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Michael Page
Quality Manager | Metal Fabrication
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A Quality Assurance Manager focuses on prevention of mistakes and defects in manufacturing products. Develops procedures to ensure that quality standards are maintained. Manages all steps related to quality assurance as part of the quality management strategy of a company. May involve leadership of a team of quality assurance supervisors, specialists, and other associated staff members.
$106,008 / year median in Illinois
-2% projected decline
Job Description
10% Bonus target, based on a blend of personal targets & company profitability Fast-growing organization with diverse client base! About Our Client Our client is seeking a Quality Manager to assess existing quality processes, identify gaps and improvement opportunities, and establish reporting tools that drive continuous improvement within the Quality Management System. This position will lead and develop a team of ten quality professionals while ensuring quality objectives and performance metrics are achieved. Job Description Direct the Quality team (inspectors, technicians, engineers) through prioritization, coaching, and accountability. Balance workload across the Quality team to ensure efficiency and avoid bottlenecks. Train team members on quality standards, tools, and problem-solving methods (e.g., root cause analysis, CAPA, PPAP). Encourage team members to identify process improvements and implement solutions. Drive corrective and preventive action systems (CAPA) to resolve customer complaints and systemic issues. Encourage ownership of quality processes, audits, and corrective actions. Collaborate with operations and engineering on root cause analysis, continuous improvement, and defect reduction. Establish performance standards, procedures, and audit controls that meet business and customer requirements. Develop and maintain KPIs for quality performance; report regularly to division leadership. Organize and promote company-wide quality improvement efforts. Partner with customers, suppliers, and internal business units to resolve issues. Travel to customer, supplier, and internal business unit sites may be required when necessary. Lead internal audits as well as second- and third-party audits. Support the team for all new product introductions and engineering changes to verify quality documentation is correct and assist with NPI signoff. Participate in team meetings, document action items, and keep the team aware of customer concerns. 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 3+ years of supervisory/managerial experience within quality Direct experience with sheet metal fabrication
ISO 9001 QMS
/ auditing experience Metrology experience (Micrometers, calipers, gauges, etc.) Familiarity with GD&T Experience implementing system process improvements Automotive experience is preferred Experience with IATF 16949, AS9100, orISO 13485
is a plus CMM experience is a plus Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field is preferred What's on Offer Base salary of $100,000 - $140,000 depending on experience 10% bonus incentive 144 hours of PTO 401(k) matching Health / dental / vision insuranceBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Bonuses/Stipends
- Dental Insurance