We are seeking an experienced Quality Manager to lead and strengthen a site-wide Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001:2015 standards while driving continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations. This role will oversee quality performance, lead quality teams, manage customer and supplier quality relationships, and champion operational excellence through data-driven decision-making and defect reduction strategies.
Client Details
Our client is a global manufacturing organization known for delivering highly engineered products where quality, reliability, and performance are critical. They foster a culture focused on innovation, continuous improvement, and employee development while supporting industries where product excellence has a direct and meaningful impact
Description
- Lead, maintain, and continuously improve the site's ISO 9001:2015-certified Quality Management System.
- Develop, track, and improve key quality performance metrics and reporting processes.
- Drive quality initiatives focused on defect reduction, process optimization, and risk mitigation.
- Manage customer and supplier quality relationships, ensuring timely issue resolution and long-term quality improvements.
- Support new product introduction and product development activities through quality planning and execution.
- Lead root cause investigations and corrective action efforts utilizing methodologies such as FMEA, 5 Why Analysis, and 8D.
- Analyze manufacturing and quality data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
- Participate in Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives, including Kaizen events and standard work reviews.
- Provide leadership, mentoring, and professional development for Quality Engineers and Quality personnel.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and Program Management teams while presenting quality performance updates to senior leadership.
Profile
- Bachelor's degree required.
- 7-10 years of progressive quality experience within a manufacturing environment.
- 3-5 years of experience managing or owning an ISO 9001:2015-certified Quality Management System.
- Demonstrated experience leading audits, CAPA programs, management reviews, and root cause investigations.
- Strong background in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
- Advanced analytical capabilities with experience interpreting manufacturing and quality data.
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and business intelligence tools such as Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Minitab, ERP, MES, or QMS platforms.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred.
- Experience within regulated industries such as defense, aerospace, electronics, medical device, or automotive manufacturing preferred.
Job Offer
- Competitive compensation package of $125,000-$140,000 annually.
- Take ownership of the quality function and lead strategic initiatives that influence business performance.
- Manage and develop a high-performing quality team while partnering with senior leadership.
- Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence within a globally recognized manufacturing environment.
- Join an organization committed to innovation, quality, and delivering products that make a meaningful real-world impact.
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