Quality Manager

Entegris, Inc.; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Entegris, Inc. Reno manufacturing site is looking for a Quality Manager to lead site quality systems, customer quality assurance, compliance, and continuous improvement to ensure product quality and regulatory adherence.

You will partner across EH&S, Production, Supply Chain, R&D, and external suppliers to drive quality initiatives, risk mitigation, and operational excellence, while sustaining a culture of quality and accountability.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical, Polymer, Chemical or Material or related Engineering discipline, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years in manufacturing and leading Quality Teams.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all organizational levels.

Responsibilities

• Establish, maintain, and continuously improve site quality systems, standards, and governance.
• Ensure quality policies, procedures, and standard methodologies are clearly defined, followed, and sustained.
• Drive a culture of quality, compliance, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure quality-related training requirements are defined, completed, and maintained to support compliance and performance.
• Define, maintain, and improve quality control processes that ensure product conformance and process stability.
• Reduce product and process variation by identifying key contributors and implementing effective control systems.
• Ensure integrity, accuracy, and traceability of quality and product data within quality systems.
• Lead site quality activities including MRB/DRB participation, SPC review, audit support, and supplier quality oversight.
• Maintain audit readiness and support internal, customer, ISO, regulatory, and business audits.
• Ensure audit findings, non-conformances, and observations are addressed through timely and effective corrective actions.
• Work closely with EH&S, Production, Supply Chain, R&D, Customer Quality, and external suppliers to resolve quality issues and mitigate risk.

Skills

Quality leadership

Statistical analysis

Six Sigma

Process control

Lean manufacturing

Education

BS in Mechanical, Polymer, Chemical or Material or related engineering

Tools

Value Stream Mapping

5S+1

Six Sigma tools

Job description

Job Title: Quality Manager

The role: Entegris’ Reno manufacturing site is seeking a Quality Manager to join our team. The Quality Manager is responsible for leading site quality systems, customer quality assurance, compliance, and continuous improvement activities to ensure consistent product quality, regulatory compliance, and customer satisfaction. This role drives a strong quality culture, ensures effective execution of quality processes, and partners cross‑functionally to support business goals, risk mitigation, and operational excellence.

What You’ll Do: Quality Leadership, Compliance, Process Control

• Establish, maintain, and continuously improve site quality systems, standards, and governance.
• Ensure quality policies, procedures, and standard methodologies are clearly defined, followed, and sustained.
• Drive a culture of quality, compliance, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure quality-related training requirements are defined, completed, and maintained to support compliance and performance.
• Define, maintain, and improve quality control processes that ensure product conformance and process stability.
• Reduce product and process variation by identifying key contributors and implementing effective control systems.
• Ensure integrity, accuracy, and traceability of quality and product data within quality systems.
• Lead site quality activities including MRB/DRB participation, SPC review, audit support, and supplier quality oversight.
• Maintain audit readiness and support internal, customer, ISO, regulatory, and business audits.
• Ensure audit findings, non‑conformances, and observations are addressed through timely and effective corrective actions.

Business and Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with EH&S, Production, Supply Chain, R&D, Customer Quality, and external suppliers to resolve quality issues and mitigate risk.
• Build customer confidence through consistent execution, transparency, and quality performance.
• Prioritize quality initiatives based on customer impact, compliance risk, and business need.
• Maintain awareness of plant operations and drive actions necessary to sustain site quality and integrity.
• Support quality‑related cost initiatives including Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) reduction.
• Partner with Product Engineering and cross‑functional teams to define and align on new product quality requirements.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) through quality planning, validation, and transfer readiness activities.
• Coordinating product root cause investigations using statistical analysis and structured problem‑solving methodologies.
• Ensure corrective and preventive actions are effective, sustainable, and verified.
• Communicate investigation outcomes and lessons learned to internal stakeholders and external customers as appropriate.
• Support Product Management and Applications by translating customer and application requirements into quality expectations, while leading FMEA and risk assessments to identify, prioritize, and mitigate product and process risks.

What We Seek

BS in Mechanical, Polymer, Chemical or Material or a related Engineering discipline, or equivalent experience. 3+ years in manufacturing and leading Quality Teams within a manufacturing environment, preferably in a high technology product line. Ability to communicate effectively at various levels of the organization including customer communications. Strategic thinker with a vision that can outline multiple year quality progression path.

Outstanding Candidates Will Have

• Proven experience in semiconductor/polymer processing industry preferred, or combination of 3+ years of relevant education and related manufacturing or quality experience.
• Proven experience with external working relationships and communications, supplier, or customer, preferred.
• Lean/Green Belt certification is a plus.
• Proficient with Lean Manufacturing tools including Value Stream mapping, Identification of the 8 forms of waste, Proficient with 5S+1 and able to guide these techniques.
• Solid understanding of Design of Experiment.
• Strong knowledge, competence, and background in statistics, SPC/SQC, process control, 8D methodology, Six Sigma tools for variability reduction and process improvement.
• Ability to develop and execute qualification requirements and plans.

What We Offer

Lead. Inspire. Innovate. Define Your Future.

Not everyone who works for a global company shares the same background, experiences and perspectives. We leverage the differences of our employees to bring new ideas to the table. Every employee throughout the company is encouraged to share input on projects and initiatives. Our decision-making process is truly a collaborative effort as we realize there are leaders at every level of the organization. We put our values at the core of how we operate as an organization — not just when it’s convenient, but in a lasting and meaningful way. We want the time and energy you spend here to have a positive impact on your life inside and outside of the office.

WHAT WE OFFER

Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you’re looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals. Annual bonus eligibility Progressive paid time off policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match with no delayed vesting Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs Education assistance to support your learning journey A values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence

Entegris does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Entegris immigration sponsorship (e.g., H1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future.

At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.

At Entegris, we want you to be part of our culture, which values your unique talents, skills, and experiences. We believe what we do is as important as how we do it. People at our company bring their true selves to work, and are appreciated not only for what they do, but for who they are. This plus the technical complexity of our products and solutions means you can be sure your work is both challenging and changing the world for the better.

Learn more about why people enjoy working at Entegris.