Quality & Continuous Improvement Leader

Igus-Bearings,-Inc.; Rumford (RI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary with growth

Co. paid HSA medical plan

Co. paid dental

Co. paid life

Long term disability insurance

3% safe harbor retirement contribution

20 PTO days + 9 holidays

Shift Differential

Job summary

igus Bearings, Inc. is seeking a seasoned Quality Manager in Rumford, RI to lead the Quality Management System and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain.

You will partner with multiple teams to reduce defects, meet customer requirements, and support growth. Ideal candidates bring 7+ years of quality leadership in manufacturing, ISO 9001 experience, and CMQ/OE or CQE credentials, with Six Sigma Black/Green Belt certifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive quality management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years of leadership or managerial experience.
• Experience working within ISO 9001-certified organizations.
• Experience supporting customer-facing quality activities and corrective action processes.
• ASQ Certified Quality Manager (CMQ/OE), CQE, or similar certification.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Experience with plastics manufacturing, injection molding, automation components, or industrial products.

Responsibilities

• Lead and maintain the Quality Management System in accordance with ISO 9001 and other applicable standards.
• Develop, implement, and improve quality policies, procedures, work instructions, and control plans.
• Ensure compliance with customer requirements, internal specifications, and regulatory standards.
• Manage internal and external audits, including customer and certification audits.
• Monitor quality performance metrics and implement corrective actions where necessary.
• Drive continuous improvement projects utilizing Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
• Analyze quality data and trends to identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Facilitate corrective and preventive action (CAPA) programs.
• Act as the primary point of contact for customer quality concerns and complaints.
• Support supplier qualification, audits, and performance evaluations.
• Monitor incoming material quality and supplier defect trends.
• Partner with production teams to ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Ensure appropriate inspection methods, measurement systems, and calibration controls are maintained.
• Establish departmental goals aligned with company objectives and lead, mentor, and develop Quality Engineers, Inspectors, and Quality Technicians.
• Provide quality-related training across the organization.
• Foster a culture of accountability, customer focus, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Quality leadership

Lean Six Sigma

CAPA & problem solving

Customer quality liaison

Team mentorship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Quality

ASQ CMQ/OE or CQE certification

Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt

Job description

igus Bearings, Inc. is seeking a seasoned Quality Manager in Rumford, RI to lead the Quality Management System and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain.

You will partner with multiple teams to reduce defects, meet customer requirements, and support growth. Ideal candidates bring 7+ years of quality leadership in manufacturing, ISO 9001 experience, and CMQ/OE or CQE credentials, with Six Sigma Black/Green Belt certifications.