Quality Manager

LHH; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health benefits

401(k) plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development support

Wellness programs

Job summary

A manufacturing firm in Elgin is looking for a Quality Manager to oversee operational quality initiatives. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in quality management and leadership, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 standards while fostering continuous improvement. Responsibilities include collaborating with teams to implement quality systems, leading Lean initiatives, and monitoring quality performance metrics. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits including health coverage, 401(k) plans, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of operational quality experience in manufacturing.
• 5+ years of people management experience.
• Hands-on training in Lean concepts is highly desirable.
• Experience with ISO certification and compliance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational quality initiatives across manufacturing.
• Collaborate with teams to execute business strategies.
• Implement quality disciplines and monitor corrective measures.
• Drive Lean initiatives to reduce waste in operations.

Skills

Leadership skills

Problem-solving skills

Lean methodologies

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or technical degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Quality Manager – Manufacturing Operations

Compensation: $120,000–$140,000 per year

Overview

We are seeking a Quality Manager to lead operational quality initiatives across manufacturing operations. This role ensures products meet rigorous quality standards, drives continuous improvement, and maintains compliance with ISO 9001 and other regulatory requirements. The Quality Manager partners with operations, supply chain, and production teams to implement robust quality systems and foster a culture of excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Interact with internal and external stakeholders to report on operational quality performance
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish, communicate, and execute business and operational strategies
• Implement operational quality disciplines in areas such as product qualification/validation, process controls, non-conforming material trending, quality systems, statistical methods, supplier quality assurance, and corrective/preventive actions
• Ensure effective systems, validations, and controls are in place for transitioning new products and technologies from development to production
• Establish and monitor corrective and preventive measures to meet ISO 9001 requirements
• Develop and track departmental metrics and objectives
• Lead Lean initiatives to reduce waste across operations
• Oversee shipping operations to ensure accurate and timely delivery to customers
• Perform other duties and special projects as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or technical degree required; advanced degree preferred
• Minimum 5 years of operational quality experience in manufacturing
• Minimum 5 years of people management experience
• Hands-on training and experience in Lean concepts, principles, and implementation highly desirable
• Demonstrated expertise in quality system tools, problem-solving, and Lean methodologies
• Strong leadership, influencing, negotiation, analysis, and presentation skills
• Previous experience with ISO certification and compliance preferred
• Salary Range: $120,000–$140,000 per year
• Bonus: Annual discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance
• Paid Time Off: Personal Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays; prorated based on hire date
• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees; employee contributions may apply
• Retirement: 401(k) plan with employer match available
• Other Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, wellness programs

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