Quality Manager

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Manager to lead and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) within a manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for driving continuous improvement, ensuring compliance with quality standards, managing the Quality team, and partnering with cross-functional departments to improve product quality and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS), including documentation, internal audits, and audit readiness.
• Manage the Quality department and provide leadership, coaching, and development to quality personnel.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Kaizen, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.
• Develop and implement quality procedures, process controls, inspection methods, and testing requirements.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Monitor quality metrics, analyze trends, and recommend process improvements.
• Support new product development and manufacturing by representing Quality during engineering projects.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements to ensure product compliance.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, customer requirements, and regulatory expectations.
• Train employees on quality systems, procedures, and best practices.
• Maintain accurate quality documentation and reporting.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 3 years of Quality Assurance leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience implementing and managing Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• Knowledge of AS9100D, ISO 9001 , or similar quality standards.
• Experience with internal audits, corrective actions, CAPA, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Proficiency with quality tools such as Root Cause Analysis, 8D, 5 Whys, FMEA, and SPC .
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP/QMS software.
• Ability to work with ITAR-controlled information, when applicable.

Preferred Qualifications

• AS9100D Internal Auditor experience.
• ISO 9001 or other Quality certification (CQE, CQA, or equivalent).
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.

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