Quality Manager

We're partnering with a well-established precision machining manufacturer to identify an experienced Quality Manager who will lead the company's Quality Management System and oversee all quality operations in a highly regulated manufacturing environment. This is a leadership opportunity for someone who enjoys being hands-on, partnering with production, engineering, and customers, and driving continuous improvement across the organization. What You'll Do Lead and develop a team of Quality Inspectors, CMM Programmers, and Quality Engineers. Maintain and improve the Quality Management System (QMS) while ensuring compliance with AS9100 and NADCAP standards. Lead customer, third-party, and certification audits while maintaining audit readiness. Serve as the primary liaison between customers and manufacturing to resolve quality concerns and support product excellence. Drive APQP, First Article Inspections (AS9102), MRB activities, and corrective actions. Lead root cause investigations using tools such as 8D, 5-Why, FMEA, SPC, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen . Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to improve quality, reduce defects, and optimize processes. Monitor key quality metrics including scrap, rework, PPM, and customer complaints while driving continuous improvement initiatives. What We're Looking For 10+ years of Quality leadership experience within a precision manufacturing environment. Experience managing an AS9100-certified Quality Management System . Experience supporting or maintaining NADCAP accreditation is highly preferred. Strong background in precision CNC machining , preferably within a 5-axis machining environment. Solid understanding of blueprint reading, GD&T, machining tolerances, and quality inspection methods. Experience leading customer audits and managing quality teams. Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FAI (AS9102), SPC, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Root Cause Analysis. Experience working with CMM inspection equipment (Zeiss experience is a plus). Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical discipline preferred. 401(k) Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays Additional Requirements Must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder due to ITAR requirements. Comfortable working in a hands-on manufacturing environment and collaborating closely with shop floor personnel. Candidates with previous machining experience or those who began their careers as machinists are highly encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr