AS9100 Quality Leader | QMS & Continuous Improvement

The Keystone Distinction Group; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Keystone Distinction Group is seeking a Quality Manager in Dubuque, IA to own the Quality Management System, drive AS9100 compliance and lead corrective actions across production and administrative processes.

You will perform internal and external audits, coordinate PPAPs and first article inspections, and mentor teams on quality standards to protect product quality and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• AS9100 awareness and QMS ownership are required.
• Experience leading internal audits and coordinating supplier, customer and registrar audits.
• Strong track record in implementing corrective actions (8D, CARs, SCARs) and driving quality improvements.

Responsibilities

• Own and maintain the AS9100 Quality Management System and ensure compliance.
• Lead internal audits and coordinate external audits including customer and registrar audits.
• Monitor quality performance and address issues impacting product quality in real time.
• Communicate quality performance, risks and significant issues to leadership in a timely manner.
• Perform hands-on inspection of parts to verify quality standards and reinforce expectations.
• Coach and train production personnel to improve quality awareness and execution.
• Lead corrective actions across departments ensuring timely completion and effectiveness.
• Serve as primary contact for customer quality issues and responses.
• Oversee supplier performance including quality, CAPAs and on-time delivery.

Skills

QMS ownership

Audits

Corrective actions

Leadership

Supplier quality

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

The Keystone Distinction Group is seeking a Quality Manager in Dubuque, IA to own the Quality Management System, drive AS9100 compliance and lead corrective actions across production and administrative processes.

You will perform internal and external audits, coordinate PPAPs and first article inspections, and mentor teams on quality standards to protect product quality and customer satisfaction.