Quality Assurance Manager

EMIT Technologies, Inc.; Nebraska; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

EMIT Technologies, Inc. is seeking a hands-on QA Manager to oversee quality control at our Nebraska manufacturing facility. You will ensure products meet specs, lead investigations of issues, and drive improvements to reduce defects and scrap.

You will manage the QA team, work with Production, Engineering, and Supply Chain, and ensure GMP and safety compliance while tracking metrics and mentoring staff for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelors or higher in a quality-related discipline with manufacturing exposure.
• Experience leading QA or quality control in a manufacturing setting.
• Familiarity with QA methods, audits, corrective actions, and CAPA.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and product specs.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily QA/inspection activities across the manufacturing process.
• Verify finished products meet internal and customer specs.
• Monitor in-process production for defects and nonconformances.
• Lead corrective actions and preventive measures to stop recurrences.
• Conduct regular process and product audits and calibrations.
• Track quality metrics and report trends to leadership.
• Mentor QA team; perform performance evaluations.
• Coordinate recruiting/onboarding for QA roles and ensure a safe work area.

Skills

Quality management

Root cause analysis

Leadership

Audits

Education

Bachelor's in quality mgmt

Tools

QMS

Job description

Specific Role:

We’re looking for a hands‑on, detail‑oriented Quality Assurance (QA) Manager to oversee quality control processes across EMIT Technologies’ manufacturing facility. In this role, you’ll ensure products meet internal and customer specifications, lead the resolution of quality concerns, and drive improvements that reduce defects, rework, and scrap. You’ll work closely with Production, Engineering, and Supply Chain while leading the QA team and maintaining compliance with applicable quality, safety, and industry standards.

Key Accountabilities:

• Oversee daily quality assurance and inspection activities throughout the manufacturing process
• Verify finished products meet internal requirements and customer specifications before leaving the facility
• Monitor in-process production to identify defects, deviations, and nonconformances
• Conduct regular audits of manufacturing processes, work areas, and finished products
• Lead corrective actions and follow‑up efforts to prevent quality issues from recurring
• Track, analyze, and report quality metrics, trends, and key performance indicators to leadership
• Oversee the calibration, maintenance, storage, and documentation of inspection tools and equipment
• Lead root cause analysis for defects, deviations, and nonconformances
• Develop and implement preventive measures and process improvements that reduce rework and scrap
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Supply Chain to resolve quality concerns and improve manufacturing processes
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and performance feedback to QA team members
• Conduct performance evaluations using established skills matrices and annual review processes
• Manage team responsibilities such as PTO requests, timecard approvals, payroll accuracy, attendance expectations, and personnel concerns
• Coordinate recruiting and onboarding efforts for open QA positions
• Maintain clean, organized, and hazard‑free quality work areas
• Ensure compliance with EMIT’s 5S expectations, safety protocols, GMP standards, and applicable quality requirements
• Promote a proactive culture of quality, accountability, safety, and continuous improvement

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in quality management, engineering, manufacturing, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience
• Previous experience leading quality assurance or quality control activities in a manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of quality management systems, inspection procedures, corrective actions, and audit processes
• Experience performing root cause analysis and implementing corrective and preventive actions
• Familiarity with measuring and inspection equipment, including calibration and documentation requirements
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, product specifications, tolerances, and manufacturing requirements
• Experience tracking quality metrics and communicating trends, risks, and recommendations to leadership
• Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and hold team members accountable
• Strong problem‑solving, organizational, and decision‑making skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with Production, Engineering, Supply Chain, and other cross‑functional teams
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Detail‑oriented, solutions‑focused mindset with a commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Physical and Safety Requirements:

• Ability to repeatedly lift and move materials or equipment weighing up to 50-75 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout the manufacturing facility for an entire shift
• Ability to wear and properly use all required personal protective equipment
• Follow established safety procedures when using inspection tools, working around equipment, and handling materials

EMIT Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds.

Pay Range

$90,000-$120,000 USD