead and facilitate root cause analyses and ensure effective implementation of corrective actions.
• Coordinate customer and product issues with Operations, Service, and Sales to improve delivery performance and customer satisfaction.
• Manage supplier quality activities, including nonconformities, audits, and manufacturing performance improvement.
• Coordinate external audits, conduct internal audits, and support the implementation and maintenance of business processes.
• Prepare quality reporting, support Cost of Poor Quality follow-up, and monitor quality initiatives across the organization.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in quality management and/or quality assurance.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in industrial engineering and management, information management, automation engineering, or a similar field, with quality-related coursework.
• Experience or formal training in quality, lean, and root cause analysis.
• Knowledge of project and service deliveries, supply chain processes, and automation solutions, preferably DCS.
• Ability to work in a matrix organization, initiate actions proactively, communicate clearly, and provide training.
• Fluent English required; Portuguese or Spanish is an advantage.

Culture & Benefits

• Work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment focused on innovation and operational excellence.
• Opportunities for skills development, leadership, and professional growth.
• Generous wage and benefits package.
• Company-funded registered pension plan.
• Employment is contingent upon a background check.