Quality Manager

Textron; Augusta, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Textron Specialized Vehicles in Augusta, GA is seeking a Quality Manager to lead the internal plant Quality team, drive a culture of quality, and ensure adherence to engineering specifications.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Engineering and 7+ years in manufacturing quality, with Six Sigma Black Belt/Green Belt preferred. On-site role with relocation available and cross-functional collaboration across Production and Development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering in a manufacturing environment.
• Certified Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the internal plant Quality team to resolve quality issues and promote a culture of quality.
• Coordinate, direct, and manage daily activities for the department including: developing quality procedures, control plans, and standards to ensure compliance to engineering specs.
• Develop and implement internal quality initiatives to improve performance.
• Manage and report on quality, delivery, and other performance metrics within the plant.
• Support development of strategies to increase customer satisfaction, reduce warranty costs, and minimize quality-related risks.
• Collaborate with Customer Care to review external quality issues and implement preventive/corrective actions.
• Coach and develop direct reports to meet quality, safety, environmental, and delivery objectives.
• Interact with Production and Development to maintain product integrity and support timely new product implementation.

Skills

Quality leadership

Manufacturing QA

GDT / GD&T

Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

ISO 9001 knowledge

SPC tools

Job description

Quality Manager

Description

Textron Specialized Vehicles Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of golf cars, utility and personal transportation vehicles, side-by-sides, all-terrain vehicles, professional turf-care equipment, and ground support equipment. Textron Specialized Vehicles markets products under several different brands. Its vehicles are found in environments ranging from golf courses to factories, airports to planned communities, and theme parks to hunting preserves.

Responsibilities

• Lead the internal plant Quality team to resolve quality issues to drive and promote a culture of quality within the entire organization.
• Coordinate, direct, and manage daily activities for the department including: developing quality procedures, processes, control plans, and standards to ensure compliance to engineering specifications.
• Develop and implement internal quality initiatives to produce measurable improvements to performance.
• Manage and report on quality, delivery, and other performance metrics within the plant.
• Support development of strategies and drive actions to increase customer satisfaction, reduce warranty costs, and reduce financial impacts and risks arising from poor quality.
• Work closely with Customer Care to review and communicate external customer quality issues and implement preventive/corrective actions.
• Coach and develop direct reports to support and motivate team to meet quality, safety, environmental cost and delivery objectives.
• Effectively interact with Production and Development teams to maintain product integrity and support driving improved timeliness of new product implementation.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field required.

Years of Experience: 7 or more years of experience required, experience in Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering in a manufacturing industry.

Technical understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, GD&T, inspection processes & facilities in a manufacturing environment.

Certified Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt preferred.

Training in SPC, ISO 9001 and Quality Engineering preferred.

AI Readiness:

Textron expects employees to use AI-enabled tools responsibly and effectively. Candidates should be comfortable learning and applying these tools, evaluating AI-generated output with sound judgment, and using AI in line with company policy and ethical standards. Prior experience with specific tools is not required - we value curiosity, adaptability, and good judgment.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Recruiting Company: Textron Specialized Vehicles

Primary Location: US-Georgia-Augusta
Job Function: Quality
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Manager with Direct Reports
Job Type: Standard
Shift: First Shift
Relocation: Available
Job Posting: 09/15/2026, 3:56:21 PM
Job Number: 345087