Brightpath Associates LLC ยท 8 hours ago
Quality Control Manager
Windsor Mill, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expBrightpath Associates LLC is seeking a Quality Control Manager to oversee the quality management system and inspection processes. The role involves ensuring products meet quality standards and compliance with AS9100 and NADCAP requirements while leading a team in a precision CNC machining environment.
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Hiring Manager
Upasana Das
Responsibilities
Lead and supervise the inspection team in a fast-paced precision CNC machining environment, managing day-to-day operations including in-process, final, and receiving inspections
Oversee and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) for compliance with AS9100 and NADCAP standards, including developing and updating procedures, work instructions, and quality documentation
Drive Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities for new product introductions, engineering changes, and first article inspections (FAI/AS9102)
Facilitate Material Review Board (MRB) processes, including review and disposition of non-conforming products
Act as the primary point of contact for customer and regulatory audits, leading preparations, responses, and follow-up actions
Lead root cause investigations and corrective/preventive actions using tools such as 8D, 5-Why, Fishbone, and other problem-solving methodologies to resolve internal, supplier, and customer issues
Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Purchasing to identify critical features, develop inspection methodologies, manage supplier quality, and implement process controls
Track, analyze, and improve key quality metrics (e.g., scrap, rework, customer complaints, PPM, on-time delivery) through data-driven reporting and continuous improvement initiatives
Implement and manage Statistical Process Control (SPC) programs to monitor process capability and stability
Promote employee engagement through training, development, performance management, and delegation within the quality team
Support cross-functional teams in value engineering, risk management (FMEA), and process validation to enhance quality and efficiency
Qualification
Required
5+ years of management experience in a quality assurance/quality control role within a precision manufacturing environment (CNC machining strongly preferred; aerospace industry experience a plus)
Strong knowledge of AS9100 and NADCAP requirements, with experience maintaining QMS compliance and leading audits
Proficiency in reading and interpreting complex blueprints, customer specifications, and Geometrical Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Hands-on experience with inspection tools and equipment, including CMM (Zeiss preferred), micrometers, comparators, and programming
Expertise in quality tools and methodologies, including Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S, FMEA, SPC, root cause analysis (8D, 5-Why, etc.), and APQP
Analytical skills with high attention to detail and proficiency in data analysis Microsoft Excel required
Demonstrated ability to lead teams, collaborate cross-functionally, and drive decisions in a fast-paced environment
Self-motivated with a track record of improving quality metrics and managing multiple priorities
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Quality Assurance, or a related field preferred
Certifications such as ASQ CQE, Six Sigma Green/Black Belt, or AS9100 Lead Auditor a plus
Company
Brightpath Associates LLC
Brightpath is USA based executive search firm providing recruitment expertise that enables businesses to meet their workforce demands.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase