Quality Manager in Mesa

Energy Jobline ZR; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR is seeking a Quality Manager to develop and maintain robust quality systems ensuring products and services meet customer, regulatory, and internal requirements. You will lead the quality team, drive continuous improvement, and coordinate audits across departments.

The role requires strong knowledge of ISO 9001, AS9100, and IATF standards, with 5+ years in quality management in a manufacturing/industrial setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quality, Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 5+ years in quality management within manufacturing/industrial settings.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, AS9100, IATF 16949 and related standards.
• Experience with root-cause analysis tools and CAPA processes.
• Proficiency with quality data reporting and ERP/QMS systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Quality department and supervise quality technicians, inspectors, and auditors.
• Develop and enforce quality systems, policies, and procedures to ensure regulatory and customer compliance.
• Oversee inspections, audits, testing, and non-conformance analysis with corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production, and Supply Chain to address quality issues.
• Lead internal and external audits and manage documentation and audit reports.
• Train staff on quality standards and procedures across the organization.
• Monitor quality metrics and report trends to leadership with improvement recommendations.
• Manage supplier quality, including supplier audits and incoming inspection.
• Maintain quality documentation such as SOPs and work instructions.
• Foster a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Quality leadership

Audits

Root cause analysis

QMS compliance

Data analysis

Communication

ERP/QMS familiarity

Lean Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quality/Engineering

Tools

MS Office

QMS software

Job description

Job Description

Position Summary

The Quality Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining the company's quality systems and processes to ensure products and services meet customer, regulatory, and internal requirements. This role oversees all quality assurance and control activities and leads continuous improvement efforts across departments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Quality department, including supervision of quality technicians, inspectors, and auditors
• Develop, maintain, and enforce quality systems, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with company standards, customer specifications, and applicable regulations (e.g., ISO, AS9100, FDA, etc.)
• Oversee inspections, audits, testing, and root cause analysis of non-conformances; develop corrective and preventive actions
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production, and Supply Chain teams to identify quality concerns and drive resolution
• Lead internal and external audits, manage documentation, and prepare audit reports
• Train employees on quality standards, procedures, and expectations across the organization
• Monitor quality performance metrics and trends; report findings to leadership and recommend improvements
• Manage supplier quality, including vendor audits, incoming inspection protocols, and performance tracking
• Maintain control of quality documentation including work instructions, standard operating procedures, and inspection records
• Promote a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement across all levels of the organization

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quality, Engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in quality management, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Strong knowledge of quality systems and standards (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100, IATF 16949, etc.)
• Experience with root cause analysis tools (e.g., 8D, Fishbone, 5 Whys) and CAPA processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and quality data/reporting tools
• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills
• Quality certifications (e.g., CQE, CQA, Six Sigma, Lean)
• Experience with ERP or quality management systems (QMS software)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong leadership and team development skills
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making ability
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Effective written and verbal communication
• Ability to interpret technical drawings/specifications
• Familiarity with inspection tools and measurement systems