Position Summary:
The Quality Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of product quality, inspection, documentation, and compliance within our manufacturing environment. This is a hands-on role requiring extensive involvement in daily inspection activities, PPAP documentation, gage management, corrective actions, and calibration systems. The ideal candidate has experience in fastener or screw manufacturing and understands the unique requirements of cold heading, secondary operations, and customer-specific standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Quality Control & Inspection
- Perform and oversee hands-on dimensional and visual inspections using micrometers, calipers, ring gages, pin gages, optical comparators, and other measurement tools.
- Maintain inspection records, lot traceability, and required documentation.
- Train and guide operators on basic inspection methods and quality expectations.
Quality Management System
- Lead corrective action processes (8D, root cause analysis, containment, verification).
- Maintain and improve quality procedures, work instructions, and internal audit processes.
- Manage customer complaints, non-conformances, and internal quality alerts.
PPAP & Documentation
- Prepare and submit PPAP packages including FMEAs, control plans, process flows, capability data, and submission documentation.
- Work directly with customers on quality requirements, approvals, and ongoing performance metrics.
Gage & Calibration Management
- Oversee all gage calibration activities and maintain calibration records.
- Maintain gage R&R studies and ensure appropriate measurement controls.
- Manage gage inventory, replacement schedules, and certification tracking.
Leadership & Collaboration
- Work closely with production, engineering, and shipping to ensure adherence to quality standards.
- Lead quality-related meetings and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Support training and development of inspection staff and operators.
Requirements:
- Experience in fastener, screw, or precision component manufacturing (REQUIRED).
- Strong hands-on inspection skills and familiarity with common measurement tools.
- Working knowledge of PPAP, APQP, FMEA, control plans, and capability studies.
- Experience with gage calibration management and gage R&R.
- Ability to lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
- Strong documentation and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- No degree required; relevant experience in fastener manufacturing is essential.
What We Offer:
- Stable Monday–Friday schedule
- Small-team environment where your impact is seen daily
- Opportunity to modernize quality processes and lead change
- Long-term growth potential as the company expands
- Benefits: medical, dental, PTO and more.
