Quality Manager

The Judge Group; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The Judge Group is seeking a hands-on Quality Manager for a growing manufacturing company to lead quality operations, drive continuous improvement, and reduce defects across production processes. The role requires expertise in root cause analysis, quality systems, customer relations, and team development.

Key responsibilities include leading corrective actions, mentoring the quality team, overseeing quality systems and audits, and coordinating with customers and suppliers on quality matters to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or related technical field preferred.
• 5+ years of quality leadership experience in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, root cause analysis, SPC, CAPA, audits, and continuous improvement tools.
• Experience working with customers and suppliers on quality matters.
• Experience in metal casting, machining, foundry, aerospace, automotive, or defense manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions to reduce defects, scrap, and customer quality issues.
• Develop and mentor the quality team while promoting accountability and continuous improvement.
• Manage quality systems, audits, process controls, SPC, FMEAs, and ISO 9001 compliance.
• Drive quality improvement initiatives through data analysis, trend monitoring, and performance metrics.
• Serve as the primary quality contact for customers, suppliers, audits, and corrective action activities.
• Support product certification, traceability, inspections, testing, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Oversee laboratory, calibration, and measurement systems to ensure product and process quality.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Quality systems

Customer relations

Team development

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Quality/Manufacturing

Tools

ISO 9001

SPC

FMEA

CAPA

Audits

Job description

A growing manufacturing company is seeking a hands‑on Quality Manager to lead quality operations, drive continuous improvement, and reduce defects across production processes. This role requires a strong background in root cause analysis, quality systems, customer relations, and team development.

• Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions to reduce defects, scrap, and customer quality issues.
• Develop and mentor the quality team while promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Manage quality systems, audits, process controls, SPC, FMEAs, and ISO 9001 compliance.
• Drive quality improvement initiatives through data analysis, trend monitoring, and performance metrics.
• Serve as the primary quality contact for customers, suppliers, audits, and corrective action activities.
• Support product certification, traceability, inspections, testing, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Oversee laboratory, calibration, and measurement systems to ensure product and process quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related technical field preferred.
• 5+ years of quality leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, root cause analysis, SPC, CAPA, audits, and continuous improvement tools.
• Experience working directly with customers and suppliers on quality-related matters.
• Metal casting, machining, foundry, aerospace, automotive, or defense manufacturing experience preferred.