Quality Manager

TekPro Engineering • Wheeling, IL

36d • $110,000 - $130,000 • Onsite

About The Position

TekPro, a direct recruitment firm partnering with leading manufacturing companies across the Chicagoland area, is currently seeking a Quality Manager to lead quality operations at a well-established aerospace machining facility in Wheeling, IL. This role is ideal for an experienced quality leader who thrives in precision manufacturing environments and is passionate about maintaining the highest standards in aerospace component production.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or related technical field
• 5+ years of quality leadership experience in manufacturing
• Strong knowledge of quality systems, audits, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies
• Experience working cross-functionally with engineering and production teams

Nice To Haves

• Experience in aerospace machining or highly regulated manufacturing environments preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the quality management system for aerospace machined components
• Oversee inspection, testing, and quality assurance processes across production
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions (CAPA) for quality issues
• Ensure compliance with aerospace quality standards and customer requirements
• Lead internal and external audits, including customer and regulatory audits
• Partner with engineering, production, and leadership teams to support continuous improvement initiatives
• Mentor and develop the quality team while establishing strong quality culture across operations

Benefits

• $110K – $130K salary depending on experience
• Air-conditioned manufacturing facility
• Work in a clean, high-precision aerospace machining environment
• Strong overtime opportunities available
• Leadership role with high visibility and impact on operations
• Long-term career stability within a growing aerospace manufacturing operation

What This Job Offers

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