Quality Engineering Manager

We are seeking an experienced Quality Manager to lead quality operations for a manufacturing organization in the Greater Tampa Bay area. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing quality, experience leading teams and quality initiatives, and a hands‑on approach to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage day‑to‑day quality operations within the manufacturing environment.
• Develop, implement, and maintain quality management systems, processes, and procedures.
• Establish and monitor quality standards, KPIs, and performance metrics.
• Oversee inspection, testing, and quality control activities.
• Investigate customer complaints, nonconformances, defects, and production quality issues.
• Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Work closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain to identify and resolve quality issues.
• Lead root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conduct internal audits and support customer and third‑party audits.
• Manage supplier quality activities and work with vendors to address quality concerns.
• Maintain quality documentation, records, procedures, and reports.
• Train and mentor quality personnel and promote a strong culture of quality throughout the organization.
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, customer requirements, and company policies.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of quality experience within a manufacturing environment .
• Previous Quality Manager, Quality Supervisor, or Quality Engineer leadership experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of quality systems, inspection methods, root cause analysis, and corrective action processes.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies preferred.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and production environments.
• Experience with ISO quality standards and internal/external audits preferred.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and quality requirements.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, communication, and leadership skills.
• Experience with ERP and quality management systems preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related discipline preferred.