Quality Assurance Manager

Exemplar Global; Itasca (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid medical

Family medical after 2 years

Christmas bonus program

Career growth in family-owned

Job summary

Major Die & Engineering Co. in Itasca, IL seeks a hands-on Quality Assurance Manager to lead the quality function and drive operational excellence.

This role collaborates with ownership, production, engineering, suppliers, and customers to ensure products meet the highest standards. You will own the ISO 9001 QMS, lead audits, manage PPAP submissions, and mentor the team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading quality in manufacturing.
• Hands-on with ISO 9001 systems and audits.
• PPAP Level 3/4 submissions experience.
• Familiar with 8D problem solving and CARs.
• Strong metrology and drawing interpretation.
• Industrial tooling/manufacturing background.

Responsibilities

• Own and maintain the ISO 9001 Quality Management System.
• Lead internal and external audits, CAPAs, and continuous improvement.
• Drive 8D problem solving and CAR processes.
• Manage PPAP submissions and customer quality requirements.
• Review drawings, specs, metrology data, and inspection results.
• Collaborate with production and engineering to improve quality and efficiency.
• Train team on quality standards and procedures.
• Support supplier quality and customer-facing quality initiatives.

Skills

ISO 9001

PPAP Level 3/4

8D Problem Solving

CARs

Metrology

Reading Drawings

Leadership

Job description

Quality Assurance Manager / Head of Quality

Major Die & Engineering Co. | Itasca, IL | Onsite

Major Die & Engineering Co. has been a trusted manufacturing partner for more than 70 years, delivering precision tooling and engineered solutions to industrial customers nationwide. As we continue supporting a growing customer base, we're seeking a hands‑on Quality Assurance Manager to lead our quality function and help drive operational excellence.

This is a highly visible leadership opportunity where you'll work directly with ownership, production, engineering, suppliers, and customers to ensure products consistently meet the highest quality standards.

What You'll Do

• Own and maintain the ISO 9001 Quality Management System
• Lead internal and external audits, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Drive root cause analysis and resolution of quality issues using 8D methodologies and CAR processes
• Manage PPAP submissions and customer quality requirements
• Review technical drawings, specifications, metrology data, and inspection results
• Partner closely with production and engineering teams to improve quality and efficiency
• Train team members on quality standards, procedures, and best practices
• Support supplier quality and customer-facing quality initiatives

What We're Looking For

• Experience in a Quality Manager, Quality Assurance Manager, Head of Quality, Quality Supervisor, or related manufacturing quality leadership role
• Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001 systems and audits
• Experience with PPAP Level 3/4 submissions
• Familiarity with 8D problem solving and Corrective Action Reports (CARs)
• Knowledge of metrology, inspection processes, and reading technical drawings
• Manufacturing experience in tooling, machining, metal fabrication, engineered products, automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturing, or related environments
• Leadership mindset with the ability to influence teams and drive accountability

Compensation & Benefits

• $30-$40/hour DOE
• 100% employer-paid medical coverage for employees
• Family medical coverage after two years
• Annual Christmas bonus program
• Long-term career growth with a stable, family-owned organization

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