Quality General Manager - Steel MFG

Lake Station, Indiana Permanent USD140,000 - USD165,000 per year View Job Description
Out client is a prominent and reputable name in the steel manufacturing sector, backed by decades of industry experience. Renowned for its dedication to innovation and superior quality, the company has earned a solid standing for producing reliable, high-performance steel solutions that serve diverse markets.
  • Primary leader for the quality department
  • Very competitive compensation and benefits package

About Our Client

In addition to its strong technical capabilities, the organization emphasizes a collaborative and adaptable work culture centered around its people. It creates a supportive environment that values employee well-being, career development, and a healthy work-life balance. Driven by a commitment to continuous improvement and ethical operations, the company cultivates a workplace where individuals are encouraged to contribute, grow, and thrive professionally.

Job Description

This position is responsible for upholding and advancing the ISO 9001:2015 quality management system, overseeing activities such as internal audits, assessments of mill equipment capabilities, accuracy of the Gradebook, and evaluation of production processes. It also provides leadership to the Indiana Quality Team, ensuring that operations meet customer requirements and adhere to all relevant compliance standards.

  • Apply strong metallurgical knowledge to offer technical guidance and strategic direction across the organization.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for customer quality concerns, offering solutions and maintaining satisfaction.
  • Collaborate with the Technical Services Group to interpret and implement customer quality requirements, including support on product claims.
  • Work closely with Applications & Routing teams to adapt customer specifications into effective mill procedures, routings, and configurations.
  • Partner with Operations to develop and refine production recipes and practices that align with customer quality standards.
  • Coordinate with the Commercial Team to evaluate product feasibility and communicate customer requirements within mill capabilities.
  • Lead and support contracted metallurgical testing labs in delivering high-quality services for both customer orders and internal process/product development.
  • Provide organizational leadership on matters related to ISO certification and overall quality assurance.
  • Manage product quality risks by evaluating nonconforming or suspect material, making disposition decisions in collaboration with Planning, Operations, Shipping, Technical Services, Sales, Accounting, and other stakeholders as needed.
  • Perform additional related tasks to support business objectives

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering or a closely related discipline is required.
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in flat-rolled steel manufacturing or processing.
  • Proven technical expertise in metallurgy and quality systems.
  • Demonstrated leadership ability and effective communication skills across cross-functional team

What's on Offer

  • Compensation up to $165,000
  • Bonus of over 20%
  • 4 weeks PTO
  • BCBS insurance
  • 4% 401K match
  • More!
Contact
Ed Lieser
Quote job ref
JN-062025-6757876

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Quality, Technical
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Lake Station
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ed Lieser
Job Reference
JN-062025-6757876