Quality Assurance Manager at HiFyve

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionHiFyve is hiring a Quality Assurance Manager in the Heavy Manufacturing industry in Riverside, MO!Salary: $115K - $125KShift: DaysLocation: Riverside, MOJob Summary:Join a highly respected precision manufacturer specializing in large-scale welded, machined, and custom-engineered assemblies supporting the marine, defense, and industrial sectors. This role is ideal for a hands-on Quality Manager or a senior-level Quality Engineer ready to step into leadership and elevate a growing ISO 9001 environment.You will oversee a small but capable team, partner heavily with engineering and production, and drive the quality discipline required for tight-tolerance, high-mix/low-volume manufacturing..Key Responsibilities:Lead and strengthen the ISO 9001 Quality Management System, including procedures, document control, audits, and continuous improvement.Oversee incoming, in-process, and final inspection activities, ensuring compliance with prints, tolerances, weld specs, and customer requirements.Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions using 8D, DMAIC, and structured problem-solving tools.Manage PPAP, APQP, control plans, and first article processes for machined and welded components.Collaborate with engineering on print reviews, GD&T interpretation, nonconformances, and disposition.Serve as the quality liaison for customer audits, technical reviews, and contract requirements (marine/defense).Develop quality metrics, reports, and data-driven improvements for scrap, rework, and process capability.Coach, mentor, and elevate quality inspectors and technicians in daily floor support.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related technical discipline (preferred).3–7+ years in Quality Engineering or Quality Management within heavy manufacturing, machining, fabrication, or precision assemblies.Strong working knowledge of GD&T, print interpretation, metrology tools, and tight-tolerance machining.Hands-on experience with welded assemblies, fabrication processes, and mechanical inspection.Proven ability to lead corrective actions, drive quality culture, and communicate across production, engineering, and customer teams.Familiarity with ISO 9001, PPAP, APQP, internal/external audits, and supplier quality processes.If you are interested, please apply.