Quality Control Manager

Advatix Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Advatix Inc. is seeking a Quality Control Manager in Salt Lake City to lead and continuously improve quality management across machining, fabrication, assembly, and inspection operations.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of quality leadership in precision manufacturing, strong ISO 9001 knowledge, and experience with CAPA, FMEA, and GD&T. This full-time role emphasizes lean principles and collaboration with engineering and production teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or related field.
• 5+ years leading quality in precision machining or fabrication.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001; AS9100 a plus.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Experience with CAPA, FMEA, PPAP, SPC.
• Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement experience.
• ASQ CQE or CQM is a plus.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Quality Control department, including inspectors and quality technicians.
• Maintain and improve the company's Quality Management System (QMS).
• Ensure compliance with customer specifications, industry standards, and internal quality procedures.
• Develop, implement, and monitor quality metrics and KPIs.
• Oversee incoming, in-process, and final inspections.
• Lead root cause analysis and CAPA using structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Operations to resolve quality issues and improve processes.
• Manage customer audits, supplier audits, and internal quality audits.
• Review engineering drawings, GD&T requirements, inspection plans, and quality documentation.
• Ensure calibration programs are maintained for inspection and measurement equipment.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma.
• Support new product introductions and process validations.
• Prepare quality reports and communicate performance to executive leadership.

Skills

Quality Leadership

ISO 9001 / AS9100

GD&T Interpretation

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

CAPA & Root Cause

CMM / Metrology

Communication & Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Manufacturing/Quality

Tools

CMM Inspection

Metrology Equipment

Job description

Location: Salt Lake City, UT, United States

Department: Quality Control, Type: Full Time

Job Title

Quality Control Manager

Salary

90-120K

Position Summary

Our client is seeking an experienced Quality Control Manager to lead and continuously improve our quality management systems in a high‑precision manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for ensuring products meet customer, regulatory, and company quality standards while driving a culture of continuous improvement across machining, fabrication, assembly, and inspection operations. The ideal candidate has a strong background in CNC machining or heavy manufacturing, thrives in a fast‑paced production environment, and is passionate about building robust quality systems that support operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Quality Control department, including inspectors and quality technicians.
• Maintain and improve the company's Quality Management System (QMS).
• Ensure compliance with customer specifications, industry standards, and internal quality procedures.
• Develop, implement, and monitor quality metrics and KPIs.
• Oversee incoming, in‑process, and final inspections.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA) using structured problem‑solving methodologies.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Operations to resolve quality issues and improve processes.
• Manage customer audits, supplier audits, and internal quality audits.
• Review engineering drawings, GD&T requirements, inspection plans, and quality documentation.
• Ensure calibration programs are maintained for inspection and measurement equipment.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
• Support new product introductions and process validations.
• Prepare quality reports and communicate performance to executive leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of quality leadership experience in precision machining, CNC manufacturing, heavy industrial manufacturing, or fabrication.
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001 quality systems (AS9100 experience is a plus).
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T.
• Knowledge of CMM inspection, metrology, and precision measurement equipment.
• Experience with root cause analysis, CAPA, FMEA, PPAP, SPC, and other quality tools.
• Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement experience required.
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Quality Manager (CQM) is a plus.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.

EEO Statement

We are committed to an inclusive workplace that does not discriminate against race, nationality, religion, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender, and gender identity. We believe in diversity and encourage any qualified individual to apply. We are an EEOC Employer.