Quality Lead - Lakeland Mfg (Daylight Mon-Thurs)

Marmon Holdings, Inc. • Alexandria, MN

5d • $65,000 - $70,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Lakeland Manufacturing is seeking a Quality Lead to serve as the technical authority for inspection systems, metrology, and calibration at our Alexandria MN facility. This is a hands-on leadership role that combines advanced measurement expertise (including CMM programming) with day-to-day leadership of Quality Inspectors. You will play a critical role in ensuring product conformity, maintaining audit readiness, and supporting customer requirements in a low-mix, high-volume manufacturing environment.

Requirements

• 5+ years of manufacturing quality experience (machining or fabrication preferred)
• Hands-on Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) programming experience (PC-DMIS, Calypso, or similar)
• Strong understanding of: Blueprint reading and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Quality systems, audits, and compliance
• Statistical Process Control (SPC), Corrective and Prevention Action (CAPA), Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (FMEA), and control plans
• Experience leading or mentoring quality inspectors preferred
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills
• Associate’s degree in Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering Technology, or related field preferred
• Equivalent hands-on experience strongly considered

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) programs using engineering drawings, CAD models, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Optimize inspection routines for accuracy and production throughput
• Support Measurement System Analysis (MSA) and validation activities
• Support First Article Inspections (FAI) and Production Park Approval Process (PPAP) requirements
• Own site-wide calibration system to ensure audit readiness
• Maintain traceable calibration records aligned with ISO 9001 and customer requirements
• Coordinate external calibration providers and troubleshoot inspection equipment
• Provide day-to-day leadership and coaching to Quality Inspectors
• Train team on measurement techniques, blueprint reading, and standardized work
• Support inspections during peak demand or complex dimensional reviews
• Evaluate and disposition nonconforming material (Material Review Board participation)
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions (8D, CAPA)
• Partner with Production, Engineering, and Sales to resolve quality issues and improve process capability

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick time, and 10 paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement and employee discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees