Quality Manager - Gear Manufacturer | Elmhurst, IL

Elmhurst, Illinois Permanent USD100,000 - USD130,000 per year View Job Description
We're working with a leading client in the Elmhurst area to hire a Quality Manager. This organization is dedicated to providing customer-focused solutions that boost operational efficiency and promote continuous improvement.
  • Industry leader in the gear/gearbox manufacturing space
  • Down to earth company culture, strong compensation

About Our Client

For over 130 years, our client has been a trusted leader in high-performance, mission-critical gearing and gearbox solutions. They specialize in designing and manufacturing custom gearboxes engineered to meet each customer's unique requirements and applications. Whether it's build-to-print projects, reverse engineering individual gears, or delivering complete gearbox systems, they offer end-to-end solutions. Their expertise also extends to rebuilding and upgrading gearboxes from any manufacturer, providing enhanced designs that integrate smoothly into existing operations.

Job Description

  • Oversee all quality directives and work cross functionally with production and process engineering teams
  • Lead all internal and external audits with an emphasis on ISO9001Deliver exceptional internal and external
  • Deliver exceptional internal and external customer service by investigating and resolving quality-related issues and complaints.
  • Supervise inspection and testing personnel to ensure high productivity and technical accuracy.
  • Develop and analyze statistical data and product specifications to define quality standards and establish reliability expectations for finished products.
  • Provide teams with technical guidance and statistical expertise.
  • Establish, document, and maintain quality control standards and ongoing objectives.
  • Collaborate with production and plant management teams to align quality goals with manufacturing processes, enhancing product reliability and reducing costs.
  • Develop, document, and implement inspection procedures and criteria.
  • Communicate quality control principles and strategies to key company personnel.
  • Manage and oversee product inspections throughout the production cycle.
  • Utilize Total Quality Management (TQM) tools and methodologies in analysis and reporting.
  • Coordinate with vendors to ensure the quality of purchased components and materials.
  • Lead the design and implementation of environmental testing functions and applications.
  • Actively contribute to internal Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives.
  • Design, develop, and deliver training programs focused on quality control processes and best practices.



Please apply below, if you're resume looks to fit in with the criteria. From there, Ben Aldrich from Michael Page will reach out in the next 48 hours if deemed a fit!

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

  • Degree in engineering or related technical field strongly preferred
  • Must have at least 3-5 years of Gear Manufacturing Experience
  • 3-5 years of Quality Management Experience
  • Quality core tool experience
  • Lead auditor for ISO9001
  • Team player and strong communicator
  • Sponsorship not provided

What's on Offer

  • Salary ranging from 100-130k depending on experience
  • Discretionary Bonus based on company financial performance
  • Full health/medical/dental/vision coverage offered
  • 2 weeks PTO, 1 week personal time to start
  • 401k plan
Contact
Ben Aldrich
Quote job ref
JN-072025-6780276

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Quality, Technical
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Elmhurst
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ben Aldrich
Job Reference
JN-072025-6780276