Quality Control Manager – Precision CNC Machining

Talent Edge Recruiting; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Relocation assistance available

Director-level leadership path

Job summary

Talent Edge Recruiting is seeking an experienced Quality Control Manager for a precision CNC machining manufacturer in the Baltimore area. The role leads the quality team, maintains the QMS, and drives AS9100 compliance and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in quality management for precision manufacturing, deep GD&T knowledge, and hands-on Zeiss CMM/Calypso experience. This is a full-time onsite role with relocation support and a strong bonus program.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years in quality management in precision manufacturing or CNC machining.
• Strong knowledge of CNC machining, tolerances, and end-to-end parts.
• Hands-on with Zeiss CMM; Calypso programming preferred.
• Solid understanding of GD&T, blueprint interpretation, and inspection techniques.
• Experience with QMS, AS9100 audits and corrective actions.
• Proven leadership of inspection or quality teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead a quality team of ~7 and oversee daily inspections and development.
• Maintain QMS and ensure AS9100 and NADCAP compliance.
• Oversee in-process and final inspections of tight-tolerance components.
• Manage nonconformances, MRB, root-cause investigations, and CAPA.
• Lead customer and regulatory audits, APQP, and FAI.
• Collaborate with Engineering/Manufacturing to improve processes and reduce scrap.
• Support CMM inspection activities using Zeiss equipment and Calypso.

Skills

CNC machining

GD&T

AS9100 compliance

Zeiss CMM

Calypso programming

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

SPC

FMEA

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Quality Assurance

Tools

Zeiss CMM

Calypso

Job description

Quality Control Manager – Precision CNC Machining

$110,000–$140,000 + Performance Bonus

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Quality Control Manager to lead the quality department for an established precision CNC machining manufacturer serving the aerospace, defense, medical, and other highly technical industries.

This role is ideal for someone with strong technical machining knowledge who understands the entire manufacturing process, from raw material through final inspection. You'll oversee an experienced team of inspectors and CMM programmers while driving quality standards, continuous improvement, and AS9100 compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a quality team of approximately 7 employees, overseeing daily inspections, performance, and development.
• Maintain the Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance with AS9100 and NADCAP standards.
• Oversee in-process and final inspections of tight-tolerance CNC-machined components.
• Manage nonconformances, MRB processes, root cause investigations, and corrective actions.
• Lead customer and regulatory audits, APQP initiatives, and First Article Inspections (FAI).
• Collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing to improve processes, reduce scrap, and maintain quality standards.
• Support CMM inspection activities using Zeiss equipment and Calypso software.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of quality management experience in precision manufacturing or CNC machining.
• Strong understanding of CNC machining processes, tight tolerances, and manufacturing parts from start to finish.
• Hands-on experience with Zeiss CMM equipment; Calypso programming knowledge strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T, blueprint interpretation, and precision inspection techniques.
• Experience managing QMS, AS9100 compliance, audits, and corrective actions.
• Proven experience leading inspection or quality teams.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, SPC, FMEA, and continuous improvement.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Assurance, or related field preferred.
• Performance-based bonus opportunity
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Relocation assistance available
• Opportunity for advancement into director-level leadership