Quality Manager

This role is located in Elizabethtown, KY. We posted for Louisville Metropolitan area for enhanced visibility.

At A. Stucki Company, we’re all about innovation, engineering excellence, and keeping the rail industry on track—literally! Founded in 1911, we’ve evolved into a powerhouse of businesses delivering cutting-edge parts and services for rail systems worldwide. From dynamic control products and brake system components to springs, bearings, and track infrastructure, we’ve got rail covered. But we don’t stop there—our services include remanufacturing, repair, and more. Over a century strong, we’re redefining what it means to move the world forward, one railcar at a time.

What sets us apart?

Global Impact: Be part of a team that's making waves on a global scale. Your work at A. Stucki Company will contribute to solutions that transcend boundaries and impact lives.

Collaborative Culture: We value teamwork and collaboration. Our open-door policy ensures that your ideas are not only heard but valued. Together, we build the future.

Continuous Learning: Embrace a culture of continuous improvement. At A. Stucki Company, we invest in your professional development, providing resources and opportunities to help you reach new heights.

Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate differences and believe in the strength of diversity. Join a workplace that encourages individuality and values the unique perspectives each team member brings.

We are seeking an experienced Quality Manager to lead all plant quality initiatives and ensure execution of our Quality Management System and regulatory requirements. This role serves as the quality leader for the facility, partnering closely with Operations, Engineering, and Corporate Regulatory & Compliance to drive product quality, regulatory compliance, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement.

The Quality Manager is responsible for maintaining compliance with applicable AAR, FRA, ISO (where applicable), and customer-specific requirements while leading corrective actions, supporting audits, improving key quality metrics, and developing a strong culture of quality throughout the plant.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute all corporate quality standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements within the facility.
• Ensure compliance with AAR, FRA, ISO, and customer-specific quality requirements.
• Lead internal audits and maintain continuous readiness for customer and regulatory audits.
• Manage plant quality metrics including scrap, rework, first-pass yield, warranty performance, customer complaints, and cost of poor quality.
• Lead root cause investigations using structured problem-solving methodologies and ensure timely implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customer quality concerns and drive rapid issue resolution.
• Partner with Operations and Engineering to validate process controls, inspection methods, and quality standards.
• Support new product introductions and engineering changes while ensuring appropriate quality controls are implemented.
• Identify opportunities to reduce defects, improve processes, and eliminate waste through continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead, coach, and develop Quality Engineers, Quality Technicians, and other quality personnel.
• Maintain controlled documentation, certifications, training records, and compliance documentation.
• Present quality performance and improvement initiatives to plant and executive leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or a related field preferred. Equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience will also be considered.
• 5-10 years of progressive quality leadership experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working in regulated manufacturing environments.
• Experience leading quality audits and managing compliance programs.
• Strong knowledge of quality systems, corrective action processes, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and developing quality personnel.
• Experience with AAR standards is strongly preferred.

Benefits:

• Health Coverage: The company covers 80% of medical, dental, and vision premiums, ensuring comprehensive healthcare for you and your family.
• Retirement Savings: Enjoy immediate full vesting in our 401(k) plan, with a generous company match to support your financial future.
• Life Insurance: Receive company-paid life insurance for peace of mind and security.
• Paid Time Off: 11 paid holidays, plus paid vacation, and sick time available in your first year.
• Work-Life Balance: Supportive benefits designed to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.