Quality Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Prime Machine is growing, and we're looking for a Quality Manager who is ready to build, lead, and elevate an entire quality organization.

This is not a role focused solely on audits, paperwork, or maintaining certifications.

Our quality systems are established. Our certifications are in place. Our leadership team is committed to quality.

Now we're looking for a leader who can develop people, strengthen processes, drive continuous improvement, and create a department that is viewed as a trusted business partner across the organization.

If you're passionate about building teams, improving performance, and creating a culture where quality supports operational excellence, we'd like to talk with you.

About Prime Machine

Prime Machine and Prime Field Service provide precision machining, heavy fabrication, welding, engineering, and field service solutions to critical industries including aerospace, mining, energy, and heavy industrial markets.

As we continue expanding our aerospace capabilities and customer base, quality remains a critical component of our growth strategy.

What You'll Lead

You will oversee and develop an established quality organization that includes:

• Quality Compliance and AS9100 administration
• Metrology and calibration personnel
• Certified Welding Inspection (CWI) activities
• Quality Control Technicians and Inspectors
• Internal and external audit programs
• Continuous improvement initiatives

What You'll Do

• Lead and continuously improve the Quality Management System (QMS)
• Develop, mentor, and grow the quality team
• Create a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement
• Partner with Operations, Project Management, Engineering, and Production leadership
• Drive effective root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Reduce non-conformances and the cost of poor quality
• Improve quality metrics, reporting, and departmental performance
• Lead customer, certification, and internal audits
• Support AS9100, ISO 9001, and ASME compliance requirements
• Oversee document control and quality system effectiveness
• Ensure inspection, testing, and verification processes consistently meet customer requirements
• Help shape the future direction of quality at Prime Machine

What Success Looks Like

In your first 12 months, you will:

• Strengthen and develop the quality team
• Improve collaboration between quality and operations
• Reduce recurring quality issues through effective corrective actions
• Enhance quality performance metrics and reporting
• Increase organizational engagement in quality ownership
• Support continued aerospace growth and customer satisfaction

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree
• 5+ years of quality leadership experience in manufacturing
• Experience leading quality teams and developing personnel
• Experience with audits, corrective actions, root cause analysis, and quality improvement initiatives
• Knowledge of GD&T and manufacturing inspection processes
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to influence across departments and build strong working relationships

Preferred Experience

• Aerospace manufacturing
• Strong knowledge of AS9100 quality systems
• Precision machining or heavy fabrication
• ASME quality systems and welding programs
• Metrology and calibration management
• Certified Lead Auditor training
• Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies

Who Thrives Here

• Leaders who enjoy building teams and developing people
• Professionals who want influence and ownership
• Individuals who balance compliance with operational practicality
• Problem-solvers who focus on solutions rather than blame
• Quality leaders who want to leave a lasting impact on a growing organization

Why Join Prime Machine?

• Lead an established and growing quality organization
• Influence company-wide quality strategy
• Work with a leadership team committed to continuous improvement
• Support exciting growth in aerospace and advanced manufacturing
• Opportunity to build, develop, and shape the future of the department

If you're ready to lead people, improve processes, and build a quality organization that drives business success, we encourage you to apply.

Prime Machine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, military or veteran status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This position supports aerospace programs subject to U.S. export control regulations; therefore, employment is restricted to U.S. Persons as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15), including U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals.

Prime Machine, Inc. was created in 1979 to provide emergency Industrial Equipment Repair and New Component Fabrication Services to a wide range of Customers statewide and beyond. We currently provide Large and Small Machine Shop Services, Welding Fabrication, Millwright Field Services, Gearbox Repair, and State-of-the-Art Laser Inspection Services. Our major Customers are found in Mining, Power Generation, Aerospace & Defense, and other critical Industries.

Company Description

Prime Machine, Inc. was created in 1979 to provide emergency Industrial Equipment Repair and New Component Fabrication Services to a wide range of Customers statewide and beyond. We currently provide Large and Small Machine Shop Services, Welding Fabrication, Millwright Field Services, Gearbox Repair, and State-of-the-Art Laser Inspection Services. Our major Customers are found in Mining, Power Generation, Aerospace & Defense, and other critical Industries.