Quality Assurance Lead – Manufacturing & Audits

Modineer Company; Maplewood Heights (PA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Modineer-Pulverman is seeking a Quality Manager to lead all quality functions in a manufacturing setting. This full-time role focuses on driving quality systems, audits, supplier quality, and new part launches with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years in a leadership role, automotive exposure preferred, and strong knowledge of PPAP/APQP, GD&T, SPC, MSA, and Kaizen/Lean methods, with ERP/MRP proficiency.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of progressive leadership/management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Tier 1 or Tier 2 automotive management experience is a plus.
• Ability to lead and influence others to achieve targets in a diverse work environment.
• In-depth knowledge of PPAP Process, APQP documentation, GD& T, MSA, SPC, SPK, CMM Measurement reading, Kaizen & Lean manufacturing Techniques
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP Systems, Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Comfortable with spending at least half of your day out on the production floor.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills, with the ability to balance production and quality needs.
• Must demonstrate regular and predictable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Directs and provides guidance for all Quality functions within Modineer-Pulverman.
• Lead all members of quality team to ensure effectiveness and promote development.
• Develop schedule of internal quality audits within department.
• Promote and execute quality standards, inspection processes, and test methodology, quality plans, documents and reports.
• Lead corrective action teams for root cause analysis and implementation and verification of actions.
• Conduct proactive trainings on issues or risks identified before an issue occurs.
• Oversee customer interactions regarding quality complaints, issues, and audits.
• Inspect incoming products, enforce quality expectations with suppliers, and conduct audits.
• Champion external audits as necessary to maintain all required certifications.
• Manage QMS System for thorough problem tracking, data analysis, and improvement identification.
• Maintain all quality records and documentation in accordance with the quality manual and specific customer requirements.
• Ensure successful new part launches on time with support from Program Management.
• Report Quality Metrics monthly to management team.
• Maintain calibration records for mechanical and electrical test equipment within the department.
• Effectively interact with employees across all levels of the organization.

Skills

Quality leadership

On-floor presence

Data analysis

Problem solving

Communication

Tools

ERP/MRP Systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Modineer-Pulverman is seeking a Quality Manager to lead all quality functions in a manufacturing setting. This full-time role focuses on driving quality systems, audits, supplier quality, and new part launches with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years in a leadership role, automotive exposure preferred, and strong knowledge of PPAP/APQP, GD&T, SPC, MSA, and Kaizen/Lean methods, with ERP/MRP proficiency.