What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Control Manager position at Southeastern Machining and Field Service Inc.?
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Quality Manager to lead our Quality Assurance team and maintain a robust Quality Management System (QMS). This role is responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction, driving continuous improvement, and supporting strong financial performance through effective quality processes. The ideal candidate will lead defect-reduction initiatives, manage day-to-day quality operations, and oversee ISO compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Quality Management & Leadership
- Oversee daily operations of the Inspection Department.
- Lead and support continuous improvement activities.
- Manage, implement, and maintain ISO 9001:2015 compliance.
- Conduct and schedule internal QMS audits; identify improvement opportunities; lead corrective actions.
- Maintain control of all QMS documents and records.
- Compile and present monthly quality reports to upper management.
- Manage the quality board and track performance against quality objectives.
Corrective Actions & Supplier Management
- Lead corrective actions related to customer complaints and nonconforming product.
- Initiate supplier corrective actions for incoming nonconforming materials.
- File and maintain material certifications, heat-treat certs, and special-process documents.
Gage & Equipment Management
- Oversee the gage control program and perform calibrations as needed.
- Support and review PPAP and First Article Inspection submissions.
Technical & Inspection Support
- Assist with Quality Technician duties when required, including CMM programming and operation.
- Perform final and in-process inspections to ensure products meet customer requirements.
- Monitor daily production processes for conformity.
- Create process control forms and inspection documentation.
- Interact with customers as necessary to support quality initiatives.
Team Collaboration
- Attend daily huddle/flash meetings.
- Support the timely flow of parts through the Quality Department.
- Other duties as assigned.
Impact of the Role
The Quality Manager is essential to ensuring that all products delivered by Southeastern Machining & Field Service, Inc. meet customer requirements and uphold our commitment to quality, reliability, and excellence.
Direct Reports
- Quality Technician
Qualifications
- Minimum 10 years of experience in manufacturing and quality control, or equivalent education.
- Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe PDF.
- Strong understanding of GD&T.
- Demonstrated ability to manage large-scale projects.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- Willingness to travel for customer or vendor interactions.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30 - $35