Quality Manager

Overview

Bryant Bureau is hiring a Quality Manager for a defense company located in the Troy area. 100K, Direct hire

• Oversee and maintain compliance with AS9100 and ISO 9001 standards, ensuring systems are up to date, fully implemented, and that all staff receive necessary training.
• Collaborate with customers, suppliers, sales, and engineering teams to drive quality improvements and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Analyze customer requirements for quality reporting and ensure all relevant personnel are trained and aligned with reporting expectations.
• Partner with manufacturing and engineering departments to enhance product quality, reduce waste, and implement continuous process improvements.
• Conduct internal audits and use statistical analysis and supplier development practices to assess and improve performance.
• Support resolution of customer complaints and lead root cause analysis and corrective action initiatives using structured problem-solving techniques.
• Manage document control processes, including updates to the Quality Manual, Standard Practice Books (STPB), Work Instructions, and related forms. Coordinate scheduled reviews and updates.
• Lead the internal audit program, including audit planning, scheduling, execution, and reporting.
• Prepare and deliver departmental reports such as corrective action summaries, audit findings, and management review updates.
• Monitor adherence to internal procedures and external quality standards, propose process enhancements, and track their implementation and results.
• Assess supplier performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and oversee corrective and preventive actions when necessary.
• Fulfill managerial responsibilities related to quality systems and drive ongoing process improvement initiatives.
• Track, analyze, and report on key quality metrics.
• Facilitate quality-focused meetings, lead discussions on risk management, safety, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Support employee training initiatives and maintain accurate training documentation.
• Develop, update, and execute Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) policies and programs.
• Ensure full compliance with OSHA regulations, including documentation and reporting.
• Guide and advise staff on safety procedures and best practices.
• Organize and deliver training seminars and webinars to support employee safety and compliance awareness.
• Monitor organizational compliance with all applicable safety regulations.
• Perform risk assessments and introduce preventative strategies.
• Ensure that all safety protocols are enforced by supervisors and management.
• Monitor, evaluate, and report all health and safety performance metrics.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a quality management or related role.
• Demonstrated success in audit preparation and execution.
• Knowledge of industry regulatory requirements and quality standards.
• Experience developing and delivering training on quality and safety topics.
• Strong documentation skills with the ability to produce clear reports, procedures, and manuals.
• Customer-focused mindset with a strong understanding of client needs.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities, both written and verbal.
• Effective project management capabilities with experience juggling multiple priorities.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work independently.
• Deep understanding of Aerospace and Automotive industry standards, specifically AS9100 and ISO 9001.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and internet-based tools.
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed.

• Previous experience in the Defense industry.
• 7+ years of experience in a relevant quality management role.