Quality Manager

Strohwig Industries, Inc.

$75K — $95K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required; advanced education preferred.
  • Minimum five years in Quality Assurance or Quality Management within manufacturing.
  • Experience with AS9100D or ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T standards.
  • Proven experience in root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop the Quality team for optimal performance.
  • Oversee inspection processes at various stages—receiving, in-process, and final.
  • Maintain and enhance the AS9100D Quality Management System continuously.
  • Conduct root cause investigations and ensure effective corrective actions are implemented.
  • Collaborate with multiple departments to streamline quality and operational processes.
  • Manage both customer quality concerns and internal quality initiatives efficiently.
  • Monitor and report on various quality metrics to track performance and improvements.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Medical & Vision Insurance.
  • Company-paid Dental & Short-Term Disability Insurance.
  • Life & AD&D Insurance at no cost to employees.
  • 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and unpaid excused absences offered.
  • Uniforms provided at no cost to employees.
  • Training and apprenticeship opportunities available.
  • Reimbursement for safety gear, like shoes and glasses.
  • Gym membership reimbursement program to encourage wellness.
Full Job Description
Quality Manager

Richfield, Wisconsin | Full-Time | Salaried

Lead Quality. Drive Improvement. Build Excellence.

We9re looking for an experienced Quality Manager to lead our Quality team and continue strengthening our culture of quality and continuous improvement.

Reporting to the Director of Quality, you9ll oversee our day-to-day quality operations while helping maintain our AS9100D-certified Quality Management System and ensuring every product leaving our facility meets the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction.

If you9re passionate about leadership, solving complex problems, improving systems, and building high-performing teams, we9d love to meet you.

What You9ll Do

As our Quality Manager, you will:
  • Lead, coach, and develop the Quality team
  • Oversee receiving, in-process, final, and first article inspections
  • Maintain and continuously improve our AS9100D Quality Management System
  • Lead root cause investigations and drive effective corrective actions
  • Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Operations to improve quality and processes
  • Manage customer quality concerns, supplier quality issues, and internal quality initiatives
  • Oversee calibration programs, audits, and quality documentation
  • Monitor quality metrics including scrap, rework, customer complaints, and corrective action effectiveness
  • Champion Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Foster a culture where quality, accountability, and teamwork are part of everyday operations

What We9re Looking For

Required Qualifications
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Five or more years of progressive Quality Assurance or Quality Management experience within manufacturing
  • Experience working within an AS9100D and/or ISO 9001 Quality Management System
  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings and GD&T
  • Experience leading root cause investigations and implementing corrective actions
  • Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor9s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or a related field
  • Experience in aerospace, defense, precision machining, or other high-precision manufacturing
  • Previous leadership experience managing quality teams
  • ASQ certifications (CQE, CMQ/OE, CQA)
  • AS9100 Lead Auditor certification
  • Experience with:
    • AS9102 First Article Inspection
    • Customer and supplier audits
    • CMM inspection
    • Lean Manufacturing
    • Six Sigma

Benefits

We believe great employees deserve great benefits.
  • Medical & Vision Insurance
  • Company-Paid Dental Insurance
  • Company-Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • Company-Paid Life & AD&D Insurance
  • Supplemental Insurance Plans Available
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Unpaid Excused Absences
  • Company-Paid Uniforms
  • Training & Apprenticeship Opportunities
  • Safety Shoe & Glasses Reimbursement Program
  • Gym Membership Reimbursement Program

Why You9ll Love Working Here

At Strohwig, you9ll have the opportunity to:
  • Make a meaningful impact on products used in aerospace, defense, energy, and other critical industries
  • Work alongside experienced engineers, machinists, and manufacturing professionals
  • Lead quality initiatives in an AS9100D-certified manufacturing environment
  • Help shape continuous improvement across the organization
  • Grow your career with a company that continually invests in technology, innovation, and its people

Ready to lead quality at one of Wisconsin9s premier precision manufacturers? Apply today and help us continue building the Strohwig Advantage.

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