Quality Manager

MORGAN ADVANCED MATERIALS; Auburn (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401(k) plan

Vacation, holiday and sick time

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Morgan Advanced Materials in Auburn, WA is seeking a Quality Manager to lead the site’s quality strategy and drive process stability. You will own the QMS, lead SPC and CAPA activities, and collaborate with Operations, Engineering and Supply Chain to improve yield and reduce defects.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering, 5+ years in manufacturing (aerospace/medical experience preferred) and strong leadership of cross‑functional teams, with ISO 9001/14001 and 21 CFR Part 820 knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering; Mechanical preferred.
• Minimum five years of manufacturing experience; aerospace/medical manufacturing preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership to set a quality vision and drive accountability.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems and standards (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, 21 CFR Part 820).
• Experience with statistical process control, process capability, measurement systems, risk‑based thinking, and data‑driven quality improvement.
• Strong customer and supplier quality skills, including escalation management.
• Root‑cause, corrective action, problem solving, and cross‑functional leadership.
• ASQ CQE certification is desirable but not required.
• Proficiency with Word/Excel and ERP, quality systems and digital reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Management Representative for ISO 9001/ISO 14001 requirements.
• Ensure the quality management system supports operational performance and compliance.
• Lead statistical process control, control‑plan governance, process validation and MSA.
• Partner with Operations and Engineering to improve process capability and standardize processes.
• Lead root‑cause, corrective‑action and CAPA activities for systemic improvement.
• Develop visibility to quality and process performance using data analytics and digital tools.
• Serve as primary quality interface for audits, key customers and quality concerns.
• Develop and execute a risk‑based supplier quality strategy with Supply Chain.
• Support NPI launch quality and site‑level continuous‑improvement initiatives.
• Build and mentor a high‑performing Quality organization.

Skills

Leadership

Quality management

Data analytics

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical preferred)

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Word & Excel

Quality systems software

Job description

Overview

Morgan Advanced Materials is a business rich in history and innovation. Founded in the UK in 1856, we have grown into a global organisation with 70 sites in 18 countries. Our model to serve our customers where they need us has led to a diversified product range using our unparalleled expertise in ceramic and carbon materials, which we exploit to solve difficult problems for our customers across a diverse range of markets.

We are a purpose driven organisation. Our purpose is to use advanced materials to make the world more sustainable and to improve the quality of life. We deliver on that purpose through the products that we make, and the way that we make them.

The Technical Ceramics business of Morgan Advanced Materials engineers high performance functional and structural ceramic materials, components and sub-assemblies to address customer‑specific technical challenges.

Key Figures:Revenue £1,100.7m (2024), ~8,000 employees, manufacturing in 20+ countries, and a global customer portfolio. A UK PLC with head office located in Windsor, Berkshire UK. Listed on London Stock Exchange; Member of the FTSE 250 Index.

ResponsibilitiesAbout the Role

The Quality Manager is a key member of the Auburn site leadership team responsible for driving process stability, reducing variation and improving business performance through strong quality systems, data‑driven decision making and cross‑functional collaboration. The role partners with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain and NPI to improve yield, reduce the cost of poor quality, strengthen customer confidence and support long‑term operational excellence.

What You'll Do

• Serve as Management Representative for applicable quality and environmental systems, including ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 requirements.
• Ensure the quality management system supports operational performance as well as compliance, and continuously improve its effectiveness.
• Lead statistical process control, process monitoring, control‑plan governance, process validation and measurement‑system reliability.
• Partner with Operations and Engineering to improve process capability, standardize processes and prevent defects.
• Lead root‑cause, corrective‑action and CAPA activities focused on systemic improvement rather than containment alone.
• Develop visibility to quality and process performance using data analytics and digital tools and proactively identify trends and risks.
• Serve as the primary quality interface for key customers, audits, performance discussions, recovery actions and quality concerns.
• Develop and execute a risk‑based supplier quality strategy and partner with Supply Chain to strengthen supplier capability and reduce variability.
• Support NPI launch quality and lead site‑level continuous‑improvement initiatives involving yield, scrap, process capability and defect prevention.
• Build and develop a high‑performing Quality organization, establish clear expectations and accountability, and mentor future quality and operational leaders.

QualificationsWhat We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical Engineering, from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum five years of experience in a manufacturing environment; aerospace and/or medical manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership ability with the capability to set a quality vision, motivate teams and drive accountability for results.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems and applicable standards/regulations, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and 21 CFR Part 820, as applicable.
• Experience with statistical process control, process capability, measurement systems, risk‑based thinking and data‑driven quality improvement.
• Strong customer and supplier quality skills, including professional management of escalations.
• Strong root‑cause, corrective‑action, problem‑solving, communication and cross‑functional leadership skills.
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certification is desirable but not required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel and the ability to work effectively with ERP, quality systems and digital reporting tools.

Why Join Morgan?

• Medical, dental and vision coverage beginning on the first day of regular full‑time employment.
• 401(k), vacation, holiday and sick time.
• Life insurance, disability coverage and Employee Assistance Program.
• Tuition reimbursement and opportunities for training and advancement.
• Eligibility for the applicable annual bonus plan for salaried employees.

Additional Requirements

• Successful completion of the pre‑employment physical, drug/alcohol testing and criminal background investigation is required following an offer of employment.
• This position requires access to information subject to ITAR, EAR and NRC requirements. Applicants must be U.S. persons as defined by 22 CFR 120.15.
• Morgan Advanced Materials celebrates diversity at all levels of our organization and is an EEO/AA/M/W/D/V Employer.

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 40+ hours per week; additional hours and holidays may be required based on business needs

Employment Type:

Full‑Time, Exempt / Salaried

Pay Range:

$90,000-$100,000 annually, depending on experience

Morgan Advanced Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Ind-1