Quality Manager

Bolingbrook, United States | Posted on 06/23/2026

A well-established and growing manufacturer is seeking an experienced Quality Manager to lead and continuously improve its quality systems, drive operational excellence, and support a culture of customer satisfaction and continuous improvement. This leadership position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact while partnering closely with operations, engineering, and executive leadership.

The company offers a stable environment, strong leadership support, and the opportunity to influence quality performance across the organization.

• Lead all quality assurance and quality control activities for the facility.
• Develop, implement, and maintain quality management systems and procedures.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and root‑cause analysis methodologies.
• Analyze quality metrics and establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to improve product quality and customer satisfaction.
• Lead internal and external audits and ensure compliance with applicable standards and customer requirements.
• Manage customer complaints, corrective actions, and preventive action processes (CAPA).
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, supply chain, and production teams to resolve quality issues and improve processes.
• Develop and mentor quality personnel while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Support new product launches and process changes through APQP, PPAP, FMEA, control plans, and other quality tools as applicable.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and industry standards.
• Participate in supplier quality initiatives and customer interactions as needed.

• Experience in plastics, packaging, automotive, industrial, or other high‑volume manufacturing environments.
• ASQ certifications (CQE, CQM, or related certifications) are a plus.
• Experience with customer‑facing quality responsibilities and supplier quality management.

• Performance bonus opportunity
• Retirement savings program
• Paid time off and holidays
• Relocation assistance may be available

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical discipline preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of quality leadership experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of quality systems, statistical analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience leading corrective action investigations and root cause analysis.
• Knowledge of ISO standards and quality auditing practices.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies is highly desirable.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to influence cross‑functional teams.
• Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and quality‑related software systems.