Quality Manager

Emerge; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual profit sharing

Low-cost medical insurance

Job summary

Emerge is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager in Erie, PA to lead the quality function in a heavy machining environment. You will direct corrective actions, continuous improvement, and Six Sigma initiatives while ensuring ISO 9000-2015 compliance and supplier quality controls.

Ideal candidates hold a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering with strong experience in quality management, SPC, and ERP/MRP systems, plus familiarity with ITAR requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar engineering program.
• Experience leading quality management in heavy machining environments.
• Proven use of Six Sigma, SPC, corrective action, and ISO 9000-2015.
• Understanding of military specifications and supplier quality; ERP/MRP a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and administer the quality management system with CAPA and CI.
• Develop and maintain ISO 9000-2015 standards and documentation.
• Manage supplier quality and ensure compliance with military specs.
• Apply SPC and structured problem-solving to improve product quality.

Skills

Six Sigma

SPC

Quality management systems

Problem-solving

Verbal/written communication

ERP/MRP experience

ITAR compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Emerge is currently recruiting qualified candidates for a direct hire Quality Assurance Manager job in Erie, PA for our client, an established manufacturer with a reputation for stability and standout benefits. In this role, you will lead the quality function, driving continuous improvement and problem-solving initiatives across a heavy machining environment. You will oversee ISO 9000-2015 development and implementation, manage supplier quality, and ensure compliance with military specifications and statistical process controls. This position offers a competitive salary plus excellent benefits including annual profit sharing, low-cost, low deductible medical insurance plans, and more.

Responsibilities for the Quality Manager job in Erie, PA include:

• Lead and administer the quality management system, including corrective action, continuous improvement, and Six Sigma methodologies
• Develop, implement, and maintain ISO 9000-2015 standards and documentation
• Manage supplier quality and ensure adherence to military specifications
• Apply statistical process control and structured problem-solving to improve product quality

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or similar engineering program is required
• Experience in quality management, ideally within a heavy machining or machine shop environment
• Proven experience with quality techniques (Six Sigma, SPC, corrective action, continuous improvement) and ISO 9000-2015
• Understanding of military specifications and supplier quality management; ERP/MRP experience a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, with strong verbal, written, and organizational skills
• Preferred: arc welding experience, metallurgical background, and familiarity with government/military contracts and MRP systems
• This position is subject to ITAR compliance: International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), which requires U.S. person status; ITAR defines U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., "Green Card Holder"), Political Asylee, or Refugee. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire; visa sponsorship or C to C is not available for this position.

Thank you in advance for applying, however, only qualified candidates will be contacted.

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