Quality Manager

CentroMotion; West Bend (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits package

401(k) with matching contribution

Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunity

Job summary

CentroMotion in West Bend is seeking a Quality Manager responsible for maintaining quality management systems and ensuring compliance. The role demands leadership in quality processes within a machining and assembly operations facility. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and extensive manufacturing experience, along with strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, a 401(k) with matching contributions, generous PTO, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of experience in manufacturing / ISO 9001.
• Three to five years in a leadership or management position preferred.
• Black or Green Belt training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and sustain the plant quality system, leading rigorous audit compliance.
• Manage the corrective action process using 8D problem-solving techniques.
• Interact frequently with internal and external management concerning projects.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing principles

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Job Description

Seeking candidates with a passion for quality to ensure our quality management system is compliant and capable of meeting or exceeding our customer requirements. The Quality Manager serves as a vital member of the manufacturing operations site leadership team reporting directly to the Plant Manager. Position will be responsible for leading the Quality function for a machining and assembly operations plant. The Quality Manager will provide critical technical support to continuously improve Quality in our manufacturing processes. Moreover, you will be supported by a leadership team that values Lean Manufacturing principles and understands the value and link to achieve operational excellence.

Job Type

Full-time

Responsibilities

• Develop and sustain plant quality system, documenting quality processes and leading rigorous audit of compliance to the quality system. Support part qualification and gauging requirements. Maintain all quality documents (FMEA, control plan, work instructions, etc.) and implement 4P and PPAP processes.
• Manage the corrective action process using 8D problem solving and customer audits. Achieve cost reduction through data‑driven decisions and Lean and Six‑Sigma problem‑solving techniques.
• Manage supplier qualification process, monitor changes in supplier, product and process design, and conduct regular supplier audits.
• Interact frequently with internal and external management and senior‑level representatives concerning projects, operational decisions, scheduling requirements and contractual clarifications.
• Lead briefings and technical meetings for internal and external representatives. Liaise with customers and suppliers. Develop quality goals based on business strategies and collaborate with other business units on common goals and results.
• Establish and implement communication strategy for improvement and awareness of quality issues. Responsible for department financials and managing cost improvements.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.) for positions of 30 hours or more per week.
• Health Savings Account with annual employer contribution.
• Company‑provided Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, and Short‑Term Disability.
• Voluntary Life Insurance, Spousal Life, Child Life, Critical Illness, Accident and Long‑Term Disability.
• 401(k) with matching contribution that is fully vested from day 1.
• Generous amount of PTO plus 14 paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (or closely related technical degree).
• Five or more years of experience in manufacturing / ISO 9001.
• Three to five years in a leadership or management position preferred.
• Black or Green Belt training preferred. Strong interpersonal communication skills, attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Clear and concise verbal and written skills.
• Ability to communicate and influence effectively cross‑functionally and at all levels.

Competencies

• Demonstrate initiative and be a self‑starter with the ability to work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Experience in variance analysis, problem solving and root cause analysis.
• Proficient with Excel spreadsheets and other Microsoft Office products.
• Solid business acumen. Experience with TPS tools such as 5S, VSM, process mapping, policy deployment, Kanban, TPM, JIT, cellular manufacturing, SMED, TQC, 3P’s, flow concepts, etc.
• Project management skills and ability to interpret customer specifications, process flow charts, control plans and PPAP.