Manufacturing and Quality Manager

Manufacturing and Quality Manager/Engineer Kansas City, KS

Air Fixture is the leading manufacturer of underfloor air distribution (UFAD) systems, trench heaters, custom HVAC solutions, and precision sheet metal components. We specialize in innovative, energy-efficient products that support high-performance buildings worldwide.

We are seeking a versatile, hands‑on Manufacturing and Quality Manager/Engineer with a solid background in Quality Management Systems, Quality Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Manufacturing Process Improvement. This role supports new product introduction, ensures product quality, and optimizes manufacturing processes to meet operational goals.

• Employer-paid health plan
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• HHSA- with qualified health plans
• 7 paid holidays
• 401(k) available after 90 days of employment
• $50,000 company paid Life Insurance
• 10 days paid time off during first year of employment

• 40-hour work week with semiflexible work hours
• Monday-Friday
• 6:30am-5pm

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing or quality engineering, preferably in HVAC or customer fabrication environments
• ASQ Certified Manager of Quality (CMQ/OE) and/or Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 or similar systems, lean manufacturing, and Six Sigma principles and experience implementing the systems
• Proficient with CAD software (Solid Works preferred), ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics GP a plus) and Microsoft Office
• Hands‑on approach to problem‑solving and process improvement
• Preferred experience with sheet metal fabrication, HVAC products, or low‑voltage electrical systems
• Familiarity with statistical process control (SPC), Failure Mode & Effect Analysis (FMEA), and Design for Manufacturability (DFM)
• Preferred project management experience

• Develop and maintain a quality program for the company
• Manage inspection standards, perform and oversee quality audits, and documentation to meet ISO 9001/AS9100 or equivalent standards
• Client presentations on the quality program

• Author quality system procedures, design and implement a testing program
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) for product defects
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure incoming material quality
• Field visits where required, to troubleshoot and solve quality problems

• Design and optimize manufacturing processes for HVAC systems and sheet metal components
• Drive lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement projects
• Develop work instructions, process flow diagrams, and standard operating procedures
• Support the transition of new designs into production, including tooling, fixtures, and equipment selection

Does this sound like the position for you? Apply with a current resume today!

Air Fixture is manufacturing Under Floor Air Distribution (UFAD) systems for use in buildings designed with Raised Access Floors. We have over 180 million square feet of installation experience with hundreds of projects around the world, with virtually every type of building and climate. We offer nearly every type of UFAD system available