Quality Manager (Manufacturing Exp Req)

Rhodes Wolfe; Lawrence (MA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401k with Match

Education Reimbursement Program

Job summary

Rhodes Wolfe in Lawrence, MA is seeking a Quality Manager to own the QMS, drive continuous improvement, and ensure regulatory compliance across the manufacturing operation.

Ideal candidates bring ISO 9001 experience, leadership, and a proven track record in CAPA and cost-quality improvements, with strong cross-functional collaboration.

This full-time role offers a competitive salary, profit sharing, and strong benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Quality Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field.
• 5+ years quality experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Management experience required.
• In-depth knowledge of ISO 9001 standards.
• Experience with corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and root cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, maintain QMS in compliance with ISO 9001 and other regulatory standards.
• Coordinate and lead audits (internal, customer, third-party); ensure timely resolution of findings.
• Manage corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and conduct root cause analysis.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives through Lean, Six Sigma, other quality methodologies.
• Maintain quality procedures, work instructions, forms, records, and other QMS documentation.
• Monitor and report quality performance, trends, and compliance metrics.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop quality inspectors and technicians.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve quality issues and support product changes.
• Develop/deliver quality standards, inspection techniques, and regulatory requirements trainings.
• Maintain accurate employee training and qualification records.
• Manage supplier quality performance, including audits, approvals, and corrective actions.
• Support first article inspections (FAI) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) activities.
• Monitor/reduce cost of poor quality (COPQ), including scrap, rework, warranty claims, returns.
• Partner with Finance /Operations to evaluate financial impact, identify cost-saving opportunities.

Skills

Quality management

ISO 9001

CAPA/root cause analysis

Leadership/Management

Continuous improvement

Education

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

Job description

Quality Manager (Manufacturing/ISO 9001 exp req)

Location: Lawrence, MA

Salary: $115,000 - $135,000 DOE + Annual Profit Sharing Bonus + Benefits

Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision, 401k w/ Match, Education Reimbursement Program, and More

Job Type: Full-Time

Typical Hours: Mon-Fri 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Start Date: ASAP

Sponsorship: Not Available

Quality Manager (Manufacturing/ISO 9001 exp req) Description

Our client is looking for a Quality Manager to add to their team. Reporting to the VP of Operations, you will own the QMS and drive continuous improvement, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence across the organization. Whether you are ready to rise into a Quality Manager position or are looking for a better opportunity through a lateral move, this may be the perfect role for you. Ideal candidates are analytical and collaborative leaders who can work across departments, develop quality teams, and drive improvements in quality, cost, and customer satisfaction. This is a great opportunity to work with a stable, long-term company that values its people, their growth, and providing opportunities you may not find in a larger organization.

Quality Manager (Manufacturing/ISO 9001 exp req) Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, maintain QMS in compliance with ISO 9001 and other regulatory standards


• Coordinate and lead audits (internal, customer, third-party); ensure timely resolution of findings


• Manage corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and conduct root cause analysis


• Lead continuous improvement initiatives through Lean, Six Sigma, other quality methodologies


• Maintain quality procedures, work instructions, forms, records, and other QMS documentation


• Monitor and report quality performance, trends, and compliance metrics


• Supervise, mentor, and develop quality inspectors and technicians


• Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve quality issues and support product changes


• Develop/deliver quality standards, inspection techniques, and regulatory requirements trainings


• Maintain accurate employee training and qualification records


• Manage supplier quality performance, including audits, approvals, and corrective actions


• Support first article inspections (FAI) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) activities


• Monitor/reduce cost of poor quality (COPQ), including scrap, rework, warranty claims, returns


• Partner with Finance /Operations to evaluate financial impact, identify cost-saving opportunities

Quality Manager (Manufacturing/ISO 9001 exp req) Qualifications

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


• 5+ years quality experience in a manufacturing environment required


• Management experience required


• In-depth knowledge of applicable quality standards and regulations (ISO 9001) required


• Experience with corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and root cause analysis required