Quality Manager - Manufacturing - Providence, RI

Providence, Rhode Island Permanent USD125,000 - USD155,000 per year View Job Description
This role leads the full site Quality function, with accountability for customer satisfaction, quality systems, and continuous improvement. You'll partner cross‑functionally to solve complex problems, elevate quality culture, and ensure operational excellence across the operation.
  • Own site-wide quality strategy and influence real business outcomes
  • Lead teams, shape culture, and drive continuous improvement at scale

About Our Client

This organization is a global, well-established manufacturer known for technical innovation and high-performance products. They offer a collaborative, inclusive environment where leaders are empowered to make an impact and continuously improve how work gets done.

Job Description

  • Lead and continuously improve the site Quality Management System to support business and operational goals
  • Own nonconformance management, CAPA, root cause analysis, and risk mitigation efforts
  • Establish and track quality KPIs, using data to drive decisions and measurable improvements
  • Serve as the primary quality contact for customers, leading issue resolution and audit engagement
  • Lead internal, external, customer, and supplier audits with strong follow‑through
  • Champion Lean, Six Sigma, and structured problem‑solving across the site
  • Partner with Operations, Engineering, and Supply Chain to improve process capability and reduce variation
  • Drive supplier quality performance and corrective actions
  • Lead, coach, and develop the Quality team while building a strong quality‑first culture



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 or a related technical discipline
  • 6-10 years of progressive experience in Quality within a manufacturing environment
  • Strong background in ISO‑based quality systems and quality audits
  • Proven expertise in root cause analysis and structured problem solving (8D, DMAIC, PDCA)
  • Experience leading teams and influencing cross‑functional stakeholders
  • Working knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, SPC, and quality tools such as FMEA, PPAP, and control plans

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to lead quality strategy at a full‑site level
  • High visibility and influence across operations, engineering, and leadership
  • Strong investment in continuous improvement and professional development
  • Collaborative culture that values ownership and accountability
  • Stable, growing organization with global reach and long‑term career paths
Contact
Taylor Rankin
Quote job ref
JN-042026-6998307

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Quality, Technical
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Providence
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Taylor Rankin
Job Reference
JN-042026-6998307