Quality Manager - St. Augustine, FL

Job Summary

The Quality Manager supports the organization’s efforts to maintain and improve product and process quality. This role oversees the Quality Control and Assurance teams, helps align operations with industry standards, and contributes to ongoing improvement initiatives. The position also assists in shaping technical direction and responding to market needs.

• Ensure a safe and supportive working environment that fosters personal and professional growth within the department.
• Lead and develop a team of Quality Control and Quality Assurance professionals to meet organizational quality objectives and drive continuous improvement.
• Shape and direct the technical strategy to support market expansion and product development initiatives.
• Contribute to business strategy and policy development across the organization.
• Facilitate decision‑making processes related to business planning and critical operational matters.
• Develop strategic plans for product, service, technical, or production capabilities aligned with long‑term business goals.
• Identify emerging market needs and define effective strategies to address them.
• Apply Six Sigma methodologies to enhance process efficiency and product quality.
• Leverage experience in the metals industry or heavy manufacturing to inform quality practices.
• Demonstrate strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to resolve complex quality issues.
• Develop, implement, and maintain QMS, including AS9100/ISO 9001 standards for aluminum production.
• Act as the voice of the customer, resolving quality issues and conducting audits.
• Manage vendor quality, including auditing and Corrective Action Requests (CARs).

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of five years of experience in Quality Management within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal.

• Experience in the aluminum extrusion industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Engineering, Quality, or a related field.
• Solid background in Quality Management, with hands‑on experience in quality systems and processes.
• Preferred experience with automotive TS 16949 standards.
• Knowledge of Compliant Pro (CPro).
• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) and/or Six Sigma Greenbelt or Blackbelt.
• Travel up to 15% of the time.

• Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Retirement savings plans with company match/contributions.
• Education assistance.
• Bonus plan eligibility.
• Parental leave.

Location:

Saint Augustine, Florida.

Affiliate Sponsor:
Hydro

Job Code:
Manufacturing Manufacturing