Quality Manager

Orion Castings; North Billerica (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Training & career growth

Career advancement

Job summary

Orion Castings, a leading die casting manufacturer, seeks a Quality Manager to be a key member of the management team. You will oversee the quality management system across the manufacturing process and post-manufacturing support, driving improvements and ensuring customer satisfaction.

You will lead quality engineers and inspectors, coordinate APQP/PPAP activities, and collaborate with internal departments and external customers to uphold ISO/AS9100/Nadcap standards and continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and 5+ years supervisory experience or 10 years industry-specific supervisory/management experience.
• Ability to analyze drawings, SPC data, and GD&T requirements.
• Ability to distill requirements into practical form (form, fit, function).
• Experience analyzing manufacturing processes to identify root cause and corrective action.

Responsibilities

• Manage, maintain, and improve the Quality Management System across manufacturing and post-manufacturing processes.
• Lead a team of quality engineers and inspectors.
• Oversee QC department workflow, including inspection.
• Coordinate quality improvement initiatives across the company.
• Interface with customers, vendors, and certification bodies regarding QMS.
• Lead APQP activity and PPAP submissions.
• Develop and maintain quality control work instructions.
• Manage RMA and internal MRB processes.
• Drive investigations and corrective actions for quality issues.

Skills

GD&T

Mechanical inspection

ISO/AS9100/Nadcap

Certifications awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

5+ years related experience or 10 years industry experience incl. supervision

Tools

CMM

Job description

Orion Castings is North America’s leading full-service aluminum, zinc, and magnesium die casting manufacturer. Since 1970, we have produced the highest-quality die cast parts and assemblies for major customers, sharing a deep dedication to stretching the boundaries of what’s possible in manufacturing.

Our Cambridge Division is one of Orion Castings longest-running facilities. Founded in 1945, Cambridge has been providing contract manufacturing die casting worldwide for more than 80 years. Operating out of a massive 300,000-square-foot facility, we provide a large-scale environment for expert manufacturing services.

At Orion Castings, we build careers—not jobs. There is a reason why so many of our team members celebrate 20+ years with the company. Start here, retire here, and join us in making advanced aluminum die cast parts for the aerospace, medical device, robotics, and defense industries.

Summary

We are looking for a Quality Manager who will be a critical part of our management team and have a tangible effect on the success of the business.

The Quality Manager is responsible for all quality assurance functions throughout the manufacturing process and post-manufacturing support. The Quality Manager serves as a leader in the business, working closely with all internal departments and external customers.

Compensation & Schedule

Salary Range: $100,000 - $130,000 / year (Depending on experience)

Schedule: Full-Time | Day Shift

At Orion Castings, we invest in our employees' well-being and future. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you both professionally and personally:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
• Secure Your Future: 401(k) with a competitive company match.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), dedicated sick time, and 11 paid company holidays.
• Invest in Your Growth: Tuition reimbursement and paid leadership/technical training.
• Career Advancement: Clear opportunities to advance your professional career within a stable, long-running facility.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage, improve, and maintain the Quality Management System for continued effectiveness.
• Manage a team of quality engineers and inspectors.
• Manage the flow of work through the QC department, including inspection.
• Organize, promote, and manage companywide quality improvement efforts.
• Work directly with customers, vendors, certification bodies, etc. on issues related to the QMS.
• Within manufacturing facility, oversee APQP activity. Prepare and submit PPAPs/FAIs.
• Manage the preparation, implementation, and maintenance of Quality Control work instructions.
• Manage RMA and internal MRB processes.
• Lead investigations and corrective actions related to quality issues/concerns.

Please note that the duties and requirements described herein are intended to represent general contents of this job. This is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties and responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, plus 5 years related experience -or- 10 years industry specific experience including supervisory/management responsibilities.
• Ability to analyze and interpret drawings, specifications, and SPC/Cpk data
• Ability to distill requirements and their practical applications – form, fit, function
• Ability to analyze manufacturing processes to establish root cause and corrective action

Skills:

• GD&T
• Mechanical inspection
• CMM fixturing and output analysis
• Understanding of/experience with relevant certifications – ISO, AS9100, Nadcap, etc.

This is a demanding position that requires an individual who strives for personal excellence. There is immense opportunity for growth in the department itself and/or in other areas of the business