Quality Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Our client in Macomb County is looking for a hands-on Quality Manager to make a real impact. This opportunity offers the chance to take ownership of quality systems, lead a team, and drive continuous improvement in a dynamic manufacturing setting. If you enjoy solving problems, working closely with operations, and improving processes, this role is for you.

What’s in it for you:

• Direct hire opportunity with a well-established, growing manufacturing company
• Salary up to 95K
• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and PTO
• Opportunity to lead and build out quality systems and processes
• High-visibility role with direct impact on operations and customer satisfaction
• Collaborative team environment with strong leadership support

What your day will look like:

• Lead and manage all aspects of the Quality Management System (QMS)
• Oversee quality assurance and quality control processes across production
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, customer requirements, and internal procedures
• Manage internal and external audits (ISO and customer-specific)
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using tools such as Root Cause Analysis, 8D, and corrective actions
• Analyze quality data, identify trends, and implement solutions to reduce defects and improve performance
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and leadership teams to resolve quality issues
• Supervise and mentor quality team members including inspectors and technicians
• Develop and maintain quality documentation including control plans, PFMEAs, and work instructions
• Interface with customers regarding quality concerns, audits, and corrective actions

What we are looking for:

• 5+ years of experience in a Quality leadership role within manufacturing
• Strong knowledge of quality systems such as ISO 9001 (IATF 16949 experience is a plus)
• Experience with core quality tools: SPC, PFMEA, Control Plans, 8D, Root Cause Analysis
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and GD&T
• Experience leading audits and working directly with customers on quality issues
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop and motivate a team
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or related field preferred

At Apex, we actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups. Your unique experiences and perspectives are valuable to us, and we’re excited to see how you might contribute to our team. While we have outlined a set of qualifications for this role, we recognize that experience and skills can come from a variety of backgrounds. If you meet most of these qualifications and are eager to learn and grow with us, we invite you to apply.