Quality Assurance Manager

Brightpath Associates LLC; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Green Bay, Wisconsin, is seeking a Quality Manager to lead quality assurance processes and ensure compliance with ISO 9001 standards. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Quality Engineering or a related field, along with over five years of experience in managing quality assurance in a manufacturing setting. Familiarity with welding and fabrication specifications is preferred. This role offers competitive benefits including medical and vision insurance, a 401(k), and disability insurance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Quality Engineering or similar program required.
• Five plus years of experience in managing quality assurance in manufacturing.
• Familiarity with welding, fabrication, and machining specifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality assurance and oversee audits for compliance.
• Evaluate audit findings and implement corrective actions.
• Analyze data for continuous improvement in the quality system.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of ISO 9001

Experience with lean manufacturing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quality Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems (Infor CloudSuite Industrial)

Job description

Quality Manager

Green Bay, Wisconsin

Full‑time, Associate level, Quality Assurance – Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing and Defense & Space Manufacturing

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead by example, demonstrating core values daily
• Promote continuous improvement and risk‑based thinking
• Interpret and implement ISO 9001 standards
• Coordinate and support surveillance and recertification audits conducted by external providers
• Evaluate audit findings and implement appropriate corrective actions
• Maintain the quality metrics dashboard spreadsheet monthly
• Maintain ISO QMS board postings
• Analyze data to identify areas for improvement in the quality system
• Develop, recommend, and monitor corrective and preventive actions
• Facilitate CAPA and OFI review meetings
• Maintain quality records retention and control
• Maintain calibration program for measuring equipment and schedule annual calibration

Secondary Responsibilities

• Manage and administer the Welder Workmanship Training program
• Assist CWI in the development of weld procedures and welder qualifications
• Maintain schedules for welder continuity quarterly and annual vision exams
• Maintain schedule for annual weld machine calibrations
• Assist with review of specifications and customer deliverables requirements
• Develop forms, checklists, process flow diagrams, etc., as needed to improve performance in designated areas
• Perform CWI as needed
• Answer technical questions from the inspection team
• Serve as a resource for other departments
• Work with manufacturing department leaders to improve quality and reduce rework
• Serve as a member of the management safety team

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, Business Administration, or a similar/related program required
• In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, a combination of an Associate degree with proven work experience in the metal fabrication industry with hands‑on operation and supervisory responsibilities in multiple fabrication processes may be substituted; specifically in quality, welding, machining, and finishing operations

Experience

• Production or engineering experience in a custom sheet metal fabrication business is desired
• Five plus years’ experience in managing or supervising quality assurance and quality control in a manufacturing setting
• Familiarity with welding, fabrication, and machining specifications preferred
• Knowledge of metals and raw materials along with understanding of production processes, and costs of manufacturing is a plus
• Good analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Knowledge of industry principles such as lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies is preferred

Specialized Experience

• Knowledge and application of ISO 9001:2015 Standard
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, Microsoft Outlook, and an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system; Infor CloudSuite Industrial (SyteLine) preferred
• Accurate manufacturing blueprint reading experience required
• Working knowledge of American Welding Society and Military welding procedures and specifications preferred
• Excellent communication skills at all levels within an organization

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Disability insurance

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