Quality Manager

Job DetailsJob Location: ATEK Metal Technologies - New Hampton, IA 50659Position Type: Full TimeQuality Manager On-Site · ATEK Metal Technologies · Full-Time · Salaried / Exempt · Reports to VP/GM  Lead quality. Drive improvement. Build the future of manufacturing. At ATEK Metal Technologies, quality is more than a final inspection — it is built into every process, every product, and every customer relationship. We are looking for a Quality Manager who is ready to lead from the front, develop a strong team, and drive a culture of continuous improvement across our manufacturing operations. As the Quality Manager, you will oversee our Quality Management System, lead a talented quality team, partner with customers and suppliers, and help shape the strategy that ensures our products continue to meet the highest standards. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who enjoys solving complex problems, developing people, and making a measurable impact. What You’ll Do As our Quality Manager, you will: Lead, coach, and develop the Quality team, including Quality Engineers, Quality Technicians, and Customer Quality support functions Drive a culture focused on safety, quality, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement Own and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS), including ISO 9001 compliance and future certification initiatives Establish and monitor key quality metrics, identify trends, and lead corrective actions that improve performance Partner with production, engineering, customers, and suppliers to resolve quality challenges and improve processes Lead root cause analysis and problem-solving initiatives using data-driven quality methods Support successful new product launches through Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities Oversee customer quality concerns, supplier performance, corrective actions, and RMA processes Use quality tools and statistical methods to reduce defects, improve processes, and strengthen overall business performance Develop training, standards, and processes that support consistent quality expectations across all shifts What We’re Looking For We’re looking for a quality professional who brings strong technical knowledge, leadership skills, and the ability to build relationships across all areas of the business. Ideal candidates will have: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Sciences, a technical field, or equivalent experience 5–7 years of quality leadership experience in a manufacturing environment Experience leading and developing teams Strong understanding of Quality Management Systems, including ISO 9001 Experience with quality tools such as APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, root cause analysis, and corrective actions Knowledge of statistical quality methods such as sampling plans, DOE, and capability studies Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications Experience with measurement systems such as calipers, micrometers, hardness testing, X-ray, and CMM equipment Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with employees, customers, suppliers, and leadership teams Additional Experience We Value ASQ Quality Engineer certification Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification Experience with Lean, Kaizen, or other continuous improvement methods Experience with additional quality systems such as ISO 14001, AS9100, IATF 16949, ITAR, or related standards Foundry or metal manufacturing experience Why Join ATEK? At ATEK, you won’t just manage quality — you’ll influence the direction of it. You’ll have the opportunity to lead meaningful improvements, build a strong team, collaborate across the organization, and directly impact our customers’ success. We believe in: ✓ Recognition ✓ Empowerment ✓ Team Development ✓ Accountability ✓ Ownership ✓ Honesty & Integrity ✓ Safety If you’re a hands-on quality leader who enjoys solving problems, developing people, and creating lasting improvements, we’d love to meet you. Apply today and help us continue building quality into everything we do.   Qualifications