Director of Quality - CNC Machining

Laborup; San Jose (CA); Sur place; USD 120 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Performance-Based Bonus

Résumé du poste

Laborup is seeking an experienced Director of Quality to lead our quality operations and support expansion into aerospace and defense industries. This hands-on leadership role requires a strong background in precision CNC machining, AS9100 quality systems, and ongoing process improvement.

The ideal candidate will build a proactive quality culture focused on defect prevention and effective inspections. The role leads a team across Quality Control, Metrology, and calibration, driving audits,

Qualifications

• 10+ years of manufacturing quality experience with 5+ years in leadership.
• Strong background in precision CNC machining and aerospace/defense manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001, and AS9102.
• Strong understanding of GD&T, CMM inspection, metrology, and manufacturing processes.

Responsabilités

• Lead Quality Control, Inspection, Metrology, Calibration, and Quality Systems.
• Oversee AS9100/ISO 9001 compliance, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage inspection processes, CMM operations, First Article Inspections, and product conformity.
• Drive root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and reductions in scrap and rework.
• Develop and mentor quality personnel while establishing clear performance expectations.
• Partner with Manufacturing and Engineering to improve quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
• Oversee customer quality requirements, supplier quality, and material traceability.

Connaissances

Quality leadership

CNC machining

Aerospace/defense

AS9100/ISO9001

GD&T / CMM

QMS & audits

Root cause analysis

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Quality/Manufacturing

Outils

CMM

Description du poste

We're partnering with a growing, high-end precision manufacturer to hire an experienced Director of Quality to lead quality operations and support continued expansion into the aerospace and defense industries.

This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for someone with a strong background in precision CNC machining, AS9100 quality systems, and manufacturing process improvement.

The ideal candidate can lead a quality team, strengthen inspection and compliance processes, and build a proactive quality culture focused on preventing defects rather than simply identifying them.

Compensation: $120,000–$130,000 + Performance Bonus

Shift: 2nd Shift

Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

Responsibilities:

• Lead Quality Control, Inspection, Metrology, Calibration, and Quality Systems.
• Oversee AS9100/ISO 9001 compliance, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage inspection processes, CMM operations, First Article Inspections, and product conformity.
• Drive root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and reductions in scrap and rework.
• Develop and mentor quality personnel while establishing clear performance expectations.
• Partner with Manufacturing and Engineering to improve quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
• Oversee customer quality requirements, supplier quality, and material traceability.

• 10+ years of manufacturing quality experience, including 5+ years in leadership.
• Strong background in precision CNC machining and aerospace/defense manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001, and AS9102.
• Experience managing Quality Management Systems, audits, inspections, and corrective actions.
• Strong understanding of GD&T, CMM inspection, metrology, and manufacturing processes.
• Proven ability to lead teams and implement sustainable process improvements.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related field.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off
• Performance-Based Bonus