Calaway Habeck Talent Consulting · 12 hours ago
Quality Manager
Greater St. Louis
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelCalaway Habeck Talent Consulting is hiring for the position of Quality Manager at ATRO. The Quality Manager is responsible for ensuring total quality conformance for all products processed, overseeing the product lifecycle, and maintaining the quality management system while driving a culture of continuous improvement and safety.
Human Resources
Hiring Manager
Erica Peel
Responsibilities
Total Quality Conformance: Ensure all incoming materials, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods meet rigorous specifications, including packaging and shipping standards
Production Oversight: Review molding line outputs for conformance; execute First Piece and Last Article (LA) inspections
Testing & Metrology: Conduct functional testing on production parts and maintain the integrity of inspection databases, including MeasurLink, Keyence, and CMM programs
Engineering Collaboration: Review and approve new products and engineering changes; oversee the submission of PPAPs and other customer-mandated documentation
ISO Leadership: Serve as the Lead ISO Registrar Representative and Subject Matter Expert for ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and ISO 14001
System Administration: Manage all aspects of the QT9 QMS, including user permissions, document control, and training assignments
Audit Management: Lead the internal audit schedule, assign audits, and review/approve results as the Lead Internal Auditor
Safety & Regulatory: Monitor SDS documentation, update floor safety notebooks, and identify potential hazards to ensure workplace standards exceed compliance
Technical Methodology: Partner with Product Engineering to implement APQP, PPAP, and robust root-cause analysis methodologies
Inbound Quality: Define vendor acceptance plans and track material certifications from the sampling phase through full production
Vendor Relations: Partner with Purchasing and Manufacturing to manage supplier performance; issue non-conforming material reports and approve supplier Corrective Actions (CA)
Outside Processing: Coordinate quality standards with outside processors, including machining and heat treatment providers
Gage Management: Oversee the selection, calibration, and tracking of all inspection gages
Returns & Warranty: Evaluate warranty claims and RMA requests; verify the quality of restocked items and coordinate their disposition
Waste Management: Track waste generation, ensure disposal via approved facilities, and submit required environmental reports to regulatory agencies
Problem Solving: Lead cross-functional teams to resolve internal and external quality issues. Initiate CAPAs and collaborate with operators to develop quality alerts and process control charts
Reporting: Generate daily quality metrics, specifically tracking scrap rates, case management and warranty metrics, and root causes
Operational Excellence: Identify and lead lean initiatives to drive efficiency, eliminate waste, and foster a culture of permanent improvement across the organization
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering or a related technical field
Substantial experience in Quality Management within a manufacturing environment (Automotive or Heavy-Duty Trucking preferred)
High proficiency in QT9 QMS, MeasurLink, and Keyence inspection systems
Certified Lead Internal Auditor (ISO 9001 or IATF 16949); ASQ certifications (CQE or CMQ/OE) are highly desirable
Expert-level understanding of PPAP, APQP, and root-cause analysis
Advanced ability to interpret complex product drawings/blueprints and develop associated test methods for internal and external manufacturing
Maintain a strong shop floor presence, providing direct support to production associates through active coaching, technical guidance, and the timely disposition of materials
Proven track record of partnering effectively with cross-functional teams, including Purchasing, Materials, and Manufacturing
Preferred
Experience in Automotive or Heavy-Duty Trucking manufacturing environment
ASQ certifications (CQE or CMQ/OE) are highly desirable
Company
Calaway Habeck Talent Consulting
Calaway Habeck Talent Consulting (CHTC) is a full-service Human Resources consultancy that provides innovative, effective, and creative people solutions for public and privately held national/international companies (of all sizes).
Founded in 2021St. Louis, MO, US
2-10 employeesFunding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase