Location: Nicholasville, KY
Company: Sargent & Greenleaf
What You'll DoAs the Quality Assurance Manager, you will:
- Lead and oversee all quality assurance and quality control activities within the manufacturing operation.
- Manage and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance with company and customer requirements.
- Develop, implement, and monitor quality standards, procedures, and work instructions.
- Analyze quality metrics and performance data to identify trends, root causes, and improvement opportunities.
- Lead internal audits, supplier quality initiatives, and corrective/preventive action programs.
- Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Customer Service teams to resolve quality concerns and improve processes.
- Drive continuous improvement projects focused on reducing defects, improving efficiency, and increasing customer satisfaction.
- Manage customer quality issues and support effective resolution through root cause analysis and corrective actions.
- Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
- Recruit, develop, coach, and lead quality team members to achieve departmental and organizational objectives.
What We're Looking ForRequired Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, or a related field.
- 5+ years of progressive quality management experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Proven experience leading quality teams and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Strong understanding of quality systems, auditing practices, and statistical analysis methods.
- Experience conducting root cause analysis using methodologies such as 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone, or similar techniques.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and quality reporting tools.
Preferred Qualifications- ASQ certifications such as Certified Quality Manager (CQM), Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), or related credentials.
- Experience with ISO 9001 quality management systems.
- Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma training or certification.
- Experience working with metal fabrication, assembly, machining, or electromechanical manufacturing processes.
- Familiarity with supplier quality management and customer audit requirements.
We offer:
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits package
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Career development opportunities
- A collaborative and supportive work environment
- The opportunity to help shape the future of quality excellence within a respected manufacturing organization
