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Quality Manager - Steel Manufacturer | Lake Station, IN

Lake Station, Indiana Permanent USD130,000 - USD175,000 per year View Job Description
We are seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to lead quality operations in a large-scale steel manufacturing environment. This role oversees Quality Engineers and Metallurgists while driving product compliance, customer satisfaction, quality improvements, and operational excellence across sheet steel production.
  • High paying Quality Management Opportunity with Global Manufacturer
  • Good bonus, benefits, and vacation

About Our Client

Our client is a leading North American steel manufacturer with more than 100 years of industry experience. Serving key markets including automotive, construction, energy, packaging, and infrastructure, the company continues to invest in advanced technologies and sustainable operations. Based at one of its largest production facilities, this role offers the opportunity to drive product quality, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction in a highly technical manufacturing environment.

Job Description

  • Lead and develop a team of Quality Engineers, Product Metallurgists, and technical staff
  • Oversee quality assurance activities for sheet steel products and customer requirements
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, process performance, and operational excellence
  • Manage product disposition, quality reviews, and corrective actions
  • Ensure proper order setup and coordination of product-related activities across manufacturing operations
  • Support new product development initiatives within automotive, energy, and service center markets
  • Oversee ERP-related activities associated with order management and product processing
  • Partner with manufacturing, operations, technical, and commercial teams to resolve product quality issues
  • Develop and implement short- and long-term quality and product strategies
  • Evaluate, mentor, and develop technical personnel while fostering a culture of accountability and performance
  • Maintain compliance with quality management systems and customer specifications



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 Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related technical field preferred
  • 6+ years of experience within steel manufacturing or a heavy industrial environment
  • 3+ years of quality assurance or quality management experience
  • Previous leadership or management experience required
  • Experience working within Quality Management Systems (QMS)
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, product quality, and continuous improvement methodologies
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and manufacturing information systems



Preferred Qualifications

  • Steel industry experience strongly preferred
  • Background in metallurgy or materials science
  • Experience leading quality teams within large-scale manufacturing operations
  • Strong knowledge of sheet steel products and quality testing methodologies
  • Experience driving process improvements and operational excellence initiatives

What's on Offer

  • Base salary up to $175,000
  • 16% annual bonus opportunity
  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage beginning on day one
  • Strong retirement and 401(k) program
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Long-term career growth with a leader in the steel industry
Contact
Ben Aldrich
Quote job ref
JN-092026-7104255

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Quality, Technical
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Where
Lake Station
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ben Aldrich
Job Reference
JN-092026-7104255
 

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