MANAGER, QUALITY / TECHNICAL
Location: McBee, South Carolina
Join a high-performance mini-mill operation that produces a variety of stainless steel bars-round, square, and hexagonal-designed to meet top-tier specifications for diverse industrial use. This leadership opportunity is ideal for someone passionate about quality, technical excellence, and driving operational success.
️ PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead and manage the site's Quality organization, including Quality Assurance and Metallurgical functions.
Oversee the Quality Management System (QMS) and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives.
Ensure compliance with key industry standards and customer requirements including:
- Nadcap (HT, MTL, UT)
- ️ AS9100, AS9120
- ISO 17025
- ASTM
- European Directives
Act as the primary point of contact for customer, supplier, and third-party auditor interactions related to quality systems and product issues.
Design and implement systems, metrics, and processes to detect, resolve, and prevent recurring issues.
Champion Process Management by:
- Risk assessment & mitigation
- Measuring Critical Process Variables (CPVs)
- Control plan development
- Process validation
- Applying statistical methods
Manage budgets (fixed and variable costs) aligned with safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
Continuously build knowledge of quality and operational systems to support and enhance the QMS.
Provide coaching, performance feedback, and quality awareness across the organization.
Take on additional projects and duties as needed.
REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree (preferred in Materials, Engineering, Quality Sciences, or similar fields)
Minimum 7 years of experience with Quality Management Systems
Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, inspection methods, and quality standards
Experience in continuous improvement and root cause analysis
️ Strong planning and organizational skills
Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop team members across functions
Skilled in communication and collaboration with internal teams, customers, and external partners
Ability to use data and structure to drive quality improvements
️ Deadline-driven with excellent prioritization skills
Willingness to travel as needed
Maintain necessary quality accreditations and customer approvals
Ensure testing capabilities support production and shipment plans
Operate with a strong focus on safety and fiscal responsibility