Quality Control Manager - Manufacturing - Lexington, MA

Michael Page; Lexington (MA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid flexibility

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Michael Page is recruiting a Quality Manager to lead quality excellence at a large-scale manufacturing facility in Massachusetts. You will guide the QMS, drive continuous improvement, and partner with Operations, Engineering, and Supply Chain to reduce risk and improve customer satisfaction.

The role demands 8+ years of quality leadership, strong problem-solving abilities, and hands-on experience with CAPA, PFMEA, and PPAP/FAI. Hybrid work and competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.
• 8+ years of quality leadership experience in manufacturing.
• Strong expertise in QMS, audits, corrective actions, and CI methodologies.
• Hands-on experience with CAPA, PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, MSA, PPAP/FAI, MRB.
• Proven ability to lead teams and drive results across complex operations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the site's Quality Management System (QMS) ensuring ISO 9001, AS9100, IATF 16949 compliance where applicable.
• Drive quality initiatives across manufacturing including inspection, testing, NCR management, and MRB activities.
• Oversee internal, customer, and third-party audits with timely resolution of findings and corrective actions.
• Champion continuous improvement through KPI analysis and cost-of-quality reduction.
• Lead root cause investigations using 8D, A3, 5-Why, and Fishbone analyses.
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Lean teams to improve performance and product quality.
• Manage supplier and customer quality interactions and overall risk mitigation.
• Develop and mentor a team of quality professionals fostering accountability and data-driven decisions.

Skills

Quality management

Audits

CAPA

PFMEA

Control plans

SPC

MSA

PPAP/FAI

MRB processes

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft 365

Manufacturing data analysis tools

Job description

Join a leading manufacturing organization as a Quality Manager responsible for driving quality excellence, continuous improvement, and regulatory compliance across a large-scale production facility. You'll lead a team of quality professionals while partnering with operations, engineering, and supply chain teams to improve performance, reduce risk, and enhance customer satisfaction.

Our client is a globally recognized engineering and manufacturing organization known for developing innovative products that support advanced technologies and critical industries. With a strong commitment to employee development, operational excellence, and sustainability, they offer a collaborative environment where leaders can make a significant impact.

Description

• Lead and maintain the site's Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance with ISO 9001, AS9100, IATF 16949, and customer requirements where applicable.
• Drive quality initiatives across manufacturing operations, including inspection, testing, non-conformance management, and material review activities.
• Oversee internal, customer, and third-party audits while ensuring timely resolution of findings and corrective actions.
• Champion continuous improvement through KPI analysis, cost-of-quality reduction initiatives, and manufacturing process enhancements.
• Lead root cause investigations and corrective action programs utilizing methodologies such as 8D, A3, 5-Why, and Fishbone analysis.
• Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Lean teams to improve business performance and product quality.
• Manage supplier quality performance, customer quality interactions, and overall risk mitigation activities.
• Develop and mentor a team of quality professionals, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and data-driven decision making.

Profile

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• 8+ years of quality leadership experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong expertise in Quality Management Systems, audits, corrective actions, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Hands-on experience with quality tools including CAPA, PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, MSA, PPAP/FAI, and MRB processes.
• Proven ability to lead teams and drive results across complex manufacturing operations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Familiarity with ERP systems, manufacturing data analysis tools, and Microsoft 365.

Job Offer

• Opportunity to lead quality strategy at a large, established manufacturing operation.
• Significant visibility and influence across operations, engineering, and executive leadership.
• Strong commitment to employee development, training, and career advancement.
• Excellent benefits package including strong retirement contributions and tuition reimbursement.
• Join a stable, global organization investing in innovation, quality excellence, and long-term growth.
• Hybrid flexibility.
  

Join a leading manufacturing organization as a Quality Manager responsible for driving quality excellence, continuous improvement, and regulatory compliance across a large-scale production facility. You'll lead a team of quality professionals while partnering with operations, engineering, and supply chain teams to improve performance, reduce risk, and enhance customer satisfaction.

Client Details

Our client is a globally recognized engineering and manufacturing organization known for developing innovative products that support advanced technologies and critical industries. With a strong commitment to employee development, operational excellence, and sustainability, they offer a collaborative environment where leaders can make a significant impact.

Description

• Lead and maintain the site's Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance with ISO 9001, AS9100, IATF 16949, and customer requirements where applicable.
• Drive quality initiatives across manufacturing operations, including inspection, testing, non-conformance management, and material review activities.
• Oversee internal, customer, and third-party audits while ensuring timely resolution of findings and corrective actions.
• Champion continuous improvement through KPI analysis, cost-of-quality reduction initiatives, and manufacturing process enhancements.
• Lead root cause investigations and corrective action programs utilizing methodologies such as 8D, A3, 5-Why, and Fishbone analysis.
• Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Lean teams to improve business performance and product quality.
• Manage supplier quality performance, customer quality interactions, and overall risk mitigation activities.
• Develop and mentor a team of quality professionals, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and data-driven decision making.

Profile

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• 8+ years of quality leadership experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong expertise in Quality Management Systems, audits, corrective actions, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Hands-on experience with quality tools including CAPA, PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, MSA, PPAP/FAI, and MRB processes.
• Proven ability to lead teams and drive results across complex manufacturing operations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Familiarity with ERP systems, manufacturing data analysis tools, and Microsoft 365.

Job Offer

• Opportunity to lead quality strategy at a large, established manufacturing operation.
• Significant visibility and influence across operations, engineering, and executive leadership.
• Strong commitment to employee development, training, and career advancement.
• Excellent benefits package including strong retirement contributions and tuition reimbursement.
• Join a stable, global organization investing in innovation, quality excellence, and long-term growth.
• Hybrid flexibility.
  

Desired Skills and Experience

• Required U.S. Citizenship.
• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• 8+ years of quality leadership experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong expertise in Quality Management Systems, audits, corrective actions, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong People Leadership Experience

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