Manufacturing Quality Leader

Actalent; Bedford (Bedford County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits package

Life insurance

AD&D coverage

HSA/FSA options

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Quality Manager to lead the quality management system for its Bedford, PA operations. You will build and guide a high-performing quality team, ensure compliance with standardized requirements, and drive continuous improvement across processes in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

The role requires seven+ years in quality or closely related field, with manufacturing exposure and strong problem-solving and collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, operations, quality, or a related field.
• ASQ certification preferred.
• Experience working in a machine shop or similar manufacturing setting with customized or specialized work.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions.
• Comfort working in a mid-sized organization where responsibilities are broad and workdays are varied and unique.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the quality management system for assigned locations to ensure full compliance with standardized requirements and industry best practices.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing quality team, setting clear goals, providing coaching, and supporting professional growth.
• Design, implement, and lead continuous improvement programs focused on enhancing product quality, process efficiency, and overall operational performance.
• Plan, coordinate, and support internal and external quality audits, ensuring readiness, effective execution, and timely closure of findings.
• Use root cause analysis methods to investigate quality issues, identify underlying causes, and implement sustainable corrective and preventive actions.
• Collaborate closely with manufacturing, engineering, operations, and other functions to integrate quality standards into daily operations and new initiatives.
• Establish, monitor, and report on quality metrics and key performance indicators to track performance and drive data-based decision making.
• Make sound, timely decisions on quality-related matters, balancing customer requirements, operational constraints, and long-term business objectives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to promote trust, transparency, and alignment on quality expectations.
• Promote a continuous improvement mindset across the organization by sharing best practices, facilitating problem-solving sessions, and encouraging employee involvement in quality initiatives.

Skills

Quality management

Root cause analysis

Leadership

Continuous improvement

Quality systems

Manufacturing experience

Data-driven decisions

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/related field

ASQ Certification preferred

Experience in machine shop/manufacturing setting

Tools

Quality management practices

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Quality Manager to lead the quality management system for its Bedford, PA operations. You will build and guide a high-performing quality team, ensure compliance with standardized requirements, and drive continuous improvement across processes in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

The role requires seven+ years in quality or closely related field, with manufacturing exposure and strong problem-solving and collaboration skills.