Quality Manager

Koch; Monterrey; On-site; MXN 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Koch Engineered Solutions in Monterrey, Mexico seeks a Quality Leader to shape the Quality culture of a new manufacturing facility. You will lead the development and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System, set standards, and ensure products meet customer and regulatory requirements.

You will work across Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Sales to prevent defects, drive corrective actions, and build a high‑performing Quality team.

Qualifications

• Experience leading quality activities in a manufacturing/industrial setting.
• Proven knowledge of Quality Management Systems, ISO 9001.
• Experience implementing process improvements yielding measurable quality gains.
• Experience leading structured problem-solving and corrective action processes.
• Ability to collaborate across functions and influence stakeholders at multiple levels.
• Proficient in using data/quality metrics to identify risk and drive improvement.
• Leadership and people development capabilities.
• Fluent in English and Spanish.
• Willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and continuous improvement of the site’s Quality Management System in alignment with ISO 9001.
• Establish quality standards, governance, and inspection/test controls.
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Sales and other functions to embed quality in processes.
• Maintain hands-on presence on the shop floor.
• Lead audits and drive corrective actions with measurable results.
• Develop and coach the Quality team for current and future growth.
• Define and monitor quality KPIs and drive improvements.

Skills

Quality leadership

ISO 9001

Process improvements

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven quality

Travel readiness

Leadership development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Minitab

Statistical Process Control (SPC)

Job description

Your Job

Koch Engineered Solutions, a Koch Inc. business, is seeking a Quality Leader for our new manufacturing facility in Monterrey, Mexico.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the Quality culture of a growing manufacturing operation. You will lead the development and continuous improvement of the facility’s Quality Management System, establish effective standards and controls, develop quality capabilities across the organization, and help build a culture in which quality is owned at every level.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical knowledge with hands‑on manufacturing leadership. This individual will work closely with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Sales, and other functions to prevent defects, solve complex problems, strengthen customer confidence, and enable the facility’s sustainable growth.

Our Team

You will join a collaborative team building the systems, capabilities, and culture required to support a new manufacturing operation.

Our team values ownership, constructive challenge, disciplined execution, and continuous improvement. In this role, you will have the opportunity to influence how quality is integrated into daily operations, develop people and processes from the ground up, and create lasting value for our customers and the business.

• Establish a practical quality strategy, priorities, standards, and governance for the site.
• Collaborate with Regional and Global Quality Teams to align Monterrey with the Global Quality Management System and ensure a consistent customer experience.
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Sales, and other functions to integrate quality into manufacturing and business processes.
• Maintain a strong hands‑on presence in shop‑floor processes and operations.
• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the facility’s Quality Management System in alignment with ISO 9001 requirements.
• Build, coach, and develop the Quality team to support current operations and future growth.
• Build quality capability and ownership across the organization through training, coaching, standard work, and employee engagement.
• Maintain effective quality procedures, documentation, records, and control plans.
• Establish effective inspection, testing, validation, and product release controls.
• Partner with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve supplier quality issues and improve incoming product quality.
• Serve as a key point of contact for customers on quality concerns, corrective actions, and improvement opportunities.
• Develop and monitor meaningful quality KPIs that improve visibility, accountability, and decision‑making.
• Prepare for and support internal, customer, certification, and regulatory audits.
• Provide leadership with clear visibility of quality performance, risks, and improvement priorities.
• Lead structured problem‑solving and the timely resolution of nonconformances through root cause analysis, corrective actions, and effectiveness verification.
• Strengthen first‑pass quality, reduce internal and external quality failures, and support consistent delivery of customer requirements.

The Experience You Will Bring

Basic Qualifications

• Experience leading quality activities within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Quality Management Systems and ISO 9001 requirements.
• Experience implementing process improvements and delivering measurable improvements in quality performance.
• Experience leading structured problem‑solving and corrective action processes.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple functions and influence stakeholders at different levels of the organization.
• Experience using data and quality metrics to identify risk, prioritize actions, and drive sustainable improvement.
• Leadership and people development capabilities.
• Professional proficiency in both English and Spanish.
• Valid passport and visa.
• Willingness and ability to travel.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience building or significantly improving a Quality Management System in a new or expanding manufacturing facility.
• Experience in a start‑up, greenfield, ramp‑up, or fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading successful ISO 9001 implementation, certification, or surveillance audits.
• Experience in metal fabrication, welding, forming, machining, assembly, or other industrial manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of ASME Section IX welding procedures and welder qualifications.
• Experience with supplier quality, customer quality, and manufacturing process quality.
• Experience applying tools such as root cause analysis, 8D, CAPA, FMEA, control plans, Statistical Process Control, and Measurement System Analysis.
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience.
• Experience building, leading, and developing a Quality team.
• Demonstrated ability to balance strategic leadership with hands‑on execution.

What You Can Expect

• The opportunity to shape the Quality function of a new manufacturing operation.
• Meaningful influence over the systems, standards, talent, and culture of the facility.
• High visibility and regular collaboration with plant leadership and cross‑functional teams.
• A dynamic environment where initiative, ownership, and problem‑solving can create significant value.
• Opportunities to develop professionally while helping establish the foundation for the facility’s long‑term success.

Who We Are

Koch Engineered Solutions is a dynamic network of businesses that combines specialized expertise to improve operational efficiency, enhance safety, reduce waste, and reduce emissions.

At Koch, employees are empowered to apply their knowledge, challenge the status quo, and find new ways to create value. Our business philosophy provides an environment where individuals can contribute, grow, and realize their potential.