Manager - Manufacturing Quality

Csidesigns; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Growth-focused culture

Tuition reimbursement and continuing-

Job summary

CSI is seeking a hands-on Manager - Manufacturing Quality in Springfield, MO to lead the Manufacturing Quality team and ensure products meet customer specifications and industry standards. You will oversee inspections across receiving, fabrication, assembly, testing, and final verification, while ensuring welding qualifications and code compliance.

The role requires strong leadership, deep ASME Section IX knowledge, and collaboration with Production, Engineering, Project Management, Sales, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of manufacturing quality, fabrication, inspection, or welding experience.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory or management experience leading quality personnel.
• Experience in Engineer-to-Order (ETO) environments and custom-fabricated equipment manufacturing.
• Experience with stainless steel process piping, welded assemblies, pressure piping, skids, or similar equipment.
• Advanced knowledge of ASME Section IX and welding qualifications (WPS, PQR, WPQ, welder continuity, and qualification maintenance).
• Working knowledge of ASME B31.3 and ASME BPE; familiarity with 3-A Standards and customer-specific requirements.
• Associate degree in technical, manufacturing, welding, engineering, or quality-related discipline preferred.
• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) and ASNT Level II Visual Inspection certification preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and related business software.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop Manufacturing Quality personnel, including Level II Inspectors and other inspection staff.
• Prioritize and oversee incoming, in-process, final, and FAT inspections to meet production schedules and customer requirements.
• Review inspection reports, material examination records, weld documentation, and turnover packages to ensure accuracy and traceability.
• Manage manufacturing nonconformances, containment, root-cause investigations, and corrective and preventive actions to reduce defects, rework, and scrap.
• Serve as the technical resource for welding and fabrication quality, including ASME Section IX, WPS, PQR, WPQ, welder continuity, qualification ranges, and code compliance.
• Partner with Production, Engineering, Project Management, Sales, suppliers, and customers to resolve quality issues and support project execution, customer inspections, and FAT activities.
• Maintain oversight of material traceability, dimensional and weld inspection, PMI testing, surface-finish inspection, calibration, and quality records; use CSI’s ERP system to track and analyze quality data.
• Identify and implement improvements to inspection methods, quality verification, manufacturing consistency, and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Quality leadership

People management

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree in technical/quality field

AWS CWI certification

ASNT Level II Visual Inspection

Tools

ERP system

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Pay: Commensurate with Experience & Knowledge

Location: Springfield, MO

CSI is looking for an experienced manufacturing quality leader to join our team as Manager - Manufacturing Quality. This role leads the Manufacturing Quality team and helps ensure CSI products meet customer specifications, company quality requirements, and applicable industry standards.

Working closely with Production, Engineering, Project Management, Suppliers, and Customers, the Manager - Manufacturing Quality oversees inspection and verification throughout receiving, fabrication, assembly, testing, and final inspection. This position is also CSI’s primary manufacturing quality resource for welding and fabrication compliance, including ASME Section IX welding qualification requirements.

About CSI

CSI provides state-of-the-art stainless-steel process equipment and service for manufacturers in the food, dairy, beverage, pharmaceutical, and personal care industries.

We are a growing company built on teamwork, continuous learning, and exceptional customer service. Our employees are our greatest resource, and we invest in their development through training, collaboration, and opportunities to grow.

What You’ll Do

• Lead, coach, and develop Manufacturing Quality personnel, including Level II Inspectors and other inspection staff
• Prioritize and oversee incoming, in-process, final, and Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) inspections to meet production schedules and customer requirements
• Review inspection reports, material examination records, weld documentation, and turnover packages to ensure accuracy and traceability
• Manage manufacturing nonconformances, containment, root-cause investigations, and corrective and preventive actions to reduce defects, rework, and scrap
• Serve as the technical resource for welding and fabrication quality, including ASME Section IX, WPS, PQR, WPQ, welder continuity, qualification ranges, and code compliance
• Partner with Production, Engineering, Project Management, Sales, suppliers, and customers to resolve quality issues and support project execution, customer inspections, and FAT activities
• Maintain oversight of material traceability, dimensional and weld inspection, PMI testing, surface-finish inspection, calibration, and quality records; use CSI’s ERP system to track and analyze quality data
• Identif y and implement improvements to inspection methods, quality verification, manufacturing consistency, and customer satisfaction

Who This is For

You’re a hands-on quality leader who combines technical expertise with sound judgment, clear communication, and a commitment to developing people.

• Experienced in custom-fabricated, Engineer-to-Order (ETO) manufacturing environments
• Comfortable leading quality personnel while maintaining a strong presence on the manufacturing floor
• Skilled at interpreting customer specifications, fabrication drawings, weld documentation, and applicable industry codes
• Able to investigate complex quality issues, determine root causes, and drive effective corrective actions
• Collaborative and accountable, with a focus on customer requirements, quality ownership, and continuous improvement

Education/Experience

• Minimum 7 years of manufacturing quality, fabrication, inspection, or welding experience
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory or management experience leading quality personnel
• Required experience in Engineer-to-Order (ETO) environments and custom-fabricated equipment manufacturing
• Experience with stainless steel process piping, welded assemblies, pressure piping, skids, or similar custom process equipment
• Advanced knowledge of ASME Section IX and welding qualifications, including WPS, PQR, WPQ, welder continuity, and qualification maintenance
• Working knowledge of ASME B31.3 and ASME BPE; familiarity with 3-A Standards and customer-specific requirements
• Associate degree in a technical, manufacturing, welding, engineering, or quality-related discipline preferred
• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) and ASNT Level II Visual Inspection certification preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and related business software

Why Join CSI?

• Competitive compensation
• Growth-focused, team-oriented culture

CSI offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Health and wellness benefits
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support
• Opportunities for internal career advancement
• Company lunches, team events, and community volunteer opportunities

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

This position works in both office and manufacturing environments and requires regular interaction with employees and cross-functional teams. The role may involve frequent bending, kneeling, and stooping; lifting or moving items up to 75 pounds with assistance; and exposure to temperature extremes, dust, noise, and power tools. Required personal protective equipment must be worn as applicable.

CSI provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CSI is committed to equal opportunity employment. We select candidates based on their ability to perform the work in a competent and professional manner and do not discriminate based on age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. CSI participates in E-Verify.