Quality Manager: ISO , Six Sigma & CI Lead

Sutherlin , Oregon Direct Hire Apr 28, 2026

The Quality Manager leads the day-to-day operations of the Quality Assurance Department to ensure that the company's commercial and residential treatment systems and control panels meet or exceed customer requirements. This role partners closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Supply Chain to develop, implement, and monitor procedures and work instructions that drive product quality and consistency for both internal and external customers.

The Quality Manager is responsible for leading Quality Analysts and Quality Auditors, reducing process variation, ensuring acceptable outgoing quality levels, and maintaining compliance with ISO 9001 standards. This role also leads cross‑functional Six Sigma initiatives focused on continuous improvement and permanent root cause corrective actions.

Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 standards and established quality objectives.

Prepare for, lead, and manage external audits.

Maintain integrity of quality systems and documentation.

Ensure compliance with applicable safety and regulatory standards including UL, IEC, and CE requirements.

Ensure calibration and maintenance of all testing and inspection instruments.

Direct incoming inspection and testing of materials, components, and finished products.

Validate final inspection and testing of completed control panels, including high voltage and functional testing, and label verification.

Ensure inspection records and test reports are complete, accurate, and traceable to each product serial number.

Ensure Product Quality Plans are implemented and Quality Standards are clearly defined to detect defects early (e.g., wiring errors, torque settings, cable routing).

Audit manufacturing processes and procedures to ensure compliance with best‑in‑class practices.

Lead investigations into product quality issues, analyze data, and implement corrective action plans.

Apply Six Sigma DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control) methodologies to resolve quality issues and reduce variation.

Lead and/or participate in scrap reduction initiatives.

Utilize performance and measurement data to develop and implement continuous improvement action plans with defined objectives and timelines.

Perform statistical analysis and provide data‑driven recommendations.

Develop, measure, and report internal and external quality performance metrics.

Establish and monitor objectives for direct reports to ensure effectiveness and accountability.

Manage, train, and mentor Quality Engineers, Analysts, and Inspectors.

Create and maintain clear, accurate Work Instructions (WIs) to standardize production and testing methods.

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Electronic Engineering from an accredited four‑year institution.

Minimum 7 years of experience in Quality.

Minimum 3 years in a Quality Management or leadership role.

Experience leading cross‑functional continuous improvement initiatives.

Strong knowledge of UL 508A standards.

Knowledge of polymer testing methodologies.

Experience with root cause analysis, statistical analysis, and process improvement methodologies (Six Sigma preferred).

Experience working within ISO 9001 quality systems.

Familiarity with electrical control panel manufacturing and testing processes preferred.

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills

Leadership and team development capability

Excellent communication and cross‑functional collaboration

• High attention to detail and commitment to quality excellence

Serving residential, commercial, and municipal markets across the United States and internationally, it is recognized for its innovative, sustainable technologies and long‑standing commitment to water quality and environmental stewardship