Quality Manager

Quality Manager at Faxon Machining

Faxon Machining, based in Cincinnati, Ohio, is a national leader in fabricated products for aerospace, military defense, and other industries. Specializing in precision machining, Faxon is renowned for producing high‑quality munitions products and innovating with advanced materials and manufacturing techniques to enhance performance and reliability.

Reporting to the General Manager, the Quality Manager will lead a total team of 20, including 7 direct reports, to manage the day‑to‑day operation of the Quality Control Department.

Key responsibilities include:

• Plan, organize, and implement processes and resources to ensure on‑time delivery of products that meet customer and regulatory requirements.
• Maximize resource utilization to achieve quality, schedule, and profit goals, and facilitate continuous improvement projects.
• Set goals, work plans, and budgets to achieve the lowest cost and highest quality results.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable government regulations, contract requirements, and internal audit standards.
• Conduct audits of the Management System to verify conformance to quality plans and requirements.
• Analyze product losses, material reviews, manufacturing costs, and maintain improvement programs to drive process and product excellence.
• Monitor and report quality delays, controlling significant out‑of‑tolerance gauges.
• Develop and maintain a communication plan to inform employees about quality business goals and objectives.
• Create a climate of open, two‑way communication, encouraging the exchange of ideas and information.
• Identify training and development needs for the quality team.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business from an accredited university or a minimum of 6 years’ experience in quality‑related functions with a progressive history of increased responsibility.
• Experience leading quality system planning and quality improvement methods.
• Minimum Internal Auditor training in ISO 9001 and / or AS 9100;
  Certified Lead Assessor desirable.
• Knowledge of machining, assembly, NDT, Metrology, Auditing, and root cause analysis.
• Leadership experience in Operations, Manufacturing, or Quality preferred.
• Experience working directly with external customers and suppliers.
• Familiarity with project / program management tools and processes.
• Comfortable with group presentation and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to excel in all customer service areas.
• Accountable for meeting customer/business needs and developing direct reports.

• Strong analytical and creative problem‑solving skills.
• Collaborative and team‑oriented mindset.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Working for Faxon Machining offers the opportunity to develop expertise in precision machining and contribute to innovative designs in a specialized industry. The company’s commitment to advanced materials and manufacturing techniques enables employees to work on cutting‑edge projects and advance their careers within a close‑knit culture that values collaboration and pride in creating high‑quality components. Competitive compensation and exposure to the overall holding company’s portfolio for future growth further enhance the appeal of this role.