Quality Manager

Join a Legacy of Precision, Excellence, and Empowerment

Founded in 1937, Ruland Manufacturing is a family-owned company that takes pride in doing things the right way - with discipline, craftsmanship, and care. We specialize in high-precision mechanical components like shaft collars and couplings, and we’re known for our commitment to safety, quality, and sustainability.

Our culture is grounded in the values of people, excellence, integrity, responsibility, and ingenuity. These aren’t just words on a wall - they shape how we lead, how we work together, and how we serve our customers every day. With a diverse team of 65 employees representing more than ten countries, we believe that empowered people and strong processes are the key to long-term success.

We’re seeking a Quality Manager who shares our dedication to process discipline, continuous improvement, and building things that last. If you're ready to lead with clarity, drive accountability, and help uphold the standards that make Ruland a trusted name in manufacturing, we want to hear from you.

Position Overview

The Quality Manager is responsible for maintaining Ruland’s high-quality standards across our operations. This hands-on leadership role will manage daily quality control activities, implement and improve systems, and ensure our products exceed internal and customer expectations from raw materials through finished goods.

This is a full-time, on-site role based in Marlborough, MA, reporting directly to the Engineering Manager. At Ruland, quality is not just a department - it’s a shared responsibility. We value proactive problem-solvers who can lead with influence and collaborate to strengthen our processes from the ground up.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the quality process from raw material to finished product.
• Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance policies and procedures aligned with industry and regulatory standards.
• Lead, train, and support the quality team in effective inspections, testing, and evaluations.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and other departments to proactively identify quality issues and implement process improvements.
• Conduct internal audits and inspections to ensure compliance with company policies and customer requirements.
• Maintain and organize quality documentation, reports, certifications, and control plans.
• Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions related to product or process nonconformance's.
• Track, report, and improve quality metrics using KPIs and data-driven strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related technical field.
• 5 years of experience in quality control or quality assurance within a manufacturing environment, ideally in precision mechanical components.
• Strong knowledge of ISO standards and quality management systems.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with a hands-on approach to resolving quality issues.
• Proven leadership and communication skills, with experience managing and developing teams.
• Experience with SAP Business One or other ERP systems.
• CMM experience preferred; in-house calibration experience is a strong plus.
• Familiarity with quality control software, statistical tools, and inspection instruments.
• Experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar process improvement methodologies is a plus.

Why Join Ruland Manufacturing?

• Be part of a company with a strong legacy and reputation for quality.
• Join a diverse, empowered team where your voice and ideas matter.
• Competitive salary and full benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k), and more.
• Opportunities for training, development, and professional growth.
• A collaborative, safety-first work environment where excellence is the standard.

Ruland Manufacturing is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.