Quality Leader - Manufacturing & QMS Excellence

Ssw Advanced Technologies; Sweetwater (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SSW Advanced Technologies, LLC is seeking a Quality Manager to lead the Quality Team in Sweetwater, TN. You will drive the Strategic Quality Plan, serve as Management Representative for the QMS, and ensure product quality across internal and supplier interfaces.

The role requires extensive manufacturing quality leadership, experience with ISO 9001, APQP/PPAP, and 8D problem solving. Office and plant operations are included, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a technical discipline.
• 7+ years in a manufacturing quality role.
• 5+ years in supervisory leadership within manufacturing.
• Six Sigma, Lean Six Sigma, or related certifications preferred.
• ISO experience or Auditor certifications preferred.
• CMQ/OE or CQE certifications preferred.
• Experience with APQP, Control Plans, FMEA, GD&T, MSA, PPAP, SPC.
• Strong problem solving using 8D methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of the Strategic Quality Plan with plant leadership.
• Act as Management Representative for the Quality Management System.
• Oversee QC resources to ensure quality products meet standards and customer requirements.
• Manage Plant Quality Department operations, budget, and staffing.
• Lead APQP, PPAP, and new product launches quality activities.
• Coordinate internal audits and ensure ISO 9001 compliance.
• Approve Quality documentation including control plans and work instructions.
• Drive continuous improvement and performance reviews based on metrics.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Team supervision

Quality mindset

Auditing

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

MS Office

PPAP

MSA

Job description

SSW Advanced Technologies, LLC is seeking a Quality Manager to lead the Quality Team in Sweetwater, TN. You will drive the Strategic Quality Plan, serve as Management Representative for the QMS, and ensure product quality across internal and supplier interfaces.

The role requires extensive manufacturing quality leadership, experience with ISO 9001, APQP/PPAP, and 8D problem solving. Office and plant operations are included, with travel as needed.