Quality Manager

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Lead quality initiatives for Molex’s Aerospace and Defense Solutions division, ensuring compliance with rigorous industry standards and driving continuous improvement across manufacturing processes, materials, and products. This role is critical to supporting high-reliability applications for military, aerospace, and defense markets.

In our Aerospace Defense Solutions Division, based in Little Falls, MN, you will join a mission‑driven team dedicated to delivering precision, reliability, and uncompromising quality to our defense and aerospace customers. We operate in a highly regulated, fast‑paced environment where attention to detail, process discipline, and technical excellence are essential.

Our cross‑functional team includes experts in Operations, Engineering, Program Management, Supply Chain, and EH&S—each working collaboratively to ensure our products meet stringent customer, regulatory, and industry standards. We take pride in supporting programs that contribute to national security and the success of our military and aerospace partners.

You will be part of a culture built on integrity, continuous improvement, and accountability. We value transparent communication, data‑driven decision‑making, and a proactive approach to solving complex challenges. As a leader within our organization, you will influence quality strategy, strengthen compliance, and help foster a culture where every team member feels responsible for product excellence.

If you're motivated by meaningful work, technical rigor, and being part of a team committed to advancing aerospace and defense technologies, you’ll find this a rewarding place to grow and make an impact.

• Develop and implement standards and methods for inspection, testing, and evaluation of products and processes.
• Design sampling procedures and create documentation for recording, evaluating, and reporting quality and reliability data.
• Establish programs to evaluate precision and accuracy of production equipment and testing facilities.
• Drive methods for disposition of discrepant material and assess cost and responsibility.
• Direct team members engaged in measuring and testing product quality and reliability.
• Compile and deliver training on quality control activities.
• Partner with suppliers to ensure quality standards through audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Interpret company policies and enforce safety regulations.
• Support quality functions of day‑to‑day manufacturing operations.
• Provide coaching and development to your team, and ensure your entire organization is leveraging its individual and collective comparative advantage.
• Monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and drive improvement.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, quality, or related field OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in quality systems, manufacturing, or engineering within aerospace, defense, or high‑reliability industries.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to apply statistical methods and quality tools such as SPC, root cause analysis, and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Ability to interpret technical standards and regulatory requirements.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience.

• ASQ certification (CQE, CQA) or Six Sigma certification.
• Experience with NADCAP, AS9100, or MIL standards.
• Proven leadership in supplier quality management and audits.

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

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