Aerospace, Manufacturing, Machining - Clackamas, OR - Contracted
Quality Manager (Direct Placement for Client)
Sigma Design has collaborated with an aerospace and precision manufacturing company seeking an experienced Quality Manager to join their facility in Clackamas, OR. This company is an aerospace fabrication and machining shop.
What Is Offered:
Medical, Dental, and Vision paid for by employer, Paid life insurance, 401k, AD&D
PTO and Sick time
Yearly Bonus
Monday – Friday, flexible hours
$95,000 - $120,000 annually
Primary Function: The Quality Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining quality management systems that ensure products and manufacturing processes meet established quality, regulatory, and customer requirements.
Essential Job Functions - Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain quality management systems in compliance with ISO 9000 and applicable industry standards
Conduct supplier audits and manage supplier quality performance to ensure adherence to quality requirements
Utilize statistical process control methods and quality data analysis to improve manufacturing processes and reduce scrap
Create and maintain control plans, inspection records, and quality documentation to support manufacturing operations and compliance requirements
Collaborate with production, engineering, and supply chain teams to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions
Ensure compliance with AWS D17.1, ASME, aerospace, and welding quality specifications as applicable
Oversee calibration systems, weld procedures, qualifications, and welder certifications
Supervise quality inspectors, welding inspectors, and document control personnel
Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on operational efficiency and quality performance
Follow Business Technology policies to protect sensitive data and reduce information security occurrences.
Education and Experience: (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities)
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field preferred
Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality management within a manufacturing environment preferred
Strong knowledge of ISO 9000, NADCAP, and quality systems implementation
Experience conducting supplier audits and managing supplier quality programs
Proficiency in statistical process control and quality data analysis
Ability to interpret aerospace specifications and welding inspection methods
Experience with TIG, orbital welding, brazing, and aerospace manufacturing processes preferred
ASQ Certified Quality Manager, Six Sigma Green Belt, or Six Sigma Black Belt certification preferred
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Experience with quality management software and data visualization tools preferred
ITAR – Must be a US Citizen
Background - Pass a post-offer background verification.
Work Environment Standard machine shop environment with various types of machinery. Appropriate safety garments (PPE) must be worn. Must be able to stand and work as long as 12 hours in different positions. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.