Quality Manager
Vaco, Franklin, MA, United States
Our client is hiring for a Quality Manager to oversee quality systems to ensure products meet established standards and customer requirements. This role analyzes performance data, leads continuous improvement efforts, and supports audit readiness and manufacturing excellence
Responsibilities
Design, implement, and sustain quality control programs, procedures, and documentation to ensure reliable product performance.
Analyze quality and production data using statistical and analytical methods to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
Own and administer the Quality Management System (QMS), including internal audits, corrective actions, and process compliance.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives using structured problem?solving techniques and root?cause analysis.
Serve as a quality resource to operations and leadership, providing guidance on standards, procedures, and best practices.
Investigate customer feedback and quality concerns, coordinating corrective and preventive actions as needed.
Develop, track, and communicate quality metrics aligned with business objectives.
Coordinate and manage external audits and recertification activities
Train, mentor, and support quality team members to ensure consistent application of quality standards.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a technical or related field preferred.
7-10 years of quality leadership experience within a manufacturing environment.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and implement effective corrective actions.
Demonstrated experience leading quality initiatives and collaborating across departments.
Working knowledge of quality systems, core quality tools, and continuous improvement principles.
High level of integrity, accountability, and attention to detail.
Familiarity with manufacturing processes, fabrication methods, and tooling concepts preferred.
Experience with lean manufacturing methodologies a plus.
Hands?on knowledge of precision measurement tools and inspection equipment preferred.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
EEO Notice
Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.
Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com.
Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.
By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.
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Responsibilities
Design, implement, and sustain quality control programs, procedures, and documentation to ensure reliable product performance.
Analyze quality and production data using statistical and analytical methods to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
Own and administer the Quality Management System (QMS), including internal audits, corrective actions, and process compliance.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives using structured problem?solving techniques and root?cause analysis.
Serve as a quality resource to operations and leadership, providing guidance on standards, procedures, and best practices.
Investigate customer feedback and quality concerns, coordinating corrective and preventive actions as needed.
Develop, track, and communicate quality metrics aligned with business objectives.
Coordinate and manage external audits and recertification activities
Train, mentor, and support quality team members to ensure consistent application of quality standards.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a technical or related field preferred.
7-10 years of quality leadership experience within a manufacturing environment.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and implement effective corrective actions.
Demonstrated experience leading quality initiatives and collaborating across departments.
Working knowledge of quality systems, core quality tools, and continuous improvement principles.
High level of integrity, accountability, and attention to detail.
Familiarity with manufacturing processes, fabrication methods, and tooling concepts preferred.
Experience with lean manufacturing methodologies a plus.
Hands?on knowledge of precision measurement tools and inspection equipment preferred.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
EEO Notice
Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.
Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com.
Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.
By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.
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