Quality Manager (Heavy Industrial Manufacturing) at NW Recruiting Partners

Quality Manager (Heavy Industrial Manufacturing)Whatcom CountyA local heavy industrial manufacturer is seeking a Quality Manager to strengthen the connection between the shop floor documentation and this role youll own the Quality Management System (QMS) and ensure day-to-day production and long-lead projects are supported by accurate records strong traceability and repeatable processes.The ideal candidate will have a background in industrial manufacturingideally steel/metalswith hands-on experience in ISO 9001 documentation control and continuous improvement. NDT experience is a big plus (and an ASNT Level III profile would be a standout) along with the ability to partner closely with production to keep quality proactive not a bottleneck.Quality Manager Responsibilities:Own and maintain the QMS (ISO 9001) including procedures controls and continuous improvementEnsure document control reporting accuracy across daily production and multi-year projectsLead documentation intake and filing so records are complete findable and audit-readyManage a doc control team (3 people) and improve workflows accountability and consistencyDrive traceability for materials and product (certs/MTRs lot/heat tracking travelers/routers inspection records)Lead NCR/MRB/CAPA processes (root cause containment corrective/preventive actions)Conduct/coordinate internal audits and support customer/supplier audits as neededPartner with production leaders to improve quality outcomes without slowing down throughputOversee inspection/testing requirements (incoming in-process final) and ensure results are documented properlyManage calibration program and measurement/inspection system controlsSupport supplier quality for long-lead materials and documentation completenessQuality Manager Qualifications:Minimum 7 years related work experience including a minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience.Quality leadership experience in a manufacturing environment (job shop / high-mix / heavy industrial preferred)Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001 and practical QMS ownershipComfortable living on the data documentation side (record integrity reporting traceability audits)Experience with metals / steel / fabrication environmentsAble to juggle priorities and pick up where you left off across long-lead multi-year projectsBenefits & Appreciation:Comprehensive benefits package (medical dental vision) 85% paid by employer ( for employee dependent)401k with 4% matchGenerous PTOStable company culture with long-tenured team members and leadership succession planningCompensation:$120000 - $150000 (DOE)Required Experience:Manager Key Skills Lean Manufacturing,Six Sigma,Continuous Improvement,ISO 9001,Lean Six Sigma,Management Experience,Manufacturing & Controls,5S,Manufacturing Management,Kaizen,Chemistry,Manufacturing Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 120000 - 150000