Manager, Quality Control

Chemring Energetic Devices; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 102,500 - 138,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

9/80 work schedule

Job summary

Chemring Energetic Devices is seeking a Manager, Quality Control Manager (QCM) in Downers Grove, IL. The role oversees company‑wide inspection processes, ensures quality and regulatory compliance, and leads audits and corrective actions.

Salary ranges from $102,500 to $138,500 with a comprehensive benefits package and a 9/80 work schedule. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s in engineering or business, 5+ years in QC/inspection, and 3+ years of supervisory experience, with ITAR compliance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business (or equivalent).
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in Quality Control/Inspection in manufacturing.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience.
• Must be a lawful US person (ITAR) and eligible to possess explosives under the Safe Explosives Act for all employees.

Responsibilities

• Manage day‑to‑day operations of the Quality Assurance Inspection department and ensure accuracy and safety.
• Plan and schedule work to meet business needs and on‑time delivery.
• Ensure compliance with the QMS for delegated responsibilities.
• Develop priorities and allocate resources to meet goals.
• Maintain cross‑training and readiness within the department.
• Oversee non‑conforming materials handling and CAR processes.
• Lead calibration processes and interface with multiple departments.
• Monitor KPIs and drive corrective actions for deviations.

Skills

Quality leadership

GD&T ASME Y14.5

Blueprint reading

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Problem solving

Team coaching

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft D365

Job description

As Chemring Energetic Devices (CED) celebrates 50 years of building products that protect our country, safeguard the individual warfighter, and send rockets into outer space, our growth is creating new opportunities to expand our team with talented individuals who want to shape the next era of mission‑critical innovation.

CED is well situated in Downers Grove, Illinois – located a commuter train ride west of Chicago and a short drive from farmland.

CED’s current salary range for this role is $102,500 to $138,500 per year. Compensation may vary based on education, skills, experience, performance, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, the total package may include participation in a bonus, commission or incentive program. CED’s benefit offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, parental leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages. CED follows a 9/80 work schedule, allowing employees to enjoy alternating Fridays off.

Job Summary

The Manager, Quality Control Manager (QCM) holds accountability and responsibility to ensure that CED’s company‑wide inspection processes meet quality standards, customer expectations, and regulatory requirements. Working with Quality Inspection Leads, the QCM develops and oversees quality processes, ensures work is completed per schedule, leads inspections and audits, analyzes quality data, and implements corrective actions to improve performance. The QCM holds accountability for assigned personnel to be competently trained and continue the development of staff.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Manage the day‑to‑day operations of CED’s Quality Assurance Inspection department; hold full accountability for accuracy of work and safe and efficient operational outputs as predicated by company policy
• Direct the planning and scheduling of work to be performed to meet business needs, manufacturing schedules and on‑time delivery to the customer
• Ensure compliance with the Quality Management System (QMS) for delegated and designated responsibilities
• Establish priorities and allocate resources as required to accomplish all Inspection department goals
• Ensure a high level of skills, competency and cross‑training within the department for maximum flexibility
• Ensure segregation and disposition of non‑conforming materials outside the Inspection team
• Ensure the team has the correct tools, systems and instruction to perform duties to a high degree of accuracy, completeness and compliance
• Manage employee performance by providing routine feedback to Inspection Lead(s) and assigned team members
• Manage the Non‑conforming Reports process as related to non‑conforming materials; ensure material custody transfer are complete per policy requirements
• Lead the Corrective Action Response (CAR) process for assigned / delegated responsibilities
• Hold ownership of CED’s calibration process and outcomes
• Effectively interface directly with various departments including Program Management, Engineering, Contracts and Manufacturing to be the subject matter expert in resolution of quality control questions and concerns
• Monitor and report on assigned KPI’s; recommend and implement corrective actions for identified deviations
• Work with manufacturing, supply chain, engineering and management staff on programs and procedures

Other Job Functions

• Comply with government and corporate laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures
• Ensure 100% compliance with the Chemring Operational Framework, Code of Conduct and U.S. Code of Ethics and Business Conduct
• Other duties / responsibilities as assigned by leadership

Supervisory Responsibility

Directly supervise Quality Inspection Leads and their assigned personnel.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in Quality Control / Inspection within a manufacturing environment; experience within the Aerospace & Defense industry is highly preferred
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience

Skills and Qualifications

• Lawful US person (ITAR restriction)
• Must be eligible to possess explosives under the Safe Explosives Act of 2003 (as amended) as required by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) for all employees of Chemring Energetic Devices
• Effectively work in an environment of shifting priorities
• Extensive working knowledge of GD&T per ASME Y14.5; ability to read blueprints and drawings
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, influencing, team leadership, and organizational skills
• Excellent critical‑thinking skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Professional written and verbal communication skills
• High degree of integrity and trustworthiness
• Experience with ERP systems; Microsoft D365 experience preferred
• Solid proficiency in Microsoft applications/software

Physical Requirements

Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise moving objects weighing up to 25 pounds occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of weight frequently. Must be able to pass vision requirements based on contracting requirement. Involves sitting, standing and walking throughout the day. Extensive and routine use of a computer and some extended periods of sitting at a desk.

DISCLAIMER

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential job functions of this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Employees will be expected to perform other job functions and duties as may be needed and/or required.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Chemring Energetic Devices (CED) is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

CED is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] or call [phone] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.