Hands-On Quality & Compliance Leader | QMS, ITAR/DFARS

Wisconsin Metal Parts LLC; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Generous vacation up to 5 weeks

Floating PTO and paid holidays

Jury duty PTO

Wellness program

Job summary

Wisconsin Metal Parts LLC is seeking a dedicated Quality & Compliance Manager to own and drive the full Quality Management System, ensure rigorous compliance with ITAR/DFARS, and lead a hands-on quality team in a precision metals environment.

You will develop, implement, and maintain quality processes, lead continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborate across manufacturing, operations, and suppliers to sustain high standards and growth.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a Quality Management role in a precision metals environment.
• Strong blueprint reading abilities with GD&T knowledge.
• Experience with bench and hand measurement equipment (CMM, calipers, height stand, gages).
• Knowledge of ITAR & DFARS compliance; CMMC exposure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the quality control/inspection and quality engineering team.
• Own proactive Quality Planning and Assurance for the entire QMS.
• Develop and apply APQP, PPAP, and ISO standards & compliance.
• Manage QOPs and DWI's; ensure compliance with Federal contracting reviews including ITAR/DFARS.
• Assist in CMMC Project oversight; lead calibration systems and inspection processes.
• Drive continuous improvement and oversee corrective actions, ECN, RMA, and PPAP processes.
• Provide hands-on support to prepare inspection documents and maintain calibration systems.
• Lead the company Continuous Improvement program and safety initiatives.
• Identify training needs in quality processes and safety; ensure delivery.

Skills

Quality management

GD&T

Problem solving

Communication

Leadership

Independent worker

Compliance ITAR/DFARS

Blueprint reading

Education

Quality or Engineering degree

Tools

CMM

Visual inspection systems

Calipers

Height gauge

Gages

Job description

Wisconsin Metal Parts LLC is seeking a dedicated Quality & Compliance Manager to own and drive the full Quality Management System, ensure rigorous compliance with ITAR/DFARS, and lead a hands-on quality team in a precision metals environment.

You will develop, implement, and maintain quality processes, lead continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborate across manufacturing, operations, and suppliers to sustain high standards and growth.