Quality Control Manager
- Military veterans preferred
2025-09-03 ASC Engineered Solutions
Other
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employee
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Ashtabula Ohio 44004 United States
Position Title: Quality Control Manager Department: Quality Assurance/Quality Control Employment Type Full Time Location: Ashtabula, OH Workplace Type: Onsite
Quality Control Manager
ASC Engineered Solutions is seeking a dedicated and experienced Quality Control Manager to lead and oversee our facility’s Quality Department. This critical leadership role is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining an effective Quality Management System (QMS) in alignment with ISO 9001 standards, customer specifications, and overall company objectives. The ideal candidate will ensure that all products and processes consistently meet internal quality standards, comply with customer requirements, and foster a culture of continuous improvement across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the QC department, including the team of inspectors and quality tech.
Responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring the facility's quality control system to maintain compliance with ISO 9001 standards.
Analyze test results and work with production to identify and correct deviations from quality standards.
Manage non-conformance reports (NCRs), root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
Oversee inspection requirements for all purchased product.
Develop and monitor control plans, FMEAs, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Train and coach employees on quality policies, procedures, and inspection techniques.
Conduct internal quality audits.
Lead efforts to reduce scrap, rework, and customer complaints through continuous improvement initiatives.
Maintain overall calibration system.
Implement Lean manufacturing and quality principles to enhance process efficiency, reduce variation, and ensure product compliance.
Drive continuous improvement efforts within the quality department using Lean tools and methodologies.
Support root cause analysis and corrective actions through Lean problem-solving techniques (e.g., 5 Whys, fishbone diagrams, Kaizen events).
Collaborate closely with Human Resources to coordinate training programs, manage employee performance, and conduct annual evaluations for quality staff.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related scientific field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a quality-focused role within a manufacturing setting.
Strong understanding of rubber processing techniques is a plus but not required (e.g., mixing, extrusion, compression/injection molding).
Knowledge of various inspection methodologies and blueprint interpretation.
Experience with statistical process control (SPC) and quality tools (e.g., 8D, 5-Why, Pareto Analysis, Six Sigma Tools, DOE).
Experience in the development, implementation, and maintenance of a robust Quality Management System (QMS) aligned with ISO 9001 standards, ensuring ongoing compliance, continuous improvement, and audit readiness.
Advanced proficiency in data-driven decision-making to support quality assurance and process optimization.
Experience with analyzing complex datasets to drive process improvements and ensure regulatory compliance.
Proficient in MS Office; knowledge of quality management systems (QMS) software is a plus.
Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Job Benefits
Health & Dental
Life Insurance
401(k) with 100% match up to 4%
STD & LTD
Variety of Additional Supplemental Insurances
Company Paid Holidays, Vacation & PTO
About ASC Engineered Solutions
Following the 2019 merger of Anvil International and Smith-Cooper International, the unified company relaunched in March 2021 as ASC Engineered Solutions. Under a single name and logo, ASC Engineered Solutions continues our focus on improving the customer experience every day and striving to deliver service excellence.
The evolved ASC Engineered Solutions brand reinforces a focus on what matters most to customers: quality. As a solutions provider, this quality is reflected in our precision-engineered products, support and knowledge. Our organization is a dependable strategic partner focused on its customers’ success.
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
