Quality Manager

This role leads a the quality team, overseeing the full product and engineering lifecycle from design and prototyping through production and launch, while ensuring quality, cost, and schedule targets are met. The position emphasizes strong technical leadership, cross‑functional collaboration, continuous improvement, and KPI-driven performance in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. Client DetailsThis Ohio-based manufacturer specializes in precision sheet metal fabrication, fabricated metal components, and full-service contract manufacturing for major OEM customers. It provides end-to-end solutions-from prototyping and material sourcing through fabrication, assembly, and quality control-serving industries such as construction, transportation, energy, aerospace, data centers, and industrial equipment. Known for strong engineering expertise, lean manufacturing practices, and ISO 9001:2015 certification, the company focuses on high-quality, cost-effective, and on-time delivery while acting as a long-term manufacturing partner to its customers DescriptionMaintain a high standard of internal and external customer service by investigating, resolving, and preventing quality-related issues and complaints.Supervise inspection and testing personnel to ensure strong productivity, accuracy, and technical compliance.Develop, analyze, and interpret statistical data and product specifications to define quality standards and reliability expectations.Provide daily leadership and facilitation during Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) meetings.Establish, document, and maintain quality control standards and ongoing quality objectives.Collaborate with production and cross-functional leadership to align quality objectives with manufacturing processes, optimizing reliability while minimizing cost.Develop, document, and implement inspection criteria, methods, and procedures across operations.Communicate and reinforce the organization's quality philosophy and expectations to key stakeholders.Oversee and support inspection activities throughout all stages of the production lifecycle.Apply Total Quality Management (TQM) tools and methodologies to analytical, reporting, and improvement efforts.Partner with Purchasing and suppliers to ensure the quality and compliance of all incoming materials and components.Define and oversee testing activities in collaboration with Engineering as required.Actively participate in internal continuous improvement initiatives and cross-functional teams.Design, develop, and deliver quality control training programs to support organizational needs.ProfileA succesful candidate will have the following experience:Strong backgrounf with AIAG Core Tools ISO 9001:2015 QMS experience Strong problem solving experience utilizing 8D, RCCA & 5 Why methodologiesCollaboration with top management, peers, the quality team and all staffBe able to interpret manufacturing procesess, engineering drawings, GD&T, problem solvingExperience with welding, press brakes, laser, powder coatingProficient MS OfficeJob OfferSalary up to about $120k depending on experience Quarterly BonusHealth, Dental, Vision Insurance 401kMore!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.