Quality Manager | Metals Manufacturing

Barrington, Illinois Permanent USD110,000 - USD130,000 per year View Job Description
My client is a leading global manufacturer serving the automotive, aerospace, and medical device industries and is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to join its expanding quality team. In this key leadership role, the Senior Quality Engineer will partner with Quality Management to drive critical continuous improvement initiatives, lead quality-focused projects, and support both internal and customer audit activities.
  • Annual bonuses and tuition assistance program!
  • Fast growing company with 100+ years of success!

About Our Client

My client is a family-owned global manufacturer with over 100 years of success serving the automotive, aerospace, and medical device industries. With more than 600 employees and operations across Asia and Europe, the company has built a strong reputation for quality and innovation. Recent leadership changes within the Quality Department have brought renewed strategic focus, improved organization, and a stronger continuous improvement culture. Quality is a key priority throughout the organization, supported by ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ISO 13485, and AS9100 certifications.

Job Description

  • Direct staff resources and organizational structure to ensure alignment with business objectives and support both new and existing customers.
  • Identify opportunities to enhance Quality Engineering processes and implement industry best practices.
  • Evaluate and improve Inspection Department processes to drive efficiency and quality performance.
  • Maintain and oversee the Customer Issue Report process.
  • Coordinate and track the Returned Goods Authorization (RGA) process, while leading the Material Review Board (MRB) and scheduled reviews of discrepant material hold areas.
  • Administer the Corrective Action System, including root cause analysis, corrective action implementation, effectiveness verification, and accuracy of documentation.
  • Manage and maintain the Late Shipment reporting and tracking system.
  • Analyze and monitor Quality Department workload metrics, including QC40 tickets, late shipments, RGAs, and other key performance indicators on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
  • Develop and execute strategies to address adverse quality trends and reduce the frequency and impact of quality issues.
  • Manage Quality Engineering departmental budgets and ensure responsible financial stewardship.
  • Coach and support Quality Engineering and Inspection leaders in controlling departmental spending and maintaining budget compliance.
  • Monitor Quality Engineering phone queue coverage to ensure appropriate staffing during business hours, reporting weekly results and corrective actions for significant variances.
  • Contribute to the development and planning of departmental financial budgets.
  • Provide leadership that motivates, engages, and inspires high-performing teams.
  • Evaluate team performance and deliver timely coaching, mentoring, and performance feedback.
  • Address performance, employee relations, and job satisfaction concerns while balancing individual and organizational needs.
  • Design and implement onboarding, training, and professional development programs.
  • Lead full-cycle talent management activities, including recruitment, employee development, performance management, and succession planning.



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The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's degree within engineering or a related field
  • Background in metals manufacturing preferred
  • Experience with at least two of the following standards (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ISO 13485, and/or AS9100)
  • 5+ years of management experience
  • Experience managing Quality Engineers
  • Problem-solving experience with Root Cause Analysis and CAPA
  • Experience with quality Core Tools - PPAPs, FMEA, SPC, Control Plan, etc.

What's on Offer

  • Base salary $110,000 - $130,000 depending on experience level
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (Medical, Vision, Dental)
  • 17 days of PTO start (Increasing after 1 year with organization)
  • 401k matching up to 5.5%
  • Tuition reimbursement
Contact
Ethan Norman
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7062195

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Quality, Technical
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Barrington
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ethan Norman
Job Reference
JN-072026-7062195