Quality Control Manager

Build the Quality Engine for a High‐Precision Manufacturer (Aerospace + Medical)A growing precision manufacturing company serving aerospace and medical customers is hiring a Quality Control Manager (CMM experience is a bonus) to lead a pivotal next chapter: owning the AS9100D certification journey while building a scalable, modern Quality Management System.If you love being a hands‐on, high‐impact quality leader—equal parts systems builder, team developer, and shop‐floor problem solver—this is the role where your work will shape the company's future.What you'll ownLead the AS9100D certification effort from current state through successful registration (targeting 2026)Develop, implement, and maintain a robust Quality Management System (QMS)Create and manage procedures, work instructions, and inspection plansEstablish and run an internal audit programDrive continuous improvement using data, root cause analysis, and CAPAOversee first article (AS9102), in‐process, and receiving inspectionManage supplier quality and calibration programsLead customer audits, corrective actions, and 8D responsesPartner with leadership on quality metrics, dashboards, and KPIsWhat we're looking for5+ years of quality leadership experience in precision manufacturingDirect experience leading AS9100 or ISO 9001 certification efforts (AS9100 strongly preferred)Strong GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and blueprint interpretation skillsHands‐on metrology expertise (mics, calipers, height gages, pin gages, etc.)CMM programming and operation experience (CALYPSO / ZEISS)Familiarity with AS9102 First Article processesDeep experience with CAPA, RCCA, and audit managementBonus points for ASQ certifications, FDA/ISO 13485 exposure, FAA PMA, Lean or Six SigmaWhy this role stands outDirect access to ownership/leadership with real strategic influenceFull ownership of the AS9100D certification as a defining career achievementOpportunity to build quality systems that scale with aggressive growthJoin a manufacturer modernizing into an AI‐forward, data‐driven organizationAutonomy to shape the quality team, training, and long‐term roadmap