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Quality Manager – Manufacturing
A & Associates | York, PA
Job Location: York, Pennsylvania
Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Openings: 1
Pay: $80,000–$110,000 annually
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM
Work Location: In person
INTRODUCTION
A & Associates is a reputable staffing agency with a proven track record in screening and recruiting as well as job placement and career development. With more than ten (10) offices throughout the United States, A & Associates is a company that can be trusted to provide a diverse level of services with excellence, diligence and integrity.
“Quality In Everything We Do” is far more than our mantra, it is our standard!
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Position Overview
A & Associates is seeking an accomplished Quality Manager for a full-time, direct-hire opportunity with a manufacturing organization in York, Pennsylvania.
The Quality Manager will lead the organization's Quality Management System (QMS), ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015 standards, oversee quality assurance and continuous improvement programs, and manage a team of approximately 12–15 employees.
This senior leadership position reports directly to the President and CEO and participates in executive-level strategic planning and operational decision-making.
The ideal candidate brings strong manufacturing quality leadership, technical expertise, customer relationship management, and a proven ability to improve processes and organizational performance.
Key Responsibilities
Quality Leadership & Management
Lead, coach, and manage approximately 12–15 Quality Engineers, Technicians, Inspectors, and CMM Operators.
Participate in executive leadership discussions involving business strategy, quality objectives, and operational performance.
Establish quality performance expectations, goals, and accountability measures.
Develop employee capabilities and promote a culture of continuous improvement.
Quality Management Systems & Compliance
Lead, maintain, and continuously improve the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System.
Coordinate internal quality audits and support external certification and customer audits.
Develop and maintain quality procedures, standard work instructions, and compliance documentation.
Oversee corrective and preventive action (CAPA) programs.
Ensure internal processes and suppliers meet established quality standards.
Manufacturing Quality & Continuous Improvement
Analyze quality data, identify trends, and perform root cause investigations.
Lead quality improvements using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Statistical Process Control (SPC), and other established methods.
Coordinate Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) submissions.
Support new product introductions, manufacturing launches, and process validation.
Review and disposition nonconforming materials.
Partner with manufacturing and engineering teams to resolve technical and quality issues.
Evaluate quality technologies, systems, and processes for improvement.
Customer, Supplier & Business Operations
Serve as a primary contact for customers and suppliers regarding quality concerns.
Resolve customer complaints, supplier issues, and product-conformance concerns.
Conduct or participate in supplier and customer visits, audits, and project meetings.
Support bids, proposals, and new business opportunities.
Evaluate quality-related operating costs and develop improvement plans.
Provide operational reporting and quality performance recommendations to executive leadership.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
Minimum five years of quality management experience in a manufacturing environment operating under a formal Quality Management System.
Strong knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 requirements.
Experience leading quality teams and managing quality assurance functions.
Knowledge of CAPA, root cause analysis, metrology, SPC, GD&T, and Six Sigma principles.
Experience interpreting engineering blueprints and technical specifications.
Familiarity with machining processes, tooling, and manufacturing quality requirements.
Strong analytical, decision-making, leadership, and communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, databases, CAD applications, and manufacturing reporting systems.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and support organizational objectives.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supervising Quality Engineers, Inspectors, Technicians, and CMM Operators.
Experience leading ISO 9001:2015 internal and external audits.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and World-Class Manufacturing principles.
Experience with PPAP submissions and supplier quality management.
Experience leading cross-functional quality improvement initiatives.
Strong customer and supplier relationship management skills.
Experience supporting executive leadership and strategic quality planning.
Working Conditions
Work is performed primarily in a manufacturing and office environment. Responsibilities may involve production-floor visits, meetings outside standard business hours, customer or supplier travel, and management of multiple projects under time-sensitive deadlines.
Compensation & Career Growth
Annual Salary: $80,000–$110,000, depending on qualifications and experience.
Candidates seeking compensation near $110,000 must have more than 10 years of relevant experience.
Senior leadership position with direct executive interaction.
Opportunity to influence manufacturing quality strategy, continuous improvement, and organizational performance.
Employer-provided hearing protection and safety glasses.
Up to $150 reimbursement for prescription safety glasses.
Up to $150 annually toward qualifying safety footwear.
Pre-Employment Requirements
County, state, national, and federal background screening, evaluated in accordance with applicable law.
Nine-panel drug screening; marijuana is not a disqualifier under the employer's stated screening policy.
Compliance with manufacturing safety and PPE requirements.
Employment eligibility verification and completion of onboarding documentation.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement
A & Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
All employment decisions are based on job-related qualifications, merit, business needs, and applicable legal requirements.
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