Quality Systems Lead (AS9100) & Process Improvement

KOB Solutions, Inc.; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

KOB Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Quality Manager to own the AS9100 Quality Management System across production and admin processes. You will lead internal and registrar audits, drive corrective actions (8D, CARs, SCARs), and ensure timely PPAPs and first article inspections.

You will mentor production staff to elevate quality awareness and maintain robust quality controls. The role emphasizes hands-on inspection, collaboration with Engineering and Maintenance, and proactive risk management to

Qualifications

• Lead and maintain AS9100 QMS and audit programs.
• Drive corrective actions across departments (8D, CARs, SCARs).
• Coordinate with Production, Engineering and QA to address quality risks.
• Ensure on-time completion of PPAPs and first article inspections.

Responsibilities

• Own and maintain the AS9100 Quality Management System and ensure effectiveness.
• Lead internal and external audits including customer and registrar audits.
• Monitor quality performance and address issues in real time.
• Communicate quality performance and risks to leadership promptly.
• Perform hands-on inspection to verify quality standards.
• Coach floor personnel to improve quality awareness and execution.
• Drive corrective actions across departments and verify effectiveness.
• Serve as primary contact for customer quality issues.

Skills

Quality management

AS9100

Audits

8D process

Cross-functional

Education

Bachelor's in engineering/quality

Tools

Laser scanning

Dimensional inspection

Job description

KOB Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Quality Manager to own the AS9100 Quality Management System across production and admin processes. You will lead internal and registrar audits, drive corrective actions (8D, CARs, SCARs), and ensure timely PPAPs and first article inspections.

You will mentor production staff to elevate quality awareness and maintain robust quality controls. The role emphasizes hands-on inspection, collaboration with Engineering and Maintenance, and proactive risk management to