Quality Manager (Metals)
My client is a well-established manufacturing company specializing in precision metal fabrication, with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality components across various industries. They have a long history of engineering excellence and maintain a customer-focused approach in both custom and repeat production work.
The organization operates a vertically integrated facility and emphasizes lean manufacturing, quality management systems, and continuous improvement. With a skilled workforce and an experienced leadership team, my client combines technical capability with a strong commitment to innovation and process.
Job Description
The Quality Manager (Metals) will :
- Lead the Quality Assurance team to ensure manufacturing processes meet customer quality requirements
- Collaborate with Sales Engineering to fully understand and incorporate customer specifications
- Develop and document inspection methods to ensure consistent production quality
- Oversee customer complaint resolution and corrective action implementation
- Manage and support quality activities related to supplier quality, lab testing, and audits
- Champion and maintain compliance with the company's Quality Management System and ISO-9001 standards
- Participate in new product launch planning and support subsequent production lots
- Incorporate lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement in process development
- Lead large process improvement projects and cross-functional teams
- Coach, mentor, and conduct performance reviews for Quality Assurance associates
- Communicate quality requirements effectively across teams and to external stakeholders
- Ensure thorough documentation and reporting to support quality objectives and customer satisfaction
If interested, please apply using the link below. Qualified applicants will be contacted within 24-48 hours of submittal. MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
The Successful Applicant
The successful Quality Manager (Metals) applicant will have :
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience5-7 years of experience in quality management within a manufacturing environment, preferably metal fabricationProven leadership experience managing and mentoring technical teamsStrong understanding of ISO-9001 standards and Quality Management SystemsHands-on experience with lean manufacturing and Six Sigma principlesProficiency in SolidWorks and advanced Microsoft Excel; intermediate skills in Word and PowerPointStrong analytical, documentation, and problem-solving skillsExperience managing customer complaints, audits, and corrective actionsAbility to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and inspection methodsExcellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration and customer interactionExperience leading cross-functional improvement projects and new product launchesAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environmentWhat's on Offer
The Quality Manager (Metals) will receive :
Opportunity to lead and develop a skilled Quality Assurance team within a reputable manufacturing environmentChance to work on diverse projects involving new product launches and process improvementsCollaborative work culture that values continuous learning, innovation, and operational excellenceExposure to advanced quality management systems and industry best practices, including ISO standardsProfessional growth through coaching, mentoring, and leadership responsibilitiesCompetitive compensation and benefits package aligned with industry standardsInvolvement in cross-functional teams supporting organizational strategy and growth initiativesAccess to modern tools and technology to support quality assurance and process optimization