Quality Control Manager

Lenco Armored Vehicles; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct impact on operations

Full-time role

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Lenco Armored Vehicles in Pittsfield, MA seeks a Quality Control Manager to maintain quality across manufacturing steps, ensuring vehicles meet specifications.

You will supervise QC staff, oversee inspections, and test vehicles; work with Production and Engineering managers; develop QC policies; and manage documentation, safety, and environmental guidelines.

Qualifications

• 8 to 10 years of Quality-related experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with managing a Quality Management System (QMS).
• Ability to design and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency.
• Technical ability to read work orders, interpret specifications, and gauge product quality.
• Leadership to mentor and direct a diverse QC team.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, assist, and direct the work of all Quality Control staff.
• Oversee the inspection and testing of vehicles before, during, and after the manufacturing process.
• Complete inspections within the shop area, parking area, and on the road to ensure road readiness.
• Test vehicles to ensure they are properly manufactured in accordance with Work Order specifications.
• Inspect, accept, or reject both internally and vendor-purchased products as necessary.
• Partner with Production and Engineering Managers to improve repairs and processes.
• Develop Quality Control policies and recommend new procedures to improve efficiency.
• Manage all documentation of inspection sheets, certificates, receipts, and critical vehicle dimensions.
• Adhere to and carry out existing Lenco practices, safety policies, and environmental guidelines.

Skills

Quality management

Leadership

Process improvement

Reading specifications

Manufacturing QC

Job description

About Lenco Armored Vehicles

Lenco Armored Vehicles is a U.S.-based manufacturer of specialized armored vehicles used by law enforcement, military, fire, and rescue agencies worldwide. Our work directly supports first responders operating in high-risk environments. We offer long-term stability, consistent production schedules, and a mission-driven manufacturing environment.

Job Summary:

The Quality Control Manager is responsible for ensuring that the Quality Department maintains each vehicle to Lenco specifications during all steps of the manufacturing process up to and including the finished product. This role enhances, implements, and manages our quality control systems to ensure every vehicle meets the highest standards of safety and performance.

What You’ll Do:

• Supervise, assist, and direct the work of all Quality Control staff
• Oversee the inspection and testing of vehicles before, during, and after the manufacturing process
• Complete inspections within the shop area, parking area, and on the road to ensure road readiness
• Test vehicles to ensure they are properly manufactured in accordance with Work Order specifications
• Inspect, accept, or reject both internally and vendor-purchased products as necessary
• Partner with the Production Manager and Engineering Manager to achieve efficient repairs and process improvements
• Develop Quality Control policies and recommend new procedures to improve efficiency and quality
• Manage all documentation of inspection sheets, certificates, receipts, and critical vehicle dimensions
• Adhere to and carry out existing Lenco practices, safety policies, and environmental guidelines

What We’re Looking For:

• 8 to 10 years of Quality-related experience in a manufacturing environment
• Technical ability to read work orders, interpret specifications, and gauge product quality
• Experience with managing a Quality Management Systems (QMS)
• Proven ability to design and implement process improvements to enhance overall efficiency
• Ability to work in an efficient and timely manner to meet critical production deadlines
• Leadership skills necessary to manage, mentor and direct a diverse QC team

Why Work at Lenco:

• Professional role with a direct impact on operational efficiency
• Stable, full-time work with a growing company
• Purpose-driven products that protect first responders and military personnel
• Modern office and manufacturing environment
• Long-term career growth within a growing U.S. manufacturer