Quality Assurance Manager - Metal Plating

AVTEC FINISHING; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Profit sharing

Medical insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Avtec Finishing in New Hope, MN, seeks an experienced Quality Assurance Manager to lead the quality team and maintain the QMS, ensuring customer specifications and industry standards are met. The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, process ownership, and proactive problem solving on the production floor.

The ideal candidate will have Nadcap and ISO experience, ITAR awareness, and a track record of driving continuous improvement in metal finishing environments.

Qualifications

• Supervisory or management experience in quality assurance.
• Experience maintaining and improving a Quality Management System (QMS).
• Knowledge of quality audits, corrective actions, root cause analysis, and document control.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, train, and develop quality assurance personnel.
• Establish clear performance expectations and promote accountability.
• Build a culture where employees understand and own quality.
• Partner with Production and other departments to resolve quality concerns.
• Maintain and improve the Quality Management System and its manuals, procedures and records.
• Support Nadcap and ISO accreditation requirements and audits.
• Investigate nonconformances and drive corrective actions and CAPA.
• Interpret customer specifications and oversee related inspections and testing.

Skills

Quality leadership

QMS maintenance

Audits & CAPA

Blueprint interpretation

Communication

MS Office & electronic records

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in QA/Engineering/Manufacturing

Five+ years quality management experience

Tools

Nadcap accreditation

ISO quality management systems

ITAR compliance

Certified Electro Finisher (CEF) credentials

Job description

Job Description

Below covers everything you need to know about what this opportunity entails, as well as what is expected from applicants.

Position

Quality Assurance Manager

Location

Avtec Finishing – New Hope, MN

Schedule

Full-Time | 40–45 Hours per Week + Additional Hours as Required

Employment Type

Full-Time | Salaried, Exempt

Starting Salary

• $95,014.40
• $119,995.20 Annually + DOQ

Signing Bonus

• $3,000 for eligible new hires

Compensation Package

• Annual Base Salary: $95,014.40
• $119,995.20
• Quarterly Profit Sharing: Potential to earn up to $4,800 annually
• New-Hire Signing Bonus: $3,000 for eligible new hires
• Potential Annual Earnings: Base Salary + Up to $4,800 in Profit Sharing
• Profit sharing is based on Company performance and program eligibility and is not guaranteed.
• Signing bonus eligibility and payment terms apply.

Job Summary

We're looking for an experienced quality leader who knows what it takes to get it right. Quality isn't just about passing an audit or catching mistakes. It's about developing reliable processes, holding people accountable, solving problems, and ensuring that every part leaving our facility meets customer expectations.

We are an established metal-finishing processor serving demanding industries, including aerospace, defense, medical, and industrial markets. We are seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Manager who can lead our quality team, maintain our Quality Management System (QMS), and ensure compliance with customer specifications and applicable industry requirements. Experience with Nadcap accreditation, ISO quality systems, and ITAR-controlled operations is highly desirable. The successful candidate will be a hands‑on leader who understands that quality starts on the production floor, not just behind a desk.

Responsibilities

Quality Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, coach, train, and develop quality assurance personnel.
• Establish clear performance expectations and promote accountability.
• Build a culture where employees understand and take ownership of quality.
• Partner with Production and other departments to resolve quality concerns.

Quality Systems & Regulatory Compliance

• Manage and continuously improve the Company's Quality Management System.
• Maintain quality manuals, procedures, records, and specification libraries.
• Support and maintain Nadcap and ISO accreditation requirements.
• Conduct internal quality audits and coordinate customer audits.
• Ensure applicable customer specifications and regulatory requirements are met.
• Support compliance with applicable ITAR requirements.

Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement

• Investigate nonconformances and customer quality concerns.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action efforts.
• Manage the Corrective Action System and support Material Review Board activities.
• Analyze Cost of Quality and identify opportunities to reduce defects, rework, and waste.
• Monitor corrective action effectiveness and prevent recurring issues.

Technical & Customer Responsibilities

• Interpret customer specifications, drawings, and technical requirements.
• Oversee inspection, testing, equipment calibration, and related and certify plating processes when required.
• Communicate professionally with customers regarding quality concerns and resolutions.
• Support contract reviews and technical questions involving

Required Qualifications

• Previous supervisory or management experience in quality assurance.
• Demonstrated experience maintaining and improving a Quality Management System.
• Working knowledge of quality audits, corrective actions, root cause analysis, and document control.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications, blueprints, and customer requirements.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic quality records.
• Ability to make sound decisions, manage competing priorities, and hold others accountable.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quality Assurance, Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Five or more years of quality management experience.
• Quality assurance experience in metal finishing, plating, aerospace, or defense manufacturing.
• Direct experience with Nadcap accreditation and audit with ISO quality management standards.
• Knowledge of ITAR requirements and controlled technical certifications or Certified Electro Finisher (CEF) credentials.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience
• $3,000 new-hire signing bonus
• Quarterly profit-sharing opportunities
• Medical and other available insurance benefits
• Employer-paid NICE Healthcare services
• 401(k) with Company matching
• Paid time off and holidays
• An opportunity to make a meaningful impact on quality, customer satisfaction, and operational performance

Work Environment

This position combines office-based responsibilities with regular involvement in active industrial production areas.

Applicants should be prepared to discuss their quality management experience, industry certifications, audit involvement, and practical problem-solving skills.

Due to our work with regulated defense-related products and technical information, employment in certain roles may be subject to applicable ITAR access requirements.

Direct hire only.

No staffing agencies, outside recruiters, or third-party recruiting inquiries, please.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements: Security: This position operates within a secure manufacturing facility.

All employees must adhere to strict security policies including restrictions on personal electronic devices, access control, and documentation procedures.

Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Lindgren Group, including Avtec Finishing and Nico Products, is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Veterans are encouraged to apply!

Work Authorization / Security Clearance: The Lindgren Group must comply with ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations).

These regulations may restrict persons of non-US citizen status from working/participating/observing/or other forms of gathering knowledge about certain activities within the company. xzgxqkn

Disclaimer: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

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