Quality Assurance Manager

M-Works Search; Illinois; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Company paid Short Term Disability and basic life insurance

Profit sharing plan

Annual bonus opportunity

Job summary

A manufacturing solutions provider is seeking a Quality Manager to enhance product reliability and ensure compliance within a corporate manufacturing facility. The role includes developing inspection standards, managing internal audits, and leading improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates should have 5+ years of experience in quality engineering, a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, and familiarity with ISO standards. This position offers a competitive salary of $80,000–$100,000 and potential bonuses, along with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of applied quality engineering experience.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 and AAR M-1003 systems.
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement product inspection standards and quality workflows.
• Evaluate vendor quality systems and manage corrective actions.
• Manage internal quality audit programs.
• Lead continuous improvement and quality-driven projects.

Skills

Quality engineering experience

ISO 9001

AAR M-1003 systems

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher preferred)

Problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency with MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Job description

Quality Manager / Manufacturing Quality Manager

Join a dynamic team where precision, safety, and continuous improvement shape every decision.

Our client, a manufacturer of engineered industrial systems, is seeking a Quality Manager to play a critical role in advancing product reliability, vendor quality, and internal compliance.

This is a highly visible opportunity with advancement potential and involvement in impactful change and improvement initiatives within the corporate manufacturing facility.

Why You Should Apply

• Base salary: $80,000–$100,000 depending on experience.
• Target 10% annual bonus opportunity.
• Profit sharing plan.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Company paid Short Term Disability and basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Travel up to 30% provides variety and visibility.
• Opportunities for advancement in a stable and established company.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Develop and implement product inspection standards and quality workflows.
• Evaluate vendor quality systems and manage corrective actions.
• Manage internal quality audit programs.
• Participate in and lead elements of change management processes.
• Determine needs for First Article Inspection Requests (FAIR) and manage execution.li>
• Document and improve work processes and inspection criteria.
• Coordinate training for quality tools and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage non-compliance investigations and drive corrective action.
• Lead continuous improvement and quality-driven projects.

About You

• Be able to do the job as described.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of applied quality engineering experience.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 and AAR M-1003 systems.
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher preferred).
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office and quality system documentation.
• Able to travel up to 30%.

How To Apply

• We’d love to see your resume, but we don’t need it to have a conversation. Send us an email to [e-mail] and tell us why you’re interested. Or, if you do have a resume ready, apply here.