Quality Manager 1st Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary
Our client, a well-established precision machining company supporting aerospace and defense programs, is seeking an experienced Quality Manager to lead and maintain their quality management system. This position will play a critical role in ensuring compliance, driving continuous improvement, and supporting high-precision manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and maintain the company’s quality management system in compliance with AS9100 requirements
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions in alignment with AS13000 methodologies
• Lead internal and external audits, including customer and regulatory audits
• Oversee all inspection processes including first article, in-process, and final inspection
• Ensure compliance with customer specifications and tight tolerance requirements
• Develop and maintain quality procedures, documentation, and reporting systems
• Mentor and support quality team members, including inspectors
• Partner with operations to identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives
  Review and analyze quality data to drive process improvements and reduce defects
• Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures including PPE requirements to perform the job safely

Qualifications & Skills

• 10+ years of quality experience in an aerospace machining environment required
  Strong knowledge of AS9100 and AS13000 standards strongly preferred
• Experience leading audits (internal and external) required
• Deep understanding of GD&T and blueprint interpretation
• Strong background in root cause analysis and corrective action systems
• Leadership experience within a quality function required
• Experience with precision measurement tools and inspection processes
• Exposure to IATF 16949 is a plus
• CMM knowledge is a plus

Employment Type & Compensation

• This is a Full-Time | Direct Hire position
• Pay rate is $30.00 - $40.00 per hour, based on experience
• Application Window: Open until closed

Work Schedule

• 1st: Monday-Friday 6am-4:30pm, Friday 6am-3:30pm. Optional 5 hours OT Saturday

Benefits

• 100% paid health and group life insurance
• Dental, vision, and work boot reimbursement
• Excellent 401(K) with profit sharing
• Ten paid holidays annually
• Paid vacation and sick time

Employer Information
This position is being recruited by NCW on behalf of a client company. All hiring decisions will be made by the employer. NCW partners with organizations nationwide to connect top talent with opportunities across construction, manufacturing, warehousing & distribution, and engineering industries.

Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected status in accordance with applicable laws.