Quality Manager - Textile Manufacturing - Lowell, MA

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Job description

The Quality Manager (textile/leather manufacturing) will lead Quality Assurance efforts by identifying key quality factors, coordinating teams to implement preventative measures, and ensuring product consistency through process validation and corrective actions. They will excel in maintaining a detailed quality system while effectively managing communication in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Client Details

My client specializes in designing and producing advanced coated fabrics and materials, focusing on innovative synthetic alternatives used in multiple industries like automotive, aerospace, and medical devices. They cater to both luxury and industrial markets, with applications ranging from premium goods to critical medical components. They are a privately held company based out of Lowell, MA.

Description

The Quality Manager (textiles) will:

• Lead Quality Assurance by implementing best practices, driving change, and improving team leadership and culture.
• Ensure product and process quality by setting objectives, validating specifications, and monitoring outcomes.
• Utilize APQP, IMDS, PPAP, and statistical analysis to drive quality control and continuous improvement.
• Perform root cause analysis, implement corrective actions, and manage nonconforming material processes.
• Oversee compliance with Customer Specific Requirements and maintain all quality accreditations (ISO-9001, MED/MER).
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to improve processes and ensure color accuracy in finished products.
• Lead internal and external audits, manage supplier quality improvement, and track quality metrics.
• Communicate policies effectively, ensure customer satisfaction, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate data records and uphold safety, quality, and company regulations.

Profile

• 10 years of experience in Quality Management Systems (QMS) and ISO 9001 auditing
• 5 years of experience leading audit teams
• Strong background in aerospace / highly regulated industries (medical device), accustomed to strict guidelines
• Expertise in specialty materials, chemicals, and medical industries
• Long company tenure, committed to career growth
• Local to Lowell, MA

Job Offer

• Great opportunity to run a quality department independently with confidence!
• Service a ton of interesting industries - high-end luxury goods, medical devices, and consumer goods
• Flexible hours as needed
• Great opportunity for long-term growth within the organization
• Typically hours: 8-4, or some people do 6-3 and do 4 hours on Friday and leave at noon
• Full Benefits

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

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