Salem Metal, Inc. · 1 month ago
Quality Control & Inspection Manager – SIGN-ON BONUS UP TO $4k
Middleton, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$32/hr - $38/hr
7+ years expSalem Metal, Inc. is a precision sheet metal manufacturing facility seeking a Director of Inspection and Quality Control. This role involves overseeing inspection activities, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and leading a team to drive continuous improvement in quality assurance processes.
Industrial EngineeringIndustrial ManufacturingLaserMachinery ManufacturingManufacturing
Responsibilities
Oversee First Article Inspections (FAI), ensuring compliance with industry standards and customer-specific requirements
Implement and maintain inspection processes for incoming, in-process, and final product inspections
Drive adherence to ISO 9001 and other applicable standards such as AS9100D. Comply with industry best practices
Lead the ISO audit and re-certification process for the company
Monitor and ensure compliance with calibration procedures for inspection tools and equipment
Lead and supervise the quality inspection team, providing training, mentoring, and performance evaluations
Foster a quality-driven culture and ensure staff adherence to company quality policies and procedures
Coordinate cross-functional efforts to resolve quality issues effectively
Oversee Material Review Board (MRB) activities and manage non-conforming materials
Lead root cause analysis and corrective action processes for customer returns and internal quality issues
Develop and implement corrective and preventive action plans to eliminate recurring issues
Complete customer-issued Corrective Action Requests (CAR’s), Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCAR’s) as needed
Interface with customer and supplier Quality, Engineering, and Operations subject matter experts to resolve Quality-related issues
Utilize ERP2 systems (Epicor preferred) to track quality metrics, inspection reports, and non-conforming materials
Report Quality Key Performance Indicators to internal stakeholders
Maintain and improve digital documentation of inspection records, certifications, and compliance reports
Drive data-driven decision-making for continuous quality improvements
Support internal and external audits, ensuring alignment with ISO 9001 and customer requirements
Develop and implement process improvement initiatives to enhance quality and efficiency
Stay up to date with industry regulations, standards, and best practices in sheet metal manufacturing
Qualification
Required
7+ years of experience in quality control, preferably within a precision fabrication, CNC machining, or sheet metal manufacturing environment
Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, First Article Inspections (FAI), and calibration procedures
Proven leadership experience in supervising and training inspection teams
Demonstrated expertise in managing non-conforming materials, customer returns, and corrective actions
Ability to work Saturday shifts and overtime as need to support Production Operations
Ability to perform job duties that require extended periods of standing, sitting, measuring, bending, and lifting up to 40 pounds
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and analytical skills
Strong understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) and blueprint reading
Ability to interact with customers and internal teams to resolve quality concerns efficiently
Preferred
Experience working with ERP systems (Epicor a strong plus)
Benefits
Sign-On Bonus up to $4K
Company celebrations
Recognition events
An annual bonus
Company
Salem Metal, Inc.
Established in 1970 by James Vining, Salem Metal has always been associated with family, quality, on-time delivery, and great value.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase