Quality Assurance Manager

Specific Role:

We’re looking for a hands-on, detail-oriented Quality Assurance (QA) Manager to oversee quality control processes across EMIT Technologies’ manufacturing facility. In this role, you’ll ensure products meet internal and customer specifications, lead the resolution of quality concerns, and drive improvements that reduce defects, rework, and scrap. You’ll work closely with Production, Engineering, and Supply Chain while leading the QA team and maintaining compliance with applicable quality, safety, and industry standards.

Key Accountabilities:

Oversee daily quality assurance and inspection activities throughout the manufacturing process

Verify finished products meet internal requirements and customer specifications before leaving the facility

Monitor in-process production to identify defects, deviations, and nonconformances

Conduct regular audits of manufacturing processes, work areas, and finished products

Lead corrective actions and follow-up efforts to prevent quality issues from recurring

Track, analyze, and report quality metrics, trends, and key performance indicators to leadership

Oversee the calibration, maintenance, storage, and documentation of inspection tools and equipment

Lead root cause analysis for defects, deviations, and nonconformances

Develop and implement preventive measures and process improvements that reduce rework and scrap

Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Supply Chain to resolve quality concerns and improve manufacturing processes

Provide guidance, mentorship, and performance feedback to QA team members

Conduct performance evaluations using established skills matrices and annual review processes

Manage team responsibilities such as PTO requests, timecard approvals, payroll accuracy, attendance expectations, and personnel concerns

Coordinate recruiting and onboarding efforts for open QA positions

Maintain clean, organized, and hazard-free quality work areas

Ensure compliance with EMIT’s 5S expectations, safety protocols, GMP standards, and applicable quality requirements

Promote a proactive culture of quality, accountability, safety, and continuous improvement

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in quality management, engineering, manufacturing, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience

Previous experience leading quality assurance or quality control activities in a manufacturing environment

Working knowledge of quality management systems, inspection procedures, corrective actions, and audit processes

Experience performing root cause analysis and implementing corrective and preventive actions

Familiarity with measuring and inspection equipment, including calibration and documentation requirements

Ability to interpret engineering drawings, product specifications, tolerances, and manufacturing requirements

Experience tracking quality metrics and communicating trends, risks, and recommendations to leadership

Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and hold team members accountable

Strong problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making skills

Ability to collaborate effectively with Production, Engineering, Supply Chain, and other cross-functional teams

Clear written and verbal communication skills

Detail-oriented, solutions-focused mindset with a commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Physical and Safety Requirements:

Ability to repeatedly lift and move materials or equipment weighing up to 50–75 lbs.

Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout the manufacturing facility for an entire shift

Ability to wear and properly use all required personal protective equipment

Follow established safety procedures when using inspection tools, working around equipment, and handling materials

EMIT Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds. Pay Range $80,000 — $120,000 USD