Manufacturing Quality Leader — Lean, CAPA & Safety

Associated Materials Innovations; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Associated Materials is seeking a Quality Supervisor to oversee day‑to‑day quality operations, drive Lean initiatives, and uphold ISO 9001 standards. You will lead a frontline team, coordinate with Production, Maintenance, Engineering, and Supply Chain, and ensure customer requirements are met.

You will set goals, remove obstacles, and hold the team accountable for results while promoting a safety‑first, quality‑always culture across shifts.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in quality or manufacturing.
• 2+ years of people leadership in a plant environment.
• Proficient with SPC, gauge R&R, capability studies, control plans, PFMEA, and problem‑solving tools (8D, DMAIC, 5 Whys).
• Bachelor's in engineering or related field.
• ASQ certifications or Lean Six Sigma Green Belt.
• Experience with layered process audits (LPA) and visual management.
• Safety‑First Mindset and strong communication skills.
• Willingness to work off‑shifts or weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily quality control activities and inspections.
• Maintain ISO 9001 compliance and support audits.
• Own NCRs, MRB decisions, and product hold/release processes.
• Lead RCA and CAPA; drive corrective/preventive actions with cross‑functional teams.
• Lead a team of 6–15 Quality Technicians across shifts.
• Coach technicians on defect detection and problem solving.
• Track KPIs and report to leadership; support PFMEA maintenance.

Skills

SPC

Gauge R&R

Capability studies

Control plans

PFMEA

Problem-solving

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelors in Engineering

Tools

QMS

MES/ERP

LIMS

Job description

Associated Materials is seeking a Quality Supervisor to oversee day‑to‑day quality operations, drive Lean initiatives, and uphold ISO 9001 standards. You will lead a frontline team, coordinate with Production, Maintenance, Engineering, and Supply Chain, and ensure customer requirements are met.

You will set goals, remove obstacles, and hold the team accountable for results while promoting a safety‑first, quality‑always culture across shifts.