Zero-Defects Quality Leader | QMS & Audits

Precision Castparts Corp.; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC) in Michigan seeks a Plant Quality Manager to drive a Zero Defects culture, lead QMS alignment with AS9100/AS13100, and ensure top-tier product quality for aerospace and automotive manufacturing.

You will mentor a QA team, monitor quality metrics, manage customer communications and audits, and partner with Engineering, Operations, Commercial and Sales to embed quality in every process.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Science or Metallurgy or a relevant engineering discipline.
• ASQ Certified Quality Manager preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality management.
• At least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Proven track record of implementing and managing QMS in AS9100, AS13100 and Nadcap.
• Proficient in 8D, SPC, MSA and FMEA methodologies.
• Proven experience in a high-volume production environment.
• Automotive or aerospace engineering/manufacturing background.

Responsibilities

• Manage the implementation and maintenance of the Quality Management System (QMS) in AS9100/AS13100 compliance.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing QA team with a collaborative culture.
• Implement and monitor Quality metrics to reduce defects and cost of poor quality.
• Manage customer communications on quality topics and interface during audits.
• Oversee customer audits, external accreditation and internal audits processes.
• Coordinate on-site resolution of quality issues using robust problem-solving like 8D.
• Control customer-facing quality documentation (PFMEAs, Control Plans, FAIRs, ITPs).
• Collaborate with supply chain to improve Supplier Quality and conduct supplier audits.
• Ensure governance to achieve high quality at every process; act as QMR as needed.
• Represent the Voice of Quality to General Manager and Senior Leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Quality data analysis

Executive communication

Education

Degree in Materials Science or Metallurgy or relevant engineering

ASQ Certified Quality Manager

Tools

8D

SPC

MSA

FMEA

Job description

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC) in Michigan seeks a Plant Quality Manager to drive a Zero Defects culture, lead QMS alignment with AS9100/AS13100, and ensure top-tier product quality for aerospace and automotive manufacturing.

You will mentor a QA team, monitor quality metrics, manage customer communications and audits, and partner with Engineering, Operations, Commercial and Sales to embed quality in every process.