About the Role Pinnacle Partners is recruiting for a Quality Engineering Manager in Anderson, IN. This position will lead quality activities within a growing manufacturing and machining environment while working closely with production, engineering, suppliers, and customers. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on quality leader who is comfortable working on the production floor, leading quality initiatives, troubleshooting problems, and developing a strong culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and direct quality activities within a high-volume manufacturing and machining environment. Develop and initiate standards and methods for inspection, testing, and evaluation. Develop sampling procedures and methods for recording, evaluating, and reporting quality and reliability data. Establish programs to evaluate the precision and accuracy of production, testing, measurement, and analytical equipment. Develop and implement methods for dispositioning discrepant material and assessing cost and responsibility. Direct and support quality personnel engaged in measuring and testing products and processes. Work closely with engineering regarding quality assurance of new products and existing manufactured products. Perform visual, dimensional, and process inspections to determine conformance to customer and quality requirements. Perform physical inspection of contract material. Audit and check parts, processes, inventory, and paperwork for in-process and completed parts. Ensure fabricated and machined products meet customer specifications. Facilitate containment activities with production personnel when defects or high-risk defects are identified. Participate in customer and supplier complaint resolution, containment, and corrective action. Complete PPAPs and PPAP documentation from start to finish. Develop and maintain PFMEAs. Perform SPC reviews and utilize statistical process control to identify and address quality issues. Ensure inspection and measurement equipment is properly calibrated and maintained. Operate and program CMM equipment to support dimensional inspection and quality verification. Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, specifications, and GD&T requirements. Enter, monitor, and maintain ERP/QMS data related to work order completion, inventory movement, defect containment, rework creation and closure, and other quality activities. Record inspection results and reject product when parts do not meet acceptable limits. Identify opportunities for improvement within quality-control processes and work toward reducing scrap and improving customer satisfaction. Develop training materials and conduct training sessions on quality-control activities. Build and lead a positive, productive quality culture focused on accountability, problem-solving, and continuous improvement. Work directly with production personnel and quality team members to identify problems and drive solutions. Lead and delegate quality activities while maintaining a hands-on presence within the manufacturing operation. Support new product development and introduction as the company continues to grow and add new customers and parts. Help manage internal and supplier quality issues while supporting audits, documentation, and non-conformance review. Work with urgency and take ownership of quality issues through resolution.

Requirements:

High school diploma or GED required. Minimum of 3-5 years of experience working in Quality Management in a manufacturing environment. Ability to communicate clearly with internal and external parties and direct the quality team as needed to accomplish goals and tasks. Detail oriented, strong time management, and self-starter mentality. Ability to read and understand blueprints and technical drawings. Strong knowledge of dimensioning and tolerancing and GD&T. Working knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC). Ability to use inspection, testing equipment, and measurement instrumentation. Working knowledge of IATF 16949 or ISO quality procedures. Experience with quality audits and technical documentation. Experience running PPAPs from start to finish. Experience with PFMEA. Experience with CMM equipment and CMM interpretation. Manufacturing and machining experience. Ability to work effectively in an active production environment and be comfortable getting hands-on when needed. Ability to communicate effectively, delegate responsibilities, and lead a quality team. Ability to work with urgency and proactively identify and resolve problems. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand for extended periods, and perform repetitive tasks.

Preferred:

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related field. 8+ years of quality or manufacturing experience. Candidates with significant hands-on experience may be considered in place of a degree.

Strongly preferred:

Experience setting up and programming CMMs, particularly Hexagon/PC-DMIS. Experience taking a part, reviewing work instructions, and programming a CMM to measure the part rather than simply operating a pre-programmed CMM. Experience with HAAS and Okuma mills and lathes. Strong machining background, particularly within an automotive or automotive-supplier environment. Experience with robotics and PLCs. Understanding of pressure testing. Lean manufacturing experience and a continuous-improvement mindset. Lean Six Sigma, Green Belt, or Black Belt certification. Experience supporting automotive, heavy truck, or industrial manufacturing customers. Experience working with ERP/QMS systems in a manufacturing environment. Experience supporting new product introduction and new customer launches. Experience with supplier quality, customer complaints, containment, and corrective action.

Benefits Overview:

$100K-$110K base salary, depending on experience. 15% annual bonus opportunity. Company-provided benefits package. Explore More Engineering Opportunities This role falls within our Engineering/Manufacturing division , where we specialize in placing professionals in areas such as: Mechanical/Electrical Engineering Manufacturing/Process Engineering Controls Engineering Project Engineering Quality Engineering Quality Management Technical Sales Operations / Plant Engineering Explore additional Engineering roles and learn more about how we support Engineering professionals: or Manufacturing & Engineering Opportunities #ENG123 About Pinnacle Partners For more than two decades, Pinnacle Partners has been connecting top talent with leading employers across Indianapolis, Louisville, Cincinnati, and other cities throughout the Midwest. We specialize in Information Technology, Accounting & Finance, Administrative, Human Resources, and Engineering/Manufacturing, offering contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. Job Details Anderson, IN Onsite Up to $110000 per Year Direct Hire