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Quality Manager - Industrial Manufacturing - Athol, MA

Orange, Massachusetts Permanent USD100,000 - USD120,000 per year View Job Description
Our client is seeking an experienced Quality Manager to lead quality assurance and quality control initiatives across manufacturing, fabrication, welding, and assembly operations. This hands-on leadership role will oversee compliance, inspections, welding certifications, quality systems, and process improvement efforts while partnering closely with production and engineering teams.
  • Lead quality for complex fabrication and welding operations
  • High-impact role driving quality, compliance, and continuous improvement

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established manufacturer known for delivering highly engineered products that support critical infrastructure and industrial applications. The organization offers a collaborative environment where quality, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement are central to its long-term success

Job Description

  • Lead all quality assurance and quality control activities across manufacturing, fabrication, welding, and assembly operations.
  • Perform and oversee inspections of components, welds, and finished assemblies using engineering drawings, specifications, and industry standards.
  • Manage non-destructive testing processes, including visual, magnetic particle, dye penetrant, and ultrasonic testing methods.
  • Conduct dimensional inspections using precision measurement equipment.
  • Ensure compliance with AWS, AWWA, ASME, ISO, and other applicable industry standards.
  • Drive corrective actions, root cause investigations, and resolution of non-conforming products.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain the company's Quality Management System (QMS).
  • Oversee welder certification and qualification programs, ensuring compliance with industry requirements.
  • Review and approve welding procedures, qualifications, and supporting documentation.
  • Partner with production, engineering, and project teams to resolve quality concerns and improve operational performance.
  • Track quality performance metrics and lead initiatives that reduce defects, rework, and waste.
  • Mentor and train quality personnel, welders, and production teams on best practices and compliance requirements.



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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

  • AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification is required.
  • Minimum of 7 years of quality management, quality assurance, or quality control experience within manufacturing, fabrication, or welding environments.
  • Strong expertise in AWS D1.1, AWWA standards, welding codes, and regulatory compliance.
  • Proven experience managing weld certification programs and welder performance testing.
  • Ability to interpret blueprints, weld symbols, engineering drawings, and technical specifications.
  • Experience with non-destructive testing methodologies and quality management systems.
  • Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
  • Experience within heavy manufacturing, structural fabrication, industrial equipment, or related industries preferred.
  • Familiarity with ISO 9001 or equivalent quality systems is advantageous.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Welding, or a related discipline preferred, or equivalent industry experience.

What's on Offer

  • Take ownership of quality strategy and execution across a specialized manufacturing operation.
  • Join a company with a strong reputation for engineering excellence and product reliability.
  • Work in a highly visible leadership role with direct impact on business performance.
  • Collaborate with experienced engineering, fabrication, and production teams.
  • Drive meaningful improvements in quality, safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
Contact
Taylor Rankin
Quote job ref
JN-082026-7083295

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Quality, Technical
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Where
Orange
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Taylor Rankin
Job Reference
JN-082026-7083295
 

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