Quality Manager
Our client, a company producing precision engineered metal components and assemblies, is seeking a Quality Manager to join their team. As a Quality Manager, you will be part of the Operations Team supporting Manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in being the strategic owner of quality across the firm’s primary manufacturing locations (2-3). The right person will help build and mature quality systems, perform as a hands-on working manager and be a credible quality voice with customers, suppliers and Sr. Leadership. This role reports directly to the President of the company. This role is not open to candidates requiring relocation to SE Wisconsin, it is not open to candidates with visa or sponsorship requirements, and strongest consideration will be given to candidates from the Milwaukee, WI metro area and is a direct hire opportunity.
Job Title: Quality Manger
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Pay: $115-$125K annually, benefits
Key Responsibilities
- Own the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System across two primary manufacturing facilities.
- Lead and develop a team of quality engineers, inspectors, auditors, and technicians; build a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
- Serve as the technical quality resource for engineered metal products, understanding how the company's offerings support customer requirements across multiple end markets.
- Manage incoming material inspection, in-process monitoring, and finished goods inspection to ensure conformance to customer, internal, and regulatory requirements.
- Own calibration and accuracy programs for all monitoring and measurement devices.
- Lead customer quality relationships — corrective actions (8D, 5-Why, CAPA), complaint resolution, and customer audit support.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical discipline.
- 5+ years of progressive quality experience in manufacturing, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
- Hands-on experience with ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 — system ownership, audit leadership, and corrective action management.
- Working knowledge of engineered metal products and metal manufacturing processes (stamping, cold forming, machining, or similar).
- Proven experience with PPAPs, APQP, FMEAs, control plans, MSA, and SPC.
- Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with Match
- Weekly pay with direct deposit
- Holiday Pay
- Referral Rewards
- Monthly Recognition Programs
- Dedicated Career Partner to help you achieve your career goals
- Recognized as World’s Most Ethical Companies in 2023 for 14th year in a row
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