Quality Manager

PGNA INC•Sugarcreek, PA

2h•Onsite

About The Position

Conair, part of the PiovanGroup, is a leading producer of auxiliary equipment for the plastics processing industry. We make and market over 450 different products, including resin-drying systems, blenders, feeders and material-conveying systems, temperature-control equipment and granulators. Extrusion solutions include gravimetric control systems, film and sheet scrap-reclaim systems and downstream equipment for pipe and profile extrusion. Conair is also a leader in plastics process integration, engineering and installing complete manufacturing systems that help plastics processors manage their valuable raw materials, handle their critical manufactured parts, and improve their process yield. Position: Quality Manager – OEM Fabrication & Assembly Location: Franklin, PA Role The Quality Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining the Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with ISO standards. This role ensures product quality throughout fabrication, welding, machining, and final assembly of OEM equipment. The Quality Manager leads continuous improvement initiatives, oversees inspections and audits, and ensures customer and regulatory requirements are met. This position reports to the Vice President of Operations and is located in our assembly plant in Franklin, Pennsylvania.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of quality management experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience with OEM equipment fabrication and final assembly required
Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 (certification or lead auditor preferred)
Experience with fabrication processes (welding, machining, sheet metal)
Familiarity with welding standards (AWS, ASME) is a plus
Proficiency in inspection methods, GD&T, and measurement tools
Experience with ERP/MRP and quality management software
Strong leadership and communication skills
Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities
Ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, production, and supply chain
Detail-oriented with strong documentation skills

Nice To Haves

ISO 9001 Lead Auditor
Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain ISO-compliant QMS (ISO 9001 and applicable industry standards)
Lead internal and external ISO audits and manage corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
Maintain quality documentation, procedures, work instructions, and records
Ensure compliance with customer, regulatory, and contractual quality requirements
Establish and enforce quality standards for fabrication, welding, machining, and final assembly
Review engineering drawings, specifications, and BOMs for quality requirements
Develop inspection plans, control plans, and quality checkpoints
Oversee in-process and final inspections of OEM equipment
Ensure proper handling of nonconforming materials and products
Qualify and audit suppliers and subcontractors
Implement incoming inspection processes for raw materials and components
Manage supplier corrective actions and performance metrics
Analyze quality data, KPIs, and customer feedback to drive improvement
Lead root cause analysis using tools such as 5-Why, Fishbone, and FMEA
Support Lean, Six Sigma, and process improvement initiatives
Reduce scrap, rework, and warranty claims
Lead and mentor quality inspectors and technicians
Train production staff on quality standards, inspection methods, and ISO requirements
Promote a culture of quality and accountability across the organization
Serve as the primary quality contact for customers
Support customer audits, inspections, and FAT/SAT activities
Address customer complaints and ensure timely resolution