Quality Manager (Family Owned Metal Company)

Jobot; Mishawaka (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a hands-on Quality Manager for a well-established manufacturing organization in Mishawaka, IN. You will own the quality function, maintain the QMS, lead PPAP processes, and mentor a small quality team.

You will ensure ISO 9000 compliance, review customer specs, develop quality metrics, and collaborate across manufacturing and engineering to reduce defects and raise standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Mathematics, Manufacturing, or a related technical field preferred.
• Minimum 5+ years of quality experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience in a Quality Manager, Quality Supervisor, Senior Quality Engineer, or similar leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of PPAP methodologies and requirements.
• Thorough understanding of ISO 9000 quality systems and compliance standards.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Strong understanding and practical application of GD&T.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Experience with Keyence 3D measurement systems, CMM equipment, and/or portable inspection arms is highly preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root cause investigation skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the company's quality management system and quality procedures.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9000 standards and customer quality requirements.
• Lead and oversee PPAP submissions, documentation, and approval processes.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Partner with manufacturing, engineering, and operations teams to drive quality improvements and reduce defects.
• Review customer specifications and ensure quality standards are properly communicated and implemented.
• Develop and monitor quality metrics, reports, and performance indicators.
• Perform audits, inspections, and process evaluations to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.
• Support customer and supplier quality initiatives as needed.
• Train and mentor quality personnel while fostering a culture of quality throughout the organization.
• Assist with inspection activities and quality investigations as required.

Skills

Quality leadership

Root cause analysis

Analytical thinking

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Quality

Tools

MS Office

Keyence 3D systems

CMM equipment

Portable inspection arms

Job description

Our client is a well-established manufacturing organization specializing in precision-engineered products for a diverse customer base across multiple industries. Known for its commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction, this company has built a reputation for delivering reliable products while maintaining high manufacturing standards. The organization fosters a collaborative, hands-on environment where employees play a direct role in driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Why join us?

• Join a stable and growing manufacturing organization with a strong reputation for quality and customer service.
• Take ownership of the quality function in a highly visible leadership role.
• Work directly with operations and leadership to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Enjoy a hands-on environment where your contributions have a measurable impact on company performance.
• Lead and develop a small quality team while helping shape quality systems and best practices.
• Be part of a culture that values accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence.

Salary: $80,000 - $100,000 per year

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the company's quality management system and quality procedures.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9000 standards and customer quality requirements.
• Lead and oversee PPAP submissions, documentation, and approval processes.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Partner with manufacturing, engineering, and operations teams to drive quality improvements and reduce defects.
• Review customer specifications and ensure quality standards are properly communicated and implemented.
• Develop and monitor quality metrics, reports, and performance indicators.
• Perform audits, inspections, and process evaluations to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.
• Support customer and supplier quality initiatives as needed.
• Train and mentor quality personnel while fostering a culture of quality throughout the organization.
• Assist with inspection activities and quality investigations as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Mathematics, Manufacturing, or a related technical field preferred.
• Minimum 5+ years of quality experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience in a Quality Manager, Quality Supervisor, Senior Quality Engineer, or similar leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of PPAP methodologies and requirements.
• Thorough understanding of ISO 9000 quality systems and compliance standards.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Strong understanding and practical application of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Experience with Keyence 3D measurement systems, CMM equipment, and/or portable inspection arms is highly preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root cause investigation skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within metalworking, machining, fabrication, or related manufacturing environments.
• Metallurgy knowledge or experience working with metal products.
• Experience implementing quality improvements and process control initiatives.
• Familiarity with customer-driven quality requirements and audits.

Key Traits for Success

• Hands-on leadership style.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Strong sense of accountability and ownership.
• Ability to effectively communicate with production, engineering, customers, and leadership teams.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on quality excellence.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.