Aerospace Quality Lead

Aerospace Quality Lead

Location
:
Chicago, IL

Pay
: $110K – $130K

• Knowledge of steel products, metals processing, and manufacturing or distribution environments
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 and AS9100 Quality Management Systems
• Understanding of Six Sigma and Lean manufacturing principles
• Ability to conduct audits, inspections, and root cause analysis
• Strong documentation, organization, and communication skills
• Experience managing calibration systems and quality metrics
• Ability to support cross-functional teams and customer-facing quality initiatives

• Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgy, Quality Engineering, or related field OR equivalent combination of education and experience
• OR High school diploma/GED with 5 years of related experience in quality, manufacturing, or metals industry
• Experience in manufacturing or metals distribution preferred
• Ongoing training in metals applications, industry standards, and customer requirements

• Respond to customer inquiries regarding non-conformance and quality issues, ensuring timely resolution
• Oversee quality-related process improvements and ensure product conformance to specifications
• Conduct product inspections, supplier assessments, and periodic audits of suppliers and subcontractors
• Maintain quality performance metrics, calibration systems, and inspection/test equipment traceability
• Support sales, operations, and production with technical, compliance, and certification requirements
• Manage non-conformances, customer regulatory activities, and quality system approvals
• Administer customer-specific programs including audits, reporting, and compliance documentation