Quality Manager

Job Description Now Hiring: Quality Manager (Aerospace Machined Components)Wheeling, Illinois$110,000 – $130,000 (based on experience)TekPro, a direct recruitment firm partnering with leading manufacturing companies across the Chicagoland area, is currently seeking a Quality Manager to lead quality operations at a well-established aerospace machining facility in Wheeling, IL.This role is ideal for an experienced quality leader who thrives in precision manufacturing environments and is passionate about maintaining the highest standards in aerospace component production.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage the quality management system for aerospace machined componentsOversee inspection, testing, and quality assurance processes across productionDrive root cause analysis and corrective actions (CAPA) for quality issuesEnsure compliance with aerospace quality standards and customer requirementsLead internal and external audits, including customer and regulatory auditsPartner with engineering, production, and leadership teams to support continuous improvement initiativesMentor and develop the quality team while establishing strong quality culture across operationsQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or related technical field5+ years of quality leadership experience in manufacturingExperience in aerospace machining or highly regulated manufacturing environments preferredStrong knowledge of quality systems, audits, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement methodologiesExperience working cross-functionally with engineering and production teamsMajor Highlights & What’s Offered$110K – $130K salary depending on experienceAir-conditioned manufacturing facilityWork in a clean, high-precision aerospace machining environmentStrong overtime opportunities availableLeadership role with high visibility and impact on operationsLong-term career stability within a growing aerospace manufacturing operationInterested or know someone who might be a fit?Send a message or apply through TekPro to learn more about this opportunity.