Quality Control Manager – Precision Machine Parts

Quality Control Manager – Precision Machine Parts

West Chester, Pennsylvania, United States

Hire Now Staffing is actively recruiting a seasoned, highly skilled Quality Control Manager – Precision Machine Parts to join one of our valued client partners. Hire Now Staffing is acting as a direct placement partner for this quality leadership role within a precision machining environment.

This position is responsible for leading quality control operations across machining cells to ensure that precision-manufactured components meet internal specifications, customer requirements, and regulatory standards. The Quality Control Manager will oversee inspection processes, nonconformance resolution, quality documentation, and team development.

This role requires a hands-on leader who understands machining processes, dimensional inspection, and regulated quality systems. It is not an administrative-only position—the selected candidate must be comfortable working directly on the production floor.

• Oversee in-process and final inspection activities across machining operations
• Lead First Article Inspection (FAI) processes and documentation
• Interpret and apply GD&T requirements to inspection standards
• Manage nonconformance investigations, MRB reviews, and corrective action processes
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and/or ISO 13485 quality systems
• Train, mentor, and support quality inspectors and production personnel
• Maintain inspection records and quality documentation accuracy
• Partner with production and engineering teams to resolve dimensional and process issues
• Monitor trends and implement preventive quality improvements
• Support internal audits and maintain calibration program oversight

• Minimum 5+ years of quality experience within a precision machining environment
• Advanced blueprint reading and GD&T proficiency
• Direct experience performing and reviewing FAIs and in-process inspections
• Experience managing nonconformance reports (NCRs), MRBs, and corrective actions
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 and/or ISO 13485 quality standards
• Demonstrated leadership or mentoring experience within a manufacturing setting
• Stable employment history within machining or regulated environments

Candidates without machining-related quality experience will not be considered. Jumpy resumes will not be accepted.

• Background in CNC or Swiss machining operations
• Experience supporting internal or external audits
• ERP system experience within manufacturing
• Engineering degree or equivalent hands-on technical experience
• Familiarity with calibration management programs

• Has long-term tenure in precision machining environments
• Possesses strong GD&T and dimensional inspection expertise
• Demonstrates hands-on involvement in FAI and corrective action processes
• Can effectively mentor inspectors and collaborate with machinists
• Maintains high standards of compliance and documentation accuracy
• Shows accountability for quality metrics and production outcomes

This role requires a leader who understands both inspection methodology and machining realities.

• 100% Onsite – West Chester, PA
• Initial training conducted on 1st shift
• Regulated, climate-controlled manufacturing environment
• Overtime may be available based on production demands
• Relocation may be considered for qualified candidates

Hire Now Staffing is acting as a direct placement partner for this role. All candidate information is handled confidentially and evaluated against defined requirements. This job description outlines the general scope of responsibilities and qualifications. Duties may evolve based on client needs and business growth. Only candidates meeting the core qualifications will be considered for interview.