Quality Control Manager

STS Technical Services is hiring a Quality Control Manager in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, for a direct-hire opportunity supporting manufacturing quality control operations.

This onsite position is responsible for managing daily Quality Control (QC) activities, supervising inspection personnel, ensuring product compliance, and addressing quality issues that affect production and shipping schedules.

We’re looking for an experienced manufacturing quality professional with at least 5 years of experience in quality control or manufacturing inspection, previous supervisory or management experience, and a strong understanding of mechanical assemblies and manufacturing processes.

The ideal candidate is comfortable leading a team while remaining directly involved in QC operations, inspections, corrective actions, and process improvement.

Position Details

• Job Title: Quality Control Manager – Facility
• Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
• Employment Type: Direct Hire
• Work Location: Onsite, 5 Days Per Week
• Shift: First Shift
• Additional Scheduling: Supports off-shift production and quality needs as required

Position Overview

The Quality Control Manager is responsible for overseeing facility-level QC operations, including daily inspection activities, team supervision, issue escalation, and corrective actions.

This position ensures that parts, assemblies, and finished products meet internal and customer requirements while supporting established production and shipping schedules.

The Quality Control Manager will work directly with QC personnel, Production, Engineering, and Project Management to address quality concerns, maintain accurate inspection documentation, and contribute to continuous improvement in manufacturing and quality processes.

This is a hands-on leadership position requiring active involvement in daily operations and the ability to assist and support the QC team when needed.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Control Operations and Team Management

• Manage day-to-day operations and activities of an established Quality Control team.
• Supervise and support QC personnel, including team building and performance oversight.
• Maintain a hands-on presence within QC operations, assisting and providing backup support to the QC team and production operations as needed.
• Conduct QC process training for affected staff.
• Reinforce a culture of safety and respect through training and leadership engagement.

Quality Inspections and Documentation

• Ensure inspections are completed on parts, assemblies, and finished products to verify compliance with applicable specifications.
• Ensure quality documentation is complete, accurate, and properly maintained.
• Maintain visibility of product status throughout the Quality Control and production processes.
• Perform routine and periodic mechanical and electrical inspections and audits to verify that Production and QC teams meet requirements.
• Oversee First Article Inspections and customer-specific inspection requirements.

Quality Issues and Corrective Actions

• Identify, contain, and escalate quality issues that may affect product delivery or performance.
• Determine and carry out corrective actions when necessary.
• Coordinate with Production, Engineering, and Project Management teams to resolve quality issues.
• Lead facility-level corrective actions involving nonconformances and recurring defects.
• Apply root cause analysis and corrective action experience to quality concerns.

Quality Reporting and Process Improvement

• Collect, process, and analyze quality data.
• Track and report quality metrics, key performance indicators (KPIs), and trends to leadership.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Participate in process reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to improvements in production and quality processes.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Quality Control or manufacturing inspection.
• Previous experience supervising or managing Quality Control or similar personnel.
• Strong understanding of mechanical assemblies and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications.
• Experience with corrective actions and root cause analysis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain positive working relationships with the Production Department, Safety Team, Quality Team, Human Resources, and upper management.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Quality Engineering, a technical discipline, or a related field.
• Lean Manufacturing training or certification.
• Six Sigma training or certification.
• Experience with Epicor ERP systems.
• Experience with SharePoint.

Work Schedule and Environment

This position is located onsite in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, five days per week.

First-shift openings are available. The Quality Control Manager must also support off-shift production and quality needs as required.

The role involves daily interaction with Quality Control personnel and collaboration with Production, Engineering, Project Management, Safety, Human Resources, and upper management.

About STS Technical Services

STS Technical Services is a Top 100 Staffing Firm that partners with leading organizations across the aerospace, defense, manufacturing, and industrial sectors.

We connect skilled professionals with career opportunities throughout the United States.

Apply Today

If you’re looking for Quality Control Manager jobs in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and have experience managing manufacturing inspections, supervising QC personnel, resolving quality issues, and leading corrective actions, we encourage you to apply.

STS Technical Services is hiring for this direct-hire Quality Control Manager opportunity in Milwaukee.

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