Quality Assurance Manager

Protouch Staffing; Itasca (IL); Presencial; USD 90 000 - 120 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Employer-paid medical insurance

Family medical coverage after period

Annual holiday bonus program

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Long-term career development

Resumo da oferta

Protouch Staffing is seeking a hands-on Quality Assurance Manager to lead the quality function in a precision manufacturing environment. You will maintain the Quality Management System, ensure compliance with quality standards, and drive continuous improvement across operations.

The QA Manager will coordinate with production, engineering, suppliers, customers, and leadership to maintain product quality and meet customer specifications and industry requirements.

Qualificações

• Experience leading quality teams in manufacturing environments.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 QMS and audit requirements.
• Hands-on experience with PPAP submissions and 8D problem solving.

Responsabilidades

• Own, maintain, and improve the ISO 9001 Quality Management System.
• Plan and lead internal and external quality audits.
• Manage corrective and preventive actions and root cause analysis.
• Apply 8D methodologies to resolve quality issues and drive CAPAs.
• Manage Production Part Approval Process submissions (Level 3/4).
• Review engineering drawings, specs, metrology data, and inspection results.
• Collaborate with production and engineering to improve quality and efficiency.
• Train employees on quality standards and inspections.
• Support supplier quality management and supplier corrective actions.
• Address customer quality concerns and drive quality initiatives.
• Promote accountability and continuous improvement in quality procedures.

Conhecimentos

Leadership

Audits

Quality Systems

Problem Solving

Communication

Ferramentas

PPAP submissions

8D problem solving

Metrology analysis

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Post Summary

Seeking a hands-on Quality Assurance Manager to lead the quality function within a precision manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for maintaining the Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with applicable quality standards, managing audits and corrective actions, and driving continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.

Job Title

Quality Assurance Manager

Job Post Summary

Seeking a hands-on Quality Assurance Manager to lead the quality function within a precision manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for maintaining the Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with applicable quality standards, managing audits and corrective actions, and driving continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.

The Quality Assurance Manager will work closely with production, engineering, suppliers, customers, and company leadership to maintain product quality, improve operational efficiency, and ensure compliance with customer specifications and industry requirements.

Job Roles And Responsibilities

• Own, maintain, and continuously improve the ISO 9001 Quality Management System.


• Plan, coordinate, and lead internal and external quality audits.


• Manage corrective and preventive actions, root cause analysis, and nonconformance resolution.


• Apply 8D problem-solving methodologies and Corrective Action Report processes to resolve quality issues.


• Manage Production Part Approval Process submissions, including Level 3 and Level 4 requirements where applicable.


• Review engineering drawings, technical specifications, metrology data, and inspection results.


• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to improve manufacturing quality and process efficiency.


• Train employees on quality standards, procedures, inspection methods, and best practices.


• Support supplier quality management and supplier corrective actions.


• Address customer quality concerns and support customer-facing quality initiatives.


• Promote accountability, continuous improvement, and consistent adherence to quality procedures.

Qualifications And Certifications

• Experience in a Quality Assurance Manager, Quality Manager, Quality Supervisor, Head of Quality, or comparable manufacturing quality leadership role.


• Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems and audit requirements.


• Hands-on experience with PPAP submissions, particularly Level 3 and Level 4.


• Practical knowledge of 8D problem solving, root cause analysis, and Corrective Action Reports.


• Experience with metrology, dimensional inspection, measurement systems, and interpretation of technical drawings.


• Manufacturing experience in precision tooling, machining, metal fabrication, engineered products, automotive, aerospace, or industrial manufacturing.


• Ability to lead quality initiatives and influence production, engineering, suppliers, and customers.


• Strong communication, problem-solving, organizational, and leadership skills.

Benefits

• Employer-paid medical insurance for employees.


• Family medical coverage eligibility after the specified employment period.


• Annual holiday bonus program.


• Dental and vision insurance.


• 401(k) retirement plan.


• Long-term career development opportunities within an established manufacturing organization.