Quality Assurance Manager

Cindavi; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Cindavi seeks a Quality Assurance Manager to lead our quality and metallurgy operations across Fontana and Chino facilities. You will own the Quality Management System, drive continuous improvement, and ensure products meet customer specifications and industry standards.

You will oversee the quality and metallurgy teams, coordinate with suppliers, and manage process controls, testing, and CAPA to improve safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Aluminum casting experience preferred.

Qualifications

• BS degree in metallurgy, materials, mechanical or related field.
• 2–5+ years in aluminum casting or metallurgy management.
• Familiarity with ISO quality management standards and problem-solving methods.
• Experience with RCA/CAPA, SPC, Lean, 5S, and Six Sigma Green Belt desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead Quality Operations: direct quality and metallurgy teams across facilities.
• Drive Continuous Improvement: set annual objectives to improve safety and efficiency; target cost reduction.
• Ensure Compliance and Consistency: develop processes to meet customer specs and ISO standards with SPC and testing.
• Manage Supplier and Equipment Quality: oversee supplier qualifications and equipment performance (smelting, casting, homogenizing).
• Champion Customer Satisfaction: serve as technical lead for customer reviews; address claims and provide technical support.

Skills

Quality operations leadership

Metallurgical knowledge

Root cause analysis

Statistical process control

ISO quality standards

Lean manufacturing

Education

B.S. in Metallurgy/Materials/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AMS-STD-2154 ( Ultrasonic Testing )

ASTM E1251-17a (OES Spectrometry)

Job description

Tired of the same old routine? We're looking for a Quality Assurance Manager who thrives on solving complex metallurgical challenges and driving continuous improvement.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated Quality Assurance Manager to lead our quality and metallurgy departments across our Fontana and Chino plants. In this pivotal role, you will be the driving force behind the integrity of our products, ensuring that our manufacturing processes consistently meet and exceed customer specifications and industry standards. This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of our Quality Management System, spearhead continuous improvement initiatives, and directly impact our operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. If you are passionate about quality, thrive in a dynamic manufacturing environment, and are ready to lead a team of dedicated professionals, we want you on our team.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead Quality Operations: Plan, direct, and coordinate the activities of our quality and metallurgy teams, ensuring the overall integrity of products manufactured at our facilities.
• Drive Continuous Improvement: Identify areas for enhancement, draft annual departmental objectives to improve safety and operational efficiency, and set targets for cost reduction.
• Ensure Compliance and Consistency: Develop and monitor production, inspection, and casting processes to meet customer requirements and industry technical specifications, utilizing statistical process control and metallurgical testing.
• Manage Supplier and Equipment Quality: Oversee the qualification and performance monitoring of smelting, casting, and homogenizing equipment, as well as raw materials and key suppliers.
• Champion Customer Satisfaction: Act as the primary technical contact for customer contract reviews, respond to customer claims, and provide expert technical support to ensure complete satisfaction.

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor of Science degree in Metallurgical, Materials, Mechanical, or a related field.
• At least 2-5+ years of experience in aluminum casting processes or management-level metallurgy.
• Proven experience with the latest ISO Standards for quality management systems and proficiency in problem-solving techniques, including root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action.
• Experience with Ultrasonic Testing (AMS-STD-2154), OES Spectrometry (ASTM E1251-17a), Lean Manufacturing, 5S principles, and a Six Sigma Green Belt are highly desirable.

Join us in a role where your expertise will not only maintain our high standards but elevate them. We offer a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued and your professional growth is supported.