Quality Section Manager
We are partnering with a leading steel manufacturer seeking a Quality Section Manager to oversee quality performance within a large-scale manufacturing operation. This position will lead a team of quality professionals, drive continuous improvement initiatives, maintain quality system compliance, and work closely with operations to enhance product quality and customer satisfaction. This is an excellent opportunity for a quality leader with experience in metallurgy, materials science, or heavy manufacturing who enjoys developing teams, solving complex technical challenges, and making a tangible impact on plant performance.
Job Description
- Lead and maintain quality management systems while ensuring compliance with customer and industry requirements.
- Manage and develop a team of quality engineers and technical professionals.
- Drive corrective and preventive actions to improve quality performance and reduce recurring issues.
- Partner with operations, engineering, maintenance, and production teams to drive process improvements.
- Support customer quality initiatives and resolve product-related quality concerns.
- Analyze quality data, trends, and KPIs to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Lead investigations related to product quality, process deviations, and material disposition.
- Support continuous improvement projects focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
- Ensure adherence to ISO and IATF quality standards.
The Successful Applicant
- Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- 6+ years of manufacturing experience.
- Previous leadership or management experience.
- Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 quality systems.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Preferred: Steel, metals, or heavy industrial manufacturing experience.
- Preferred: Union manufacturing experience.
- Preferred: Product quality and inspection experience.
- Preferred: Professional certification or involvement in quality-related organizations.
What's on Offer
- Base salary: $130,000 - $150,000
- 20% annual bonus opportunity
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning on day one
- 401(k) with company match
- Three weeks of vacation plus paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement assistance
- Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
- Strong career advancement opportunities within a growing organization
Job Summary
Sector: Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector: Quality, Technical
Industry: Industrial / Manufacturing
Where: Hammond
Contract Type: Permanent