SR Quality Manager

Universal Logistics Holdings • Westport, KY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Westport Machining is a leading manufacturing facility in the heavy truck industry, providing high-quality CNC machining solutions to major OEM customers. We’re growing and looking for a Manufacturing Quality Manager to join our Louisville, KY operation and help drive quality, compliance, and continuous improvement across the plant.

Requirements

• Experience with IATF 16949 and ISO 9001:2015 standards and audits
• Background in building or managing a Quality Management System
• Strong understanding of Lean / Six Sigma methodologies (PDCA, DMAIC, etc.)
• Experience with audits, compliance, and regulatory requirements
• Knowledge of PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, and GD&T
• Experience with process capability studies and quality tools
• Ability to read and interpret complex technical drawings

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Effective communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to make decisions and manage competing priorities
• Strong work ethic and sense of ownership

Responsibilities

• Lead process engineering and validation efforts to ensure product quality and efficiency
• Develop and maintain the Quality Management System (IATF 16949 and ISO 9001:2015)
• Identify non-conformances and drive root cause corrective actions
• Establish and track KPIs across departments to measure performance
• Analyze trends and implement improvements based on data insights
• Manage Layered Process Audits (LPA) and PFMEAs
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma tools
• Support supplier quality and develop scorecards for performance monitoring
• Lead training and development initiatives to strengthen quality standards

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager