Quality Manager - Aerospace Precision Machining at Laborup

Join an engineering-driven precision manufacturer producing complex, tight-tolerance components for the aerospace, defense, semiconductor, and medical industries. We're looking for a hands-on Quality Manager to lead the Quality department while remaining engaged on the shop floor. You'll own quality systems, certifications, audits, inspection processes, and continuous improvement to ensure every part meets the highest customer standards.

Compensation

• $108,000-$150,000/year (based on experience)

Schedule

• 1st Shift
• Monday-Friday

Responsibilities

• Lead the Quality department and mentor inspection personnel.
• Own AS9100 compliance, certifications, customer audits, and quality documentation.
• Oversee first article, in-process, and final inspection activities.
• Review blueprints, GD&T, and customer specifications.
• Perform hands-on inspections using manual and digital inspection equipment when needed.
• Lead root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Partner with Engineering and Production to improve quality, throughput, and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

• 10+ years of quality experience in a precision machining environment.
• Experience leading a Quality department or quality management system.
• Strong knowledge of AS9100, customer audits, certifications, and quality documentation.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret GD&T.
• Hands-on experience inspecting machined parts using precision measuring equipment.
• Aerospace, defense, medical, semiconductor, or other high-precision manufacturing experience preferred.

Benefits

• Direct hire
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k match up to 3%