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Quality Manager - Aerospace - Danvers, MA

Danvers, Massachusetts Permanent USD105,000 - USD125,000 per year View Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Manager to lead quality operations, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives across a precision manufacturing environment. This role will oversee quality systems, audits, inspections, and cross-functional quality programs that directly impact product safety, reliability, and customer satisfaction.
  • Lead quality strategy for a growing aerospace manufacturer
  • Lead AS9100 excellence in a high-visibility leadership role

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established manufacturing organization known for producing highly regulated, precision-engineered products where quality and compliance are critical. They offer a collaborative culture, strong leadership support, and an environment where employees can make a visible impact on operational excellence.

Job Description

  • Lead and continuously enhance the company's Quality Management System (QMS) and quality assurance initiatives.
  • Manage quality inspectors, quality engineers, and document control functions.
  • Ensure compliance with AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality standards.
  • Oversee certifications, quality documentation, and customer-specific compliance requirements.
  • Plan and lead internal audits while supporting customer and third-party certification audits.
  • Maintain calibration programs for inspection and measurement equipment.
  • Drive root cause investigations and corrective/preventive action programs.
  • Evaluate supplier quality performance and incoming material quality.
  • Analyze quality metrics and present performance reports to leadership.
  • Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and production teams to improve quality outcomes and reduce defects.

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 Engineering, Aerospace, Manufacturing, or a related technical discipline.
  • 5+ years of quality leadership experience within a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong expertise with AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality systems.
  • Experience conducting internal, supplier, and compliance audits.
  • Knowledge of machining, metal manufacturing, or industrial production processes.
  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T specifications.
  • Experience using ERP systems and quality data analysis tools.
  • Familiarity with calibration processes and inspection equipment management.
  • Proven ability to train, mentor, and develop quality teams.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with experience leading corrective action initiatives.



What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to lead quality initiatives in a highly regulated manufacturing environment.
  • Visibility and partnership with executive leadership.
  • Collaborative culture focused on continuous improvement and professional growth.
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including company-paid benefits and 401(k) match.
  • Stable organization offering long-term career advancement opportunities.



Contact
Emma White
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7119924

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Quality, Technical
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Where
Danvers
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Emma White
Job Reference
JN-102026-7119924
 

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