Quality Manager

Compensation Range

Compensation Range of 75,000 to 85,000

Key Responsibilities

Quality Systems & Compliance

• Oversee and maintain the plant's Quality Management System (ISO/IATF standards).

• Ensure compliance with internal, customer, and regulatory requirements.

• Lead internal and external quality audits; coordinate audit readiness and responses.

• Manage document control, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Maintain calibration and verification programs for measurement equipment.

Production & Process Quality

• Partner with Production and Engineering teams to monitor process capability and product quality.

• Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).

• Implement statistical process control (SPC) and quality metrics to drive process consistency.

• Oversee first article inspections, PPAP submissions, and validation of new or changed processes.

• Support problem-solving and containment of nonconforming materials.

Supplier & Customer Quality

• Manage supplier quality performance and audits; drive supplier corrective actions.

• Monitor customer complaints and returns (RMA/NCMR), ensuring timely investigation and resolution.

• Serve as primary plant contact for customer quality issues, visits, and scorecard reviews.

• Collaborate with global quality and engineering teams to standardize best practices.

Leadership & Culture

• Lead, coach, and develop the plant Quality team (inspectors, technicians, and engineers).

• Promote a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Provide training on quality tools, systems, and standards (8D, 5 Whys, FMEA, Control Plans).

• Drive cross-functional engagement and employee awareness of quality goals.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or related technical field required.

• 5+ years of quality experience in a manufacturing or automotive environment (filtration industry a plus).

• In-depth knowledge of ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and Lean/Six Sigma methodologies.

• Experience with PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, and 8D problem-solving.

• Previous leadership experience managing a quality department or team.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with data-driven decision-making.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across all levels.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, ERP systems, and quality software tools (Minitab, SAP, etc.).

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand, walk, and inspect production lines for extended periods.

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. and access all areas of the plant.

• Must wear required PPE and adhere to all safety guidelines.