Manufacturing Quality Manager

Randstad USA; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

Randstad USA in Davis, California, is seeking a Manufacturing Quality Manager to own the Quality Control operations, ensuring high-throughput production meets stringent standards.

You will coach the QC team, drive root-cause CAPA initiatives, and collaborate with engineering, production, and operations to refine processes that impact delivery, quality, and safety. A strong engineering background and proven leadership are required for this pivotal role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing quality management.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience leading QC teams and CAPA initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Own quality control operations and inspection schedules.
• Lead QC and assembly teams and mentor staff.
• Drive root-cause analysis and CAPA initiatives.
• Optimize processes to maximize throughput while maintaining safety and standards.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and operations on improvement projects.
• Maintain calibration, QC procedures, and compliance with tool inspection standards.

Skills

Quality Control

Leadership

CAPA

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Summary

Are you a data-driven leader who thrives on turning precision engineering into flawless execution? We're looking for a visionary Manufacturing Quality Manager to take full ownership of our Quality Control operations, driving high-throughput assembly without ever compromising on standard or safety. In this high-impact role, you won't just manage inspection schedules, you'll coach a top-tier QC team, champion root-cause CAPA initiatives, and partner cross-functionally to refine processes that directly dictate our bottom line. If you have a background in engineering, proven leadership chops, and a passion for machine tool perfection, come build the future of our manufacturing excellence with us.

Job Details

• location: Davis, California
• job type: Permanent
• salary: $100,000 - 125,000 per year
• work hours: 8am to 4pm
• education: Bachelors

Responsibilities

• Operational & Shipment Oversight: Take full ownership of product quality, inspection schedules, and final shipment readiness to ensure machines meet all specifications and delivery targets.
• Team Leadership & Performance: Direct and mentor Quality Control and assembly teams; set clear expectations for productivity, safety, and performance while driving continuous skill development.
• Process Optimization & Efficiency: Manage resource allocation, staffing, and status tracking to maximize inspection productivity and maintain steady throughput.
• Quality Assurance & CAPA: Lead root-cause analysis and Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) initiatives to eliminate execution gaps and prevent issue recurrence.
• Standard Work & Training: Create comprehensive training plans and coach standard work procedures to guarantee consistent, high-standard execution across all shifts.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with engineering, production, and operations teams to champion continuous improvement projects and streamline workflows.
• Compliance & Documentation: Maintain equipment calibration, update QC procedures, and ensure strict compliance with international machine tool inspection standards and accurate record-keeping.

Qualifications

• Experience level: Manager
• Minimum 5 years of experience
• Education: Bachelors

Skills

• Manufacturing

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  Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

  This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

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