Quality Manager

Ppswork; Willoughby (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

PPSWORK is seeking an experienced Quality Manager for aerospace manufacturing in Willoughby, OH. You will lead AS9100/ISO 9001 quality programs, drive continuous improvement, and act as the main quality liaison with customers and production.

The role demands hands-on expertise in CNC machining, precision manufacturing, and quality systems. ITAR/EAR compliance awareness is essential for safeguarding sensitive work. Full in-person responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related field.
• 10+ years of manufacturing experience.
• 5+ years in an ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and manufacturing knowledge.
• Experience in precision machining or aerospace manufacturing.
• Strong GD&T and blueprint reading.

Responsibilities

• Oversee AS9100 and ISO 9001 QMS implementation and maintenance.
• Maintain corrective action and discrepant material logs.
• Serve as the primary customer contact for quality issues.
• Manage calibration of measuring equipment including GAGEtrak.
• Review certifications and quality requirements for production.
• Conduct internal quality audits and complete FAIRs.
• Perform Gage R&R and MSA analyses; conduct Cpk/SPC studies.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and preventives actions.
• Drive scrap reduction and throughput improvements; manage non-conforming product.

Skills

AS9100/ISO 9001

GD&T

Blueprint reading

Gage R&R

SPC

Cpk

CNC knowledge

Quality assurance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or related field

Tools

GAGEtrak

CMM

Optical comparator

Keyence vision systems

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Quality Manager – Aerospace Manufacturing

Full-Time | In-Person

We are seeking an experienced Quality Manager to lead quality assurance and quality management activities for a high-precision aerospace manufacturing operation. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on quality professional with a strong mechanical background and experience in CNC machining, aerospace manufacturing, and AS9100/ISO 9001 environments.

The ideal candidate will be comfortable working directly with production, customers, and employees while driving quality, compliance, and continuous improvement throughout the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and maintain the AS9100 and ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems
• Maintain corrective action and discrepant material logs
• Serve as the primary customer contact for quality-related issues
• Manage calibration of measuring equipment and instruments, including GAGEtrak
• Review certifications and quality requirements
• Review quality requirements on production routers
• Conduct regular internal quality audits
• Complete First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs)
• Perform Gage R&R and Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA)
• Conduct process capability studies using Cpk and Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Perform random in-process quality inspections
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and preventative action
• Drive initiatives to reduce scrap, improve quality, and increase production throughput
• Manage non-conforming product and determine appropriate disposition
• Work closely with production to identify and resolve quality issues
• Maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal teams
• Promote a positive, collaborative, and quality-focused work environment
• Ensure compliance with established quality system requirements and company procedures

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related field
• 10+ years of manufacturing experience
• 5+ years of experience in an ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 environment
• Strong mechanical aptitude and manufacturing knowledge
• Experience working in a precision machining or aerospace manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of GD&T and blueprint reading
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities

Preferred Experience

• 2+ years of quality management or supervisory experience
• Experience with CMM, optical comparator, Keyence vision systems, calipers, and micrometers
• Experience with CNC machining and high-precision manufacturing
• Experience with FAIRs, Gage R&R, Cpk, SPC, and continuous improvement
• Strong knowledge of quality inspection and measurement systems

ITAR / EAR Requirements

This position is subject to ITAR and EAR requirements and requires U.S. Person Status, including U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder), Political Asylee, or Refugee status. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Job Number: 5400