LaFrance Corp · 17 hours ago
QUALITY CONTROL MANAGER SARASOTA
Concordville, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expLaFrance Corp is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of on-product branding, seeking a Process & Quality Manager for their Sarasota plant. The role focuses on building and implementing a modern quality system aligned with ISO 9001, enhancing manufacturing processes, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Lead process excellence and process improvement across injection molding, hot stamping, painting/finishing, adhesive assembly, and warehousing operations
Partner with Operations and Engineering to define critical process parameters, standard work, and control plans
Shift the organization from inspection-based quality to process-driven execution
Lead analysis and corrective action using structured methodologies (8D, DMAIC, FMEA, SPC)
Drive systemic, sustainable improvements that reduce rework, scrap, and customer issues
Use data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities tied directly to plant results
Serve as a technical quality and process liaison for key customers as needed, supporting audits, reviews, and improvement initiatives
Translate customer expectations into internal operating discipline and system improvements
Support supplier quality where applicable
Design and implement a practical Quality Management System aligned with ISO 9001 principles (certification not required)
Establish foundational policies, procedures, and controls that are actively used on the manufacturing floor
Develop and execute a multi-year quality and process improvement roadmap with defined milestones
Establish and sustain manufacturing standards related to housekeeping, equipment condition, and workplace organization
Partner with Operations to elevate plant discipline and visual professionalism consistent with customer expectations
Work cross-functionally with Production, Engineering, Maintenance, and Supply Chain
Coach leaders and operators on quality fundamentals, process thinking, and execution discipline
Provide clear, fact-based progress updates and recommendations to plant leadership
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, or related technical discipline
7+ years of experience in manufacturing quality, process engineering, or operational excellence roles
Hands-on experience working within or implementing ISO 9001-aligned systems
Strong background in process-driven manufacturing environments
Proven ability to lead change and build systems in established operations
Preferred
Experience modernizing or stabilizing legacy manufacturing operations
Exposure to global manufacturing standards and practices
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life and disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Vacation
Paid holidays
Relaxed dress code
401K Plan
Company
LaFrance Corp
Manufactures range of three dimensional nameplates and decals for product identification.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Derek McDonnell
President & COO
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