Quality Manager

ATEK METAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC•New Hampton, IA

37d•Onsite

About The Position

Lead quality. Drive improvement. Build the future of manufacturing. At ATEK Metal Technologies, quality is more than a final inspection — it is built into every process, every product, and every customer relationship. We are looking for a Quality Manager who is ready to lead from the front, develop a strong team, and drive a culture of continuous improvement across our manufacturing operations. As the Quality Manager, you will oversee our Quality Management System, lead a talented quality team, partner with customers and suppliers, and help shape the strategy that ensures our products continue to meet the highest standards. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who enjoys solving complex problems, developing people, and making a measurable impact.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Sciences, a technical field, or equivalent experience
5–7 years of quality leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience leading and developing teams
Strong understanding of Quality Management Systems, including ISO 9001
Experience with quality tools such as APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, root cause analysis, and corrective actions
Knowledge of statistical quality methods such as sampling plans, DOE, and capability studies
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
Experience with measurement systems such as calipers, micrometers, hardness testing, X-ray, and CMM equipment
Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with employees, customers, suppliers, and leadership teams

Nice To Haves

ASQ Quality Engineer certification
Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
Experience with Lean, Kaizen, or other continuous improvement methods
Experience with additional quality systems such as ISO 14001, AS9100, IATF 16949, ITAR, or related standards
Foundry or metal manufacturing experience

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and develop the Quality team, including Quality Engineers, Quality Technicians, and Customer Quality support functions
Drive a culture focused on safety, quality, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement
Own and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS), including ISO 9001 compliance and future certification initiatives
Establish and monitor key quality metrics, identify trends, and lead corrective actions that improve performance
Partner with production, engineering, customers, and suppliers to resolve quality challenges and improve processes
Lead root cause analysis and problem-solving initiatives using data-driven quality methods
Support successful new product launches through Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities
Oversee customer quality concerns, supplier performance, corrective actions, and RMA processes
Use quality tools and statistical methods to reduce defects, improve processes, and strengthen overall business performance
Develop training, standards, and processes that support consistent quality expectations across all shifts