Quality Manager

Hypertherm is seeking a Quality Manager to lead a team of quality technicians, strengthen metrology and measurement capability, and drive operational quality excellence. This role supports sustainable performance improvement, effective governance, and confidence in product and process quality.

As a Quality Manager, you will:

• Lead Quality Technicians & Metrology Operations: Guide, coach, and develop quality technicians; oversee metrology lab workflows, calibration practices, inspection setup, and adherence to measurement standards.

• Strengthen Measurement Capability: Apply basic GD&T knowledge, measurement methods, and CMM fundamentals to support evaluation of product and process performance; ensure accurate and consistent measurement practices.

• Drive Quality Governance & Assurance: Ensure effective implementation of work-unit processes, standards, and internal controls; contribute to documentation and continuous improvement of quality procedures.

• Lead Problem Solving & Improvement: Apply Green Belt–level tools to resolve operational issues; document processes, inspection methods, and procedures with clarity and rigor; support quality improvements and risk mitigation.

• Guide Associates & Build Capability: Provide day-to-day leadership, coaching, and development of associates; promote evidence-based decision-making and rapid response to issues; support capability building in measurement, documentation, and quality tools.

• Lead Leadership Development: Model leadership behaviors that promote empowerment, accountability, and continuous improvement; support associate development through coaching, feedback, and identification of growth opportunities.

Who you are and the experience you bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM with 5–10 years of experience, or Master’s degree in STEM/MBA with 3–8 years of experience

• Experience leading or coordinating quality technicians

• Foundational understanding of GD&T, measurement techniques, and CMM operation

• Strong documentation skills and process improvement mindset

• Knowledge of ISO9001, basic project management, and customer-focused quality practices

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (required or in progress)

What makes you successful:

• Ability to lead and motivate associates

• Strong attention to detail and structured problem-solving

• Practical understanding of measurement and inspection methods

• Commitment to continuous improvement and quality culture

Location: Onsite-Hanover, NH

Travel: Up to 10% domestic and International

Additional benefits in joining Hypertherm Associates:

• Collaborative, 100% employee-ownedculture

• Profit-SharingandEmployeeStock Ownership(ESOP)

• Five days/year paidCommunity Service Time

• Strong commitment toEnvironmental Stewardship

• Stable,growingorganization with ano-layoff philosophy

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