Quality Manager
Torus
Quality Manager
Location
South Salt Lake, UT
Department
Manufacturing Operations
Employment Type
Full-Time
About Torus
Torus is a pioneering, sustainable energy solutions company based in Utah, dedicated to revolutionizing renewable energy storage and management. Our mission is to empower communities to become their own sustainable energy providers.
We are driven by a deep-rooted commitment to sustainability and community. We tackle critical challenges facing the American energy landscape. Our advanced Torus Flywheel™ technology charges and discharges electricity 16 times faster than traditional batteries, ensuring rapid response to grid demands and enhancing energy efficiency.
Our advanced manufacturing, research, and development facilities in South Salt Lake and Springville, Utah drive continuous innovation, and our commitment to American manufacturing ensures quality and reliability. Join us at Torus and be part of an exciting team that is transforming the energy landscape.
About the Role
As a Quality Manager, you will develop and manage Quality Assurance programs and activities that will ensure compliance with company policies, government regulations, and industry best practices. The Quality Manager will integrate quality assurance into all functions and people.
Responsibilities
- This highly visible, plant-floor position reports directly to the COO. The role involves overseeing the quality team and collaborating closely with the manufacturing team.
- The Quality Manager facilitates quality initiatives as a ‘hands-on’ leader, engaging with the team as well as cross-functional leadership throughout the facility.
- Oversee all Quality processes, including raw material, semi-finished, and finished goods inspection.
- Oversee quality control tests, quarantine procedures, and label control.
- Own the development, review, maintenance, and improvement of quality operations documentation, including SOPs, protocols, instructions, templates, and related tools.
- Investigate, conduct root cause analysis, and design CAPA for quality defects, nonconformities, deviations, and customer complaints.
- Lead and mentor the Quality team, training, and setting goals, and conducting performance reviews.
Required Experience
- 4+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing quality/testing role including 2+ years of experience in a supervisory/management role.
- Basic knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), record-keeping, and the ability to develop procedures as needed.
- Ability to adapt to evolving objectives, deadlines, and priorities.
Preferred Experience
- Active OSHA compliant Forklift Certification.
- Technical certifications or vocational training in electrical or mechanical disciplines.
- Experience working in a manufacturing, machine shop or assembly work.
Who You Are
You’ll be a great fit if you have a passion for helping to solve complex climate challenges and are committed to finding new innovative ways to preserve and enhance our planet. As a member of a rapidly growing startup with an excitement to learn new technologies, you’ll add incredible value as a self-starter and apply your technical skills to empower our customers to discover, purchase, and install the Torus products that will help them live clean, renewable lives.
Our Perks & Benefits
- Employee Rewards Package including equity
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
- Health Benefits Package: Choice between traditional PPO or HSA eligible medical plans; Dental insurance; and Vision insurance
- Human-centered Paid Time Off (based on employment status) including unlimited discretionary PTO; 10-days paid company holidays; Waiting period-free 100% paid parental leave.
- Torus paid Life and AD&D Insurance with option to purchase additional coverage
- Voluntary Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Peer Recognition Program
Additional Details
- Must have the ability to safely lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
- Must be capable of standing, bending, and executing repetitive tasks for prolonged periods of time.
- Ability to read, identify, observe and recognize details, color-coding and fine print at close range on associated engineering drawings.
- Ability to don personal protective equipment to include, but not limited to, respiratory protective equipment with proper seal, coveralls, ear protection, gloves, eye protection & safety helmet.
- Ability to observe, detect and respond to audible and visual machine malfunction warnings.
- Ability to communicate information so others can understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
- Must report to work reliably and with the ability to use full and unimpaired skills and judgment to safely execute your job.
- Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English required.