Quality Manager - Manufacturing - Pelham, NH

Salem, New Hampshire Permanent USD120,000 - USD140,000 per year View Job Description
The Quality Manager will lead efforts to ensure manufacturing processes and products meet rigorous quality standards and regulatory requirements. This role drives continuous improvement, develops and maintains quality systems, and works with cross-functional teams to optimize processes and enhance product performance.
  • Join an organization positioned between manufacturing & aftermarket performance!
  • Be part of a team where continuous improvement drives measurable cost savings!

About Our Client

My client is a well-established automotive parts manufacturer in Rockingham County, NH, specializing in the remanufacturing of automatic transmissions. They operate a technically advanced facility focused on precision, process control, and lean manufacturing, delivering high-quality components to a nationwide customer base.

Job Description

  • Develop, implement, and sustain robust quality systems aligned with ISO 9000 and industry standards.
  • Lead supplier quality activities, including performance monitoring, audits, and process improvement initiatives.
  • Partner with production and engineering teams to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve process issues.
  • Drive continuous improvement projects targeting efficiency gains, scrap reduction, and operational optimization using Lean and Six Sigma methods.
  • Apply statistical process control (SPC) to monitor manufacturing operations and support data-driven decision-making.
  • Analyze quality trends, perform root cause investigations, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
  • Create and maintain standard operating procedures, work instructions, and process control plans.
  • Ensure production equipment meets operational and technical specifications.
  • Train, coach, and mentor team members on quality standards, procedures, and best practices.
  • Serve as technical point of contact with external vendors regarding equipment and quality matters.
  • Ensure adherence to all regulatory and customer requirements related to product quality.

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, Quality Management, or a related field.
  • 5+ years in quality management or process engineering within a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong knowledge and practical experience with ISO 9000 standards and quality systems.
  • Experience applying Lean Manufacturing principles and driving continuous improvement.
  • Analytical, problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making skills.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and team leadership abilities.
  • Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or equivalent certification is a plus.
  • Experience in the automotive or remanufacturing industry preferred.
  • Familiarity with Six Sigma methodologies, value stream mapping, and quality management systems.
  • Spanish language skills (speak/write/translate) a strong plus.
  • Experience with supplier quality management, audits, and statistical process control.
  • Skilled in process optimization, training, documentation, and coaching.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that supports overall well‑being.
  • Medical, dental, and retirement savings options included as part of the employee benefits offering.
  • Paid time off and holiday benefits to support work‑life balance.
  • A culture that values growth, learning, and development opportunities across functions.
  • A dynamic, team‑oriented environment where continuous improvement and innovation are encouraged.
  • Exposure to cross‑functional leadership and the chance to influence quality systems at an operational level.



Contact
Jenny Ly
Quote job ref
JN-032026-6960623

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Quality, Technical
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Salem
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Jenny Ly
Job Reference
JN-032026-6960623