Quality Manager

Hardy Process Solutions; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Savings/Flexible Spending Accounts

Life & Supplemental Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

11 Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Team Events

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company located in the United States seeks an experienced Quality Manager to lead their Quality Management System. Responsibilities include driving quality strategy, conducting audits, and building a high-performing quality team. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and over 7 years of experience in manufacturing. The role requires strong leadership, problem-solving skills, and a deep knowledge of reliability engineering. The company offers comprehensive benefits including health savings accounts and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant experience in a manufacturing facility.
• Strong understanding and practical application of Lean principles.
• Experience with quality standards like ISO 9001:2015.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and improvement of the Quality Management System.
• Own daily execution of the quality strategy.
• Conduct audits and certifications including ISO, PED, ASME.

Skills

Integrity

Problem-solving

Leadership

Communication

Data-driven decision making

Lean principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering discipline

Tools

Minitab

Weibull

APQP processes

Job description

HANSEN Technologies, located in Commerce, Georgia, is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of valves and controls for large industrial refrigeration systems. We are known for delivering high-quality, innovative products backed by exceptional customer service and unmatched technical expertise.

For more than 40 years, our engineering teams have pioneered advancements in industrial refrigeration. From introducing the first AUTO-PURGER® in 1984 to developing Vari-Level® continuous level sensing technology in 1988—and most recently launching POP-EYE self-alerting pressure relief valves, ACT anti-corrosion technology, and an expanding CO₂ product line—HANSEN continues to set industry standards for innovation and reliability.

Our success is driven by our people. We are committed to building a diverse, well-trained, and highly motivated team that values continuous improvement, collaboration, and a strong work ethic.

HANSEN Technologies is part of the Indicor family of companies—15 diversified industrial solutions businesses providing mission-critical products to manufacturers worldwide. With decades of experience producing dependable, highly-engineered solutions, Indicor businesses deliver performance and value that are difficult to find anywhere else.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS)
• Own daily execution of the quality strategy, driving measurable and sustained improvements
• Plan, coordinate, and execute all audits and certifications (ISO, PED, ASME, UL, CSA)
• Champion focused, data-driven problem-solving on key business and quality objectives
• Drive a consistently improving customer experience through quality excellence
• Build and develop a high-performing quality team through hiring, coaching, and development
• Communicate clear strategies, action plans, and performance results across the organization
• Contribute to broader business strategy and operational execution beyond your scope
• Apply reliability engineering principles, including modeling and preventative/predictive measures
• Utilize APQP processes (PFMEA, control plans, PPAP, supplier quality readiness)
• Leverage statistical and reliability tools (e.g., Minitab, Weibull, ReliaSoft, Crystal Ball)

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE

• Bachelors degree (Engineering discipline preferred) and 7+ years of relevant experience in a manufacturing facility
• Demonstrates unwavering integrity and a steadfast commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance
• Strong intellectual curiosity and desire to deeply understand the business, customers, and markets
• Ability to prioritize what matters most and maintain focus amid competing demands
• Data-driven mindset with the ability to influence decisions through facts and analysis
• Advanced interpersonal skills with a genuine, collaborative approach that fosters positive working relationships
• Exceptional problem-solving skills with a disciplined, process-oriented approach
• Continuous improvement mindset with a drive to raise standards and exceed expectations
• Ownership mentality with accountability for outcomes and business success
• Strong understanding and practical application of Lean principles (Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt preferred)
• Ability to teach and mentor others in problem-solving methodologies
• Deep knowledge of reliability engineering and risk management
• Solid technical aptitude to understand products and manufacturing processes
• Experience with quality standards (ISO 9001:2015 or similar such as AS9100, IATF/TS16949, PED)
• Certified Internal Auditor (preferred)

MORE DETAILS

• Work Environment: Manufacturing setting with regular exposure to moving mechanical parts and moderate noise levels
• Physical Requirements: Frequent standing and walking; occasional sitting, communication, and lifting up to 25 lbs; requires standard visual abilities (close, distance, color, peripheral, depth)
• Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday; extended hours and occasional weekends as needed
• Travel: Primarily local travel with occasional out-of-area trips

WHAT WE OFFER

• Health Savings/Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA)
• Life & Supplemental Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Team Events

Hansen provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.