Quality Manager

Jered, a PAR Systems company supporting the U.S. Navy and Department of Defense, is seeking a Manager of Site Quality & Compliance to lead Quality, Regulatory, and Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) programs at our Norfolk, Virginia operation.

Success Criteria

In this leadership role, you will drive site quality performance, regulatory compliance, and operational readiness while supporting critical Navy and defense programs. Success will be measured by your ability to establish scalable quality systems, ensure compliance with customer and regulatory requirements, and drive continuous improvement across fabrication, welding, machining, assembly, and field service operations.

You will serve as the primary quality representative for customers, government agencies, auditors, and internal stakeholders while leading efforts to reduce rework, improve process capability, strengthen audit readiness, and promote a culture of accountability, safety, and operational excellence.

This role is ideal for a hands-on quality leader who combines technical expertise with strong operational leadership in highly regulated manufacturing environments.

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience supporting U.S. Navy, DoD, shipyard, maritime, or regulated manufacturing programs.
• Strong knowledge of NAVSEA requirements, military specifications, and shipyard quality systems.
• Experience supporting welding, fabrication, inspection, and NDT programs.
• Leadership experience managing quality, inspection, or compliance teams.
• Experience with NCR, MRB, CAPA, root cause analysis, and audit management.
• Experience working with DCMA, SUPSHIP, customers, and government representatives.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and EHS programs.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, procedures, and contractual requirements.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Valid U.S. Driver's License.
• Ability to access military installations and shipyards.
• Willingness to travel as needed.
• U.S. Person
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, or related field, preferred.
• Experience with Navy welding requirements (S9074-AQ-GIB-010/248), preferred.
• Experience overseeing NDT programs (T9074-AS-GIB-010/271), preferred.
• ERP and Quality Management System (QMS) experience, preferred.
  
  

Technical Environment

Jered supports advanced manufacturing, fabrication, repair, and engineered systems programs for U.S. Navy and defense customers involving:

• Heavy fabrication and welding operations
• Shipboard installation and repair activities
• Custom engineered equipment and handling systems
• Inspection, testing, and verification programs
• Highly regulated manufacturing environments
• Multi-site operational and compliance coordination
  
  

Standards & Systems

• NAVSEA technical publications and military specifications
• NQA-1 and ISO 9001 quality systems
• Navy welding and NDT requirements
• NCR, MRB, CAPA, and audit management processes
• OSHA and industrial EHS compliance programs
• ERP and Quality Management Systems (QMS)
  
  

Key Responsibilities

Site Quality & Compliance Leadership

• Lead Quality, Compliance, and EHS programs for the Norfolk operation.
• Develop and mentor inspectors and quality personnel.
• Monitor quality KPIs, audit findings, rework trends, and compliance risks.
• Partner with Operations to integrate quality into execution planning.
  
  

Operational Readiness & Quality Systems

• Implement and maintain corporate quality management processes.
• Ensure inspection strategies, staffing, and compliance controls support operational growth.
• Oversee inspection, testing, and verification activities across manufacturing and field operations.
• Lead NCR, MRB, CAPA, corrective action, and continuous improvement efforts.
  
  

Regulatory & Customer Compliance

• Ensure compliance with NAVSEA, DoD, OSHA, ABS, ISO 9001, and contractual requirements.
• Serve as the primary interface for customers, DCMA, SUPSHIP, auditors, and government representatives.
• Lead internal and external audits and drive timely corrective action closure.
• Maintain certification records, inspection documentation, and quality data packages.
  
  

EHS Leadership

• Lead site Environmental Health & Safety programs.
• Ensure OSHA compliance and promote safe work practices.
• Establish and maintain required training, certifications, and PPE requirements.
  
  

Risk Management & Cross-Site Support

• Exercise authority to stop work when quality or safety requirements are not met.
• Escalate critical compliance and operational risks to leadership.
• Partner with corporate quality leadership and support other Jered locations as needed.
  
  

You’ve learned about what you'll be doing, here are the benefits you'll gain when you join our team:

• Global team recognized for their passion of inventing
• First-of-a-kind product culture and project exposure
• Training and development from industry-leading experts
• Cutting edge benefit programs that include: 401(k) & matching; Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance; Disability & Life Insurance; PTO, Paid Holidays, & Parental Leave for both Parents; Tuition Reimbursement
  
  

Jered, a PAR Systems company is an equal opportunity employer and we value individuals with a variety of backgrounds and experiences. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin or any other status protected by applicable law. We use AI to assist with sorting applications, but real humans do all the evaluating and deciding. If selected for an interview, please advise our Human Resources department if you require accommodation during the interview or assessment process and we will support your accessibility needs.

#AreaOfInterest:EHS

#AreaOfInterest:Engineering

#AreaOfInterest:Process-Improvement

#AreaOfInterest:Quality