Quality Manager

Salary Range: $100,000 – $135,000 per year

Summary:

The Quality Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of quality assurance and compliance within a precision machining environment. This role manages customer complaints, returns, and 8D corrective actions, and works closely with plant supervisors and operators to resolve quality issues. The position also leads internal audits, maintains documentation for quality standards, and ensures adherence to industry certifications.

• Manage and implement quality systems to ensure compliance
• Verify use of SPC and other process controls
• Handle customer complaints, returns, and 8D corrective actions
• Maintain logs for timely disposition of parts
• Collaborate with plant supervisors and operators to resolve quality issues
• Conduct internal and certification audits
• Manage documentation for QS, ISO, IATF, and SPC standards
• Interface with inspection department for PPAP preparation and submission
• Oversee quality issues related to suppliers and subcontractors
• Ensure employee training on quality policies and procedures
• Serve as IATF 16949 and AS9100 management representative
• Develop and maintain customer‑specific requirements, FMEA, PFMEA, and flow charts
• Monitor customer portals for updates and compliance issues
• Handle special projects as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field
• 5–10 years of experience in quality management, preferably in precision machined metals
• ASQ certifications (CQM, CQE, or CQA) preferred
• Strong communication and technical writing skills
• Proficient in project management and organizational skills
• Knowledge of QS, ISO, IATF, and SPC standards
• Proven problem‑solving capabilities
• Previous experience as IATF site lead

• Base salary range: $100,000 – $135,000 per year
• Annual discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance
• Bonus eligibility and amount are based upon company and/or individual performance
• No additional forms of compensation (e.g., stock options, equity, profit sharing)
• Salary range is consistent across all locations
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full‑time employees
• Term life and AD&D insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, and additional voluntary benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
• Personal Time Off (PTO) offered on an accrual basis up to 184 hours per year
• 13 paid holidays annually
• Up to 6 weeks of paid parental leave (prorated based on hire date)
• Paid sick leave where applicable by state law
• Wellness benefits including mental health support and employee assistance programs
• Professional development and educational assistance available
• Flexible work arrangements are not available for this position
• No transportation, commuting, or additional unique benefits are offered

• Office and shop floor environments with exposure to machinery and elevated noise levels
• Light physical activity and frequent walking on the production floor
• Moderate noise levels typical of office and factory settings
• Heavy customer contact and occasional overnight travel to customer locations
• Reports to senior leadership

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance