Quality Manager

Aalberts Integrated Piping Systems Americas; Pageland (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 paid holidays

Competitive benefits package

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Aaalberts Integrated Piping Systems Americas in Pageland, SC is seeking a Quality Manager to lead QA and QC across the Machining Plant and Foundry. You will drive continuous improvement, ensure customer and regulatory compliance, and oversee quality initiatives.

You will collaborate with engineering, production, and supply chain to strengthen quality systems, mentor teams, and uphold a culture of accountability and excellence in manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in quality management, preferably in machining and/or foundry operations.
• Strong knowledge of industry standards such as ISO 9001 or similar.
• Proficiency in quality tools and methodologies (e.g., FMEA, SPC, PPAP, MSA, Root Cause Analysis).
• Experience with ERP systems and quality management software.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Quality Management System in alignment with ISO 9001.
• Ensure adherence to customer-specific requirements and regulatory standards.
• Lead audits of QMS and oversee corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Oversee product inspections, testing, and validation processes at both the Machining Plant and Foundry.
• Establish and monitor key quality metrics (e.g., scrap rates, defect rates, PPM, customer complaints).
• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to address quality issues.

Skills

Quality management

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field

Tools

FMEA

SPC

PPAP

MSA

Job description

This is an excellent opportunity for a drivenQuality Managerto unlock your ambition and work the future at Aalberts.

As afull-timeQuality Managerin theQuality DepartmentatAalberts,locatedinPageland, SC,youwilllead and oversee all quality assurance and control activities for both the Machining Plant and Foundry operations. This role ensures that products meet or exceed customer and regulatory requirements while driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction. The Quality Manager will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including production, engineering, and supply chain, tomaintainand improve quality systems and processes.

the Aalberts way

Aalberts is built on entrepreneurship. We believe the more space people are given, the greater their chance of finding brilliant solutions for our customers. That is why we encourage everyone to take ownership, think independently yet work as one team. You are in charge today of what happens tomorrow. For yourself, for the company, and for our planet.

• Develop, implement, andmaintainthe Quality Management System tocomply withindustry standards such as ISO 9001.
• Ensure adherence to customer-specific requirements and relevant regulatory standards.
• Conduct regular audits of QMS and oversee corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Oversee product inspections, testing, and validation processes at both the Machining Plant and Foundry.
• Establish andmonitorkey quality metrics (e.g., scrap rates, defect rates, PPM, customer complaints).
• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to address quality issues.
• Collaborate with engineering and production toestablishrobust product specifications and manufacturing processes.
• Manage and mentor the Quality Assurance and Quality Control teams at both plants.
• Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement within the team.
• Provide training and development opportunities to enhance team competencies.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customer quality-related concerns, audits, and visits.
• Work with suppliers to improve incoming material quality and resolve non-conformances.
• Collaborate with customers to understand and fulfill quality requirements and expectations.
• Ensure all quality processes align with health, safety, and environmental policies.
• Support initiatives to mitigate risks associated with foundry and machining operations.
• Supervise and leadthequality team, including hiring,dailysupervision, coaching, mentoring, and performing annual reviews
• Completeadditionalduties as assigned by manager.

requirements

• Associate’sorBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, ora relatedfield.
• 5+ years of experience in quality management, preferably in machining and/or foundry operations.
• Strong knowledge of industry standards such as ISO 9001or similar.
• Proficiencyin quality tools and methodologies (e.g., FMEA, SPC, PPAP, MSA, Root Cause Analysis).
• Familiarity with machining and foundry processes and their quality challenges.
• Experience with ERP systems and quality management software.

why work atAalberts?

• Globally renowned company,dedicated to technological innovation and excellence
• Diverse teamsof passionate individuals,committed to making a difference
• Professional growth and developmentopportunities
• Think independently yet work as one team
• Be in charge today of what happens tomorrow

We are a companyofover 13,000 passionate people spread across 50 countries, working as one to engineer mission-critical technologies, making impact in everyday life.Aalberts IPSA proudly supportseco-friendly buildings to high-tech manufacturing, minuscule microchips to the largest seagoing vessels,andnext gen vehicles to lightweight airplanes. Since 1975, we have been at the forefront of where technological innovation trulymattersand progress is really made for a clean,smartand responsible future.

work environment

• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, or climb for extended periods.
• Frequently required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds withoutassistance.
• Use of hands to handle tools, parts, and equipment; ability to reach with hands and arms.
• Regularly required to speak, hear, and see clearly with or without corrective lenses or hearing aids.
• Ability to work in confined spaces, at heights, or in awkward positions as needed for repairs or inspections.
• Foundry environment involving exposure tohigh temperatures, loud noise, dust, smoke, and molten metal.
• May be exposed to moving mechanical parts, hot surfaces, and fumes or airborne particles.
• Required to wearappropriate personalprotective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, steel-toed boots, gloves, hearing protection, and respirators when applicable.
• Ability to respond to alarms and emergencies in a fast-paced industrial setting.
• Clear verbal communication skills to coordinate with all departments,vendorsand colleagues.Specifically, upper intermediate (B2) language level in English.

minimum travel to Aalberts sites up to20% of the time.

compensation and benefits

The salaried rate for this role is fair and decided upon based on experience and proven skills alignment through our interview process. This role will observe our company's 12 paid holidays, generous paid time off and competitive full suite benefits package.

go ahead, work the future at Aalberts

Our procedure involves application submission, screening, assessments,selection, and offer/onboarding. The process follows a tentativetime frameand is subject to the availability of both parties and the completion of each stage.

our commitment to all

Aalberts IPSAis an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race,color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Uninvited agency solicitation will not be considered. Profiles sent by third-party recruiters will be treated as direct applications from the candidate.

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