Manufacturing Quality Manager

Location: Marietta Company: Hi Vac The Quality Manager will lead the quality assurance and control processes ensuring that all products meet rigorous industry standards and customer expectations. This role focuses on maintaining and improving quality systems, managing audits, and driving a culture of continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities: Develop, implement, and maintain quality control processes for manufacturing operations. Oversee internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and customer specifications. Monitor and report on quality performance (KPIs), driving improvements where needed. Collaborate with engineering, production, and supply chain teams to address quality issues and implement corrective actions. Lead root cause analysis and problem-solving efforts to address quality concerns. Manage supplier quality, including qualification, audits, and ongoing performance evaluation. Ensure compliance with relevant quality certifications. Train and mentor staff on quality assurance processes and best practices. Report to senior management on quality metrics and improvement initiatives. Required Skills and Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field. Proven experience in quality management within a manufacturing environment (5 years). Strong understanding of quality assurance processes, methodologies, and relevant standards (e.g., ISO 9001, Six Sigma, TS 1649). Experience leading audits and maintaining compliance with industry certifications. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Strong communication skills for collaborating across departments and presenting to management. Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement processes, and root cause analysis techniques. Preferred Qualifications: Six Sigma Green/Black Belt certification. Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems. Experience with supplier quality management. Plexus is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets