Quality Assurance Manager

TES Recruiting; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

PTO

Bonus opportunities

Leadership and career growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Duluth, Georgia, is seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Manager to lead and maintain ISO 9001 compliance. You'll oversee supplier quality, product inspections, and process improvements. The ideal candidate will hold a BS in Engineering and have hands-on experience with quality management systems. Join a culture of excellence with competitive benefits and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with quality management systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of welding processes, coatings, and fabrication standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enforce the Quality Management System in compliance with ISO 9001.
• Oversee incoming material inspections and manage quality compliance.

Skills

Quality management systems

ISO 9001 compliance

Welding processes

Problem-solving skills

Leadership skills

Education

BS in Engineering or relevant technical degree

Tools

CWI (Certified Welding Inspector)

CQE (Certified Quality Engineer)

Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma certification

Job description

Direct Hire Opening – with excellent benefits, 410k match, PTO, bonus etc.

Summary:

We’re seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Manager to lead and maintain our ISO 9001-compliant Quality Management System (QMS). In this role, you will oversee supplier quality, product inspections, compliance, and process improvements to ensure our manufacturing operations meet the highest standards. You will work closely with cross‑functional teams, suppliers, and leadership to drive a culture of quality excellence.

Duties / Responsibilities:

Quality Management & Compliance

• Develop, maintain, and enforce the Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with ISO 9001
• Maintain material test reports (MTRs), certificates of conformance (COCs), and customer‑required documentation
• Oversee instrument testing and calibration programs
• Lead the Supplier Management Program, ensuring supplier quality compliance
• Work with purchasing to qualify and manage suppliers, resolving quality issues
• Oversee incoming material inspections and manage outside processing (OP) inspections

Production Quality & Process Control

• Support production teams with quality assurance and process improvements
• Conduct in‑process inspections including dimensional verification, weld inspections, and coating inspections
• Perform or oversee non‑destructive testing (NDT) when required
• Manage product testing, audits, and release approvals
• Manage and develop the Quality Assurance team, ensuring high performance
• Lead training and certification of QA personnel and facility welders
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for quality and process optimization

Qualifications:

• BS in Engineering or other relevant technical degree OR equivalent work experience in manufacturing/metal fabrication
• Hands‑on experience with quality management systems in a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of welding processes, coatings, and fabrication standards

Technical Skills & Certifications (Preferred)

• CWI (Certified Welding Inspector) – AWS/ASME
• CQE (Certified Quality Engineer) – ASQ or equivalent
• Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma certification
• Knowledge of ASTM, AWWA, and AWS/ASME welding codes
• Experience with liquid and powder coatings

Soft Skills

• Strong problem‑solving and leadership skills
• Ability to work independently with initiative and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across teams

Why Join Us?

Competitive salary and benefits

• Leadership and Career growth opportunities in a leading manufacturing company
• A culture of teamwork, innovation, and excellence