Quality Assurance Manager

Quality Assurance Manager – Metal Manufacturing Jamestown, NCSalary: $80,000–$110,000Job Type: Direct HireShift: DaysStart Date: ASAPOur client, a leading metal manufacturer in Jamestown, NC, is expanding and seeking a hands‑on, detail‑driven Quality Assurance Manager to lead their quality function. If you thrive in a manufacturing or engineering environment and enjoy driving continuous improvement, this is a strong opportunity to step into a high‑impact leadership role.About the RoleAs the QA Manager, you’ll oversee the full Quality Management System, lead a team of quality technicians, and ensure products meet internal standards, customer expectations, and regulatory requirements. You’ll play a key role in shaping quality culture, improving processes, and supporting both customer and supplier relationships.Key ResponsibilitiesQuality Systems & Compliance• Develop, maintain, and enforce quality policies and the QMS (ISO 9001, IATF, VDA).• Ensure compliance with industry requirements, including welding codes and automotive standards.• Lead internal and external audits.Inspection & Testing• Oversee incoming, in‑process, and final inspections.• Manage weld inspections, NDT, dimensional checks (CMM), and calibration programs.Leadership & Team Development• Supervise and mentor QA inspectors and engineers.• Conduct performance reviews and foster a culture of quality and accountability.Continuous Improvement• Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions.• Utilize FMEA, SPC, Control Plans, and other APQP tools to drive improvement.Documentation & Reporting• Manage quality records, certifications, and process documentation.• Report on key metrics including scrap, downtime, and cost of quality.Customer & Supplier Interface• Serve as the primary contact for customer quality requirements, audits, and complaints.• Conduct supplier audits and manage vendor quality performance.Qualifications & Skills• Proven experience in quality management within manufacturing/metalworking (stamping, fabrication, welding, machining).• Strong technical knowledge of APQP tools: PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, PPAP, MSA, NDT.• Proficiency with quality equipment: CMM, optical comparator, calipers, gauges.• Excellent leadership, communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.• Ability to interpret technical drawings and customer specifications.• Hands‑on approach with strong organizational discipline.