About the Role
The Manufacturing Quality Manager is responsible for overseeing quality assurance quality control and regulatory compliance within a manufacturing environment. This leadership position ensures product reliability process efficiency and customer satisfaction by implementing and maintaining a robust Quality Management System. The Manufacturing Quality Manager drives continuous improvement using lean manufacturing Six Sigma and quality engineering principles while integrating digital tools and data-driven practices to enhance transparency and decision-making. Candidates with experience in ISO 9001 compliance quality audits and manufacturing operations will excel in this role.
Responsibilities:
- Develop implement and maintain the Quality Management System in compliance with ISO 9001 and other standards
- Lead cross-functional initiatives to improve product quality reduce defects and increase customer satisfaction
- Oversee real-time quality metrics and dashboards to track performance and identify trends
- Collaborate with IT and operations teams to integrate QMS with ERP and MES platforms
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement through lean manufacturing Six Sigma and problem-solving methodologies
- Manage and coordinate internal and external audits to ensure compliance and audit readiness
- Establish and monitor key performance indicators for quality and lead regular review meetings
- Develop enforce and communicate quality control procedures across production processes
- Supervise inspections of raw materials in-process goods and finished products
- Document investigations corrective actions and preventive measures to address quality issues
- Train mentor and evaluate quality personnel to maintain high standards of performance and compliance
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in engineering manufacturing industrial technology or a related field
- Minimum of five years of experience in quality assurance or quality control within a manufacturing environment
- At least two years in a leadership or management role
- Six Sigma Certification or ISO 9001 Certification
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in root cause analysis and problem-solving
- Hands-on experience with quality assurance tools and quality management systems
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes technical specifications and regulatory standards
- Ability to identify defects and nonconformities quickly and accurately
- Experience with quality metrics audits and compliance requirements
Desired Qualifications:
- Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or equivalent professional certification
- Familiarity with AI and machine learning applications in quality control
- Experience integrating QMS with ERP and MES platforms
- Knowledge of ITAR and other industry-specific compliance standards
- Proficiency with automated inspection systems and statistical process control software
- Demonstrated success in leading digital transformation initiatives in manufacturing quality
- Bonus
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance