Michael Page International Inc.

Quality Manager |

Location

Palos Hills, IL

Wage

$100,000 – $130,000/yr

Employment Type

Full-time

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Posted on April 21, 2026

Job Description

Overview

My client is a growing, leading manufacturer of precision machined metal products serving a variety of industries. They are seeking an experienced Quality Manager to lead their operation due to impressive growth.

Responsibilities

  • Lead, manage, and develop the Quality Department, including inspectors, technicians, and quality engineers.
  • Oversee all aspects of the Quality Management System (QMS).
  • Establish and maintain inspection processes, including first article inspections, inprocess inspections, and final inspections.
  • Manage corrective and preventive action (CAPA) processes, including root cause analysis and implementation of long-term solutions.
  • Interface directly with customers regarding quality concerns, audits, non-conformances, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Collaborate with production, engineering, and leadership to drive process capability, reduce scrap, and improve overall product quality.
  • Oversee calibration programs, document control, internal audits, and supplier quality performance.
  • Analyze quality metrics and present actionable insights to leadership; lead initiatives to improve KPIs.
  • Support new product introduction (NPI) with quality plans, risk assessments, and process validation.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 5+ years of quality experience in a metalworking environment.
  • Strong knowledge of GD&T, blueprint reading, metrology, and machining processes.
  • Experience with ISO 9001, AS9100, or comparable quality standards.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead teams, develop processes, and manage customer-facing quality issues.
  • Proficiency with root cause analysis methodologies (5-Why, Fishbone, 8D, etc.).
  • Familiarity with statistical process control (SPC), FAI/PPAP, and gage R&R.
  • Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills.

Benefits

  • 401k
  • Health Insurance
  • PTO

Benefits

401k
Health Insurance
PTO