Quality Manager

FXI; Tupelo (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition assistance

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

FXI in Tupelo, MS is seeking a Quality Manager to lead the plant's Quality Management System, ensure ISO 9001 compliance, and drive continuous improvement.

You will guide labs, lead Lean Six Sigma projects, mentor teams, and partner with operations and engineering to improve product quality, reduce waste, and boost customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent required.
• AIAG Core Tools knowledge preferred (FMEA, Control Plans, PPAP, CAPA).
• Strong statistical knowledge including SPC and data analysis.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing in a production environment.
• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint; Minitab/JMP a plus.

Responsibilities

• Administer and improve the plant's QMS to meet ISO 9001.
• Generate quality metrics, KPIs, and documentation.
• Oversee nonconforming material, calibration, document control, and complaints.
• Lead internal audits for ISO compliance and audit readiness.
• Drive APQP/Core Tools (PPAP, MSA, SPC, FMEA) with Eng.
• Manage CAPA system and root-cause analysis.
• Review Design Control docs and conduct QMS training.
• Lead onsite Corporate Lab and ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation.
• Drive Kaizen, Lean, DMAIC, 5S, and OEE improvement.

Skills

AIAG Core Tools

Statistical Analysis

Lean

Excel/PowerPoint

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Minitab/JMP

Job description

Job Title: Quality Manager

Job Location: Tupelo, MS

Job Type: On-Site

Reporting to: Plant Manager

Company Overview:

FXI is a leading producer of foam innovation in the Bedding, Furniture, Industrial, Home & Office, Healthcare, and Transportation markets. We have made it our mission to provide tailored solutions that delight our customers and consumers. With our corporate headquarters, high-tech research and development facility, and multiple manufacturing locations in North America, FXI has built a culture of innovation and achievement that is recognized by customers, suppliers and peers. Our products include finished goods, sub-assemblies, services, and raw materials for OEMs, fabricators, and retailers. You will find FXI's foam innovations inside, around, and under yourself in countless applications. Everywhere foam goes, FXI's innovations lead the way! Won’t you join us?

Job Overview:

The Quality Manager is responsible for leading the plant's Quality Management System while driving a culture of operational excellence. This role ensures compliance with ISO standards, oversees lab and product quality processes, and strengthens customer satisfaction through robust quality controls. In addition, the manager leads continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and improve process capability. Partnering closely with operations, engineering, and leadership, this position champions datadriven decision-making and standard work across the plant. Ultimately, this leader plays a critical role in elevating performance, enabling sustained improvement, and supporting FXI's commitment to innovation and quality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer and continuously improve the plant's Quality Management System (QMS) to meet ISO 9001 requirements.
• Generate and maintain quality metrics, KPIs, and required quality documentation.
• Oversee programs for nonconforming material, calibration, document control, and product complaint investigations.
• Manage the internal audit process to ensure consistent ISO compliance and audit readiness.
• Lead APQP and Core Quality Tools activities, including PPAP, MSA, SPC, and FMEA, and support process validations with Engineering.
• Administer the CAPA system, driving effective root cause analysis and preventive actions.
• Review and approve Design Control and Design Transfer documentation while conducting QMS and quality training.
• Manage the onsite Corporate Lab, including ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation, and lead a team of Lab and Quality Technicians.
• Drive Continuous Improvement efforts through Kaizen, Lean, DMAIC, 5S, visual management, standard work, and OEE improvement initiatives.
• Identify, scope, and mentor Lean Six Sigma projects, supporting Green Belts and coaching the organization in process excellence

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent years of experience.
• AIAG Core Tools expertise, including FMEA, Control Plans, Process Flows, Risk Analysis (HARM), Fault Tree Analysis, and CAPA/rootcause methodologies. (preferred)
• Strong applied statistical knowledge, including SPC, process capability, and data analysis.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing tools in a production environment.
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Minitab or JMP preferred.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present effectively to individuals and groups.
• Demonstrated strengths in customer focus, continuous improvement mindset, and results orientation.
• Strong leadership qualities, including the ability to coach teams and influence crossfunctional groups.
• Highly analytical, organized, and strategic thinker with strong comprehension and documentation abilities.

Total Rewards:

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Basic and optional life insurance
• Short and longterm disability coverage
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Tuition assistance
• Flexible spending accounts

Our Commitment to a Diverse Workforce:

FXI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. FXI does not discriminate in employment matters on the basis of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or based on any individual's membership in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We support workplace diversity. We strongly believe that diversity contributes to a broader collective perspective that will consistently lead to a better company and better products. We are working hard to increase the diversity of our team wherever we can.

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.