Quality Control Manager

STS Technical Services is seeking a Quality Control Manager to lead inspection operations and drive quality performance in a growing manufacturing environment in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This role is responsible for overseeing daily QC activities, managing inspection teams, and ensuring products meet both internal standards and customer requirements.

This is a hands-on leadership role. Not a desk job. You are expected to be on the floor, solving problems in real time, supporting your team, and keeping production moving without sacrificing quality.

• Manage day-to-day operations of Quality Control inspection teams
• Supervise and support QC personnel, including performance management and team development
• Step in as needed to support inspections and production activities
  
  Conduct training related to quality control processes and standards
• Reinforce a culture of safety, accountability, and respect across teams
• Ensure inspections are completed on parts, assemblies, and finished products to meet specifications
• Maintain accurate and complete quality documentation
• Identify, contain, and elevate quality issues that impact delivery or performance
• Execute and oversee corrective actions for nonconformances and recurring defects
• Maintain visibility of product status throughout QC and production processes
• Perform routine mechanical and electrical inspections and audits
• Oversee First Article Inspections and customer-specific quality requirements
• Collect, analyze, and report quality metrics, KPIs, and trends to leadership
• Coordinate with Production, Engineering, and Project Management to resolve issues
• Support internal and external audits, process reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives

• Experience supervising or managing Quality Control or similar personnel
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality control or manufacturing inspection
• Strong understanding of mechanical assemblies and manufacturing processes
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications
• Experience with corrective actions and root cause analysis
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word; ERP experience such as Epicor and SharePoint preferred
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Degree in quality engineering, technical field, or related discipline preferred
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma training or certification preferred
• Ability to maintain strong working relationships across Production, Safety, Quality, HR, and leadership teams

• First shift openings available
• Must support off-shift production and quality needs as required

STS Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.