Quality Manager

Daniels Manufacturing Corporation • Orlando, FL

53d • $125,000 - $160,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Manager will lead the continued evolution of Daniels Manufacturing Corporation’s Quality Department through strategic development, leadership, and process optimization. The role establishes an organization-wide vision for quality, develops scalable processes, strengthens quality systems, and improves manufacturing performance. The Quality Manager will develop and mentor the Quality team, promote accountability and continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with AS9100 and ISO standards. As a strategic partner across the business, the role uses data, technology, and quality best practices to improve efficiency, reduce risk, and support long-term growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of Quality Management experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Expert knowledge of AS9100D and ISO 9001 quality standards.
• Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Experience leading corrective actions, root cause analysis, quality systems, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrated experience interpreting engineering drawings, GD&T, and applying quality control methodologies in a precision manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

• MBA or advanced technical degree.
• ASQ certifications (CQE, CQM/OE, or similar).
• Aerospace, defense, or highly regulated manufacturing industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the Quality team, aligning departmental objectives with company goals.
• Maintain and continuously improve the Quality Management System in compliance with AS9100D, ISO 9001, customer, and regulatory requirements.
• Establish, monitor, and drive performance against key quality metrics and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead, coach, and develop the Quality team through regular feedback, training, and succession planning; build accountability and influence a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Lead supplier quality programs, corrective actions, root cause investigations, and quality improvement efforts.
• Serve as the organization's quality subject matter expert, supporting audits, inspection processes, metrology systems, and customer quality requirements.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with 100% company match up to 4%, with no vesting schedule.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Relocation bonus for qualified roles.

What This Job Offers

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