Quality Manager for Modern CNC Machine Shop

Local candidates only. The company was founded in 1985 and we have many employees that have been here over 20 years with some over 30. We produce high-volume, high-precision machined components for medical devices. Join us and help drive excellence as we help our customers develop and build the next generation of medical devices.

Relaxed, team-based work environment. Flexible hours for good work/life balance. Excellent health plan with deductible paid 100% by the company and doctor visit co-pay reimbursement as well, profit sharing / 401k plan and other benefits.

Responsibilities

We are looking for somebody who can be a leader in the inspection department, manage and mentor the 3+ inspectors, have significant manufacturing experience, and excellent manufacturing judgement.

Take a proactive approach to maintaining and improving quality output for the shop. Help department managers develop methods and techniques for monitoring production to improve process control.
Ability to analyze discrepant materials and find the root cause of the discrepancies
Lead the inspection team, act as subject matter expert and an arbiter to resolve disputes about part quality.
Work with other department managers and operators to communicate about and resolve quality issues that may arise.
Help the company create and update procedures which relate to inspection and quality.
Manage the measurement tool calibration system, and order additional devices and gages as required.
Manage any "Discrepant Material" that may occur, including documenting issues and working to resolve them.
Help the quality team to develop appropriate inspection plans
Help write and manage the CMM programs for the inspection department
Analyze output to assure all parts are in compliance with customer requirements.
Customer contact to help resolve any quality issues in manufacturing.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or similar field or equivalent work experience. 12+ years of experience in a manufacturing field, ideally in an ISO-9000 or ISO-13485 certified company. 2-5+ years of direct machine shop experience. Strong CMM experience (including programming) would be a big plus. Experience with SPC a major plus. Ability to read and understand mechanical technical drawings. Very familiar with standard high precision inspection equipment, including micrometers, calipers, drop indicators, measuring microscopes, optical comparator, CMM and vision-based automatic inspection systems. Familiarity with Minitab or similar analysis package is a plus. Familiar with MS windows, and MS office, especially MS Excel.

What You Need To Succeed

Team player with easy-going attitude. Works well both independently and with others. Excellent manufacturing judgement and an ability to work well with customers. Good with numbers and computers. Learns new things easily. Not afraid of challenges. Hard worker who learns from mistakes rather than getting flustered. Consistent performer.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits: 401(k), Employee Discount, Flexible Schedule, Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, Referral Program, Retirement Plan

Schedule: Day shift, Monday to Friday, Overtime

Supplemental pay types: Bonus Pay

Experience: Manufacturing: 10 years (Preferred)

Education: Bachelor's (Preferred)

Application Question: This company describes its culture as: detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused, people-oriented -- supportive and fairness-focused, team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative.

Benefit Conditions: Waiting period may apply

Work Remotely: No

$35 -$40 an hour plus OT