Manager - Quality Assurance | Steel

We are seeking a Department Manager - Quality Assurance to lead quality and product-related operations within a large-scale steel manufacturing environment. This leadership position will oversee Quality Engineers and Product Metallurgists while driving quality management initiatives, product compliance, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement efforts across sheet steel operations.

Client Details

Our client is one of North America's most recognized steel producers with a history spanning more than a century. The company serves critical industries including automotive, construction, energy, appliances, packaging, and infrastructure while continuing to invest in advanced manufacturing technologies and sustainability initiatives.This position is based at one of the organization's largest manufacturing sites and offers the opportunity to play a key role in ensuring product quality, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction within a highly technical manufacturing environment.

Description

• Lead and develop a team of Quality Engineers, Product Metallurgists, and technical staff
• Oversee quality assurance activities for sheet steel products and customer requirements
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, process performance, and operational excellence
• Manage product disposition, quality reviews, and corrective actions
• Ensure proper order setup and coordination of product-related activities across manufacturing operations
• Support new product development initiatives within automotive, energy, and service center markets
• Oversee ERP-related activities associated with order management and product processing
• Partner with manufacturing, operations, technical, and commercial teams to resolve product quality issues
• Develop and implement short- and long-term quality and product strategies
• Evaluate, mentor, and develop technical personnel while fostering a culture of accountability and performance
• Maintain compliance with quality management systems and customer specifications

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related technical field preferred
• 6+ years of experience within steel manufacturing or a heavy industrial environment
• 3+ years of quality assurance or quality management experience
• Previous leadership or management experience required
• Experience working within Quality Management Systems (QMS)
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, product quality, and continuous improvement methodologies
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and manufacturing information systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Steel industry experience strongly preferred
• Background in metallurgy or materials science
• Experience leading quality teams within large-scale manufacturing operations
• Strong knowledge of sheet steel products and quality testing methodologies
• Experience driving process improvements and operational excellence initiatives

Job Offer

• Base salary up to $172,000
• 16% annual bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage beginning on day one
• Strong retirement and 401(k) program
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Long-term career growth with a leader in the steel industry

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