Quality Manager

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2. Submit Your Application - Click the "Apply" button at the end of this job description to officially apply for the role.

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Quality Manager - Build, Optimize, and Lead Excellence

Join MSHS Pacific Power Group as our next Quality Manager and lead the charge in building a new Quality Management System.

We're unifying two legacy businesses under one scalable QMS-and we need a process-driven leader who thrives in structure, understands industrial service environments, and knows how to drive results. In our highly regulated marine and power generation operations, you'll enhance performance, reduce defects, and create a culture of continuous improvement. If you've built a QMS before and are ready to make a real impact, this is your moment.

Position Overview

Job Title: Quality Manager
Reports To: Leader, Engineering & Business Process Improvement
Location: Kent, WA
Annual Compensation: $140 - $155K (based on experience)
Additional Compensation: Eligible for annual short-term incentive (STI)
FLSA Status: Exempt

What You'll Own:

• Architect & Oversee a Best-in-Class QMS: Develop and implement a Quality Management System that ensures compliance with ISO, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations.
• Lead & Elevate a High-Performance Team: Build a culture of accountability, problem-solving, and continuous improvement within the quality team.
• Drive Process & Operational Excellence: Use Lean, Six Sigma, FMEA, and Kaizen methodologies to reduce defects, enhance first-pass yield, and minimize rework and warranty claims.
• Master Audit & Compliance Programs: Own internal and external audits, supplier quality management, and regulatory adherence.
• Champion Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with engineering, operations, and supply chain to align quality objectives with business and customer expectations.
• Supplier Quality Optimization: Working with the supply chain leader, audit vendors, and implement corrective actions.

Who You Are:

• A structured thinker who thrives on process optimization and system development.
• A methodical leader who brings clarity to complexity and enjoys refining operations for peak efficiency.
• A problem-solver who sees patterns, identifies root causes, and implements long-term solutions-not just quick fixes.
• A strategic influencer who leverages data, logic, and expertise to drive company-wide improvements.

What You Bring to the Table:

• 10+ years of experience in quality management, quality assurance (QA), or quality control (QC), with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, or Quality Management (advanced degree preferred).
• Deep expertise in QMS frameworks, ISO compliance, and regulatory standards in industries like marine and power generation, aerospace, or automotive.
• Strong knowledge of Six Sigma, Lean, Kaizen, TQM, RCA, FMEA, and SPC methodologies.
• Proven track record in reducing defect rates, driving supplier quality improvements, and leading successful audits.
• Strong analytical mindset, problem-solving skills, and hands-on approach to quality enhancement.
• Proficiency in quality management software, statistical analysis tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Required Certifications:

• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE) (ASQ)
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt Certification

Why Join Us?

We don't settle for "good enough." We operate at the intersection of precision, innovation, and operational excellence-and we need someone who shares that mindset.

If you are looking for a high-impact leadership role where you can shape the future of quality, reduce inefficiencies, and drive a lasting impact, this is your opportunity.

To be considered for this position, please complete the Culture Index survey by copying and pasting the following link into your web browser: https://go.cultureindex.com/p/TaELZ3WQuSSd

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Equal Opportunity Employer

MSHS PPG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

MSHS PPG is a Drug-Free Workplace. All offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of a drug and alcohol screening, which may include testing for marijuana in compliance with applicable federal regulations and relevant state labor laws. We understand that marijuana laws vary by state, and our testing policies are designed to ensure compliance with both federal and state requirements where applicable.