Job Title: Quality Manager Job Description We are seeking a Senior Manager of Quality to lead the development and execution of a robust Quality Management System (QMS) that ensures customer satisfaction, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence. Responsibilities + Lead a team of quality engineers and inspectors, driving quality initiatives across the entire product lifecycle—from design and development to manufacturing and service. + Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, supply chain, production, and compliance to embed quality into every process and product. + Review quality metrics and lead morning stand-ups with your team to align on priorities. + Meet with engineering and manufacturing teams to address quality issues in new product introductions. + Conduct supplier quality reviews or audits to ensure compliance and performance. + Analyze defect trends and lead root cause analysis sessions using Six Sigma or FMEA tools. + Coach team members on quality best practices and continuous improvement strategies. + Prepare reports for leadership on quality KPIs and cost of quality performance. + Collaborate with IT to ensure enterprise systems support QMS requirements. Essential Skills + Deep quality expertise in complex products, especially with those involving hardware, electrical, or electromechanical systems. + 10+ years in quality management, and 5+ years of leading technical teams within manufacturing. + Strong command of quality tools and methodologies such as Six Sigma, Lean, FMEA, and CAPA. + Skilled in hiring, coaching, and developing high-performing quality teams. + Ability to design and implement scalable quality systems and metrics. + Proficiency in statistical tools such as Minitab, JMP, Power BI and standards like ISO 9001, IPC-610/620. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or related field. + Experience in risk assessment methodologies such as FMEA, NUDD, HARA. + Extensive experience and training in quality approaches including Six Sigma, TQM, Lean. + Quality certifications are a nice bonus. Work Environment Our work environment supports flexible work arrangements and offers growth opportunities through professional development and tuition reimbursement programs. Relocation assistance is provided for eligible roles and highly qualified candidates. Regional talent to the PNW is preferred. #LI-MH3 Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $110000.00 - $140000.00/yr. Benefits 401(k) Plan: Includes a 6% company match.Equity: Company stock options.Insurance Coverage: 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, and short/long-term disability insurance for employees.Benefit Start Date: Eligible for benefits on your first day of employment.Well-Being Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP).Time Off:Exempt Employees: Flexible, unlimited PTO and 10 company holidays, including a winter shutdown.Non-Exempt Employees: 10 vacation days, paid sick leave, and 10 company holidays, including a winter shutdown, annually.On-Site Perks: Catered lunches four times a week and a variety of healthy snacks and refreshments at our Salem and Pittsburgh locations.Parental Leave: Generous paid parental leave programs. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Woodburn,OR. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 2025. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.