Quality Manager
Company: Sterling Engineering Inc.
Location: Elgin
Posted on: February 22, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Title : Quality Manager Location
:Elgin, IL Hire Type : Direct Hire Pay : $115k-$125k/yr. The
Quality Manager is responsible for overseeing the Quality Assurance
function for a manufacturing organization producing precision
components for medical devices. This role ensures compliance with
AS9100, ISO 9001, and applicable regulatory requirements while
driving continuous improvement initiatives to maintain product
integrity and customer satisfaction. The Quality Manager partners
closely with Materials, Engineering, Production, and Quality teams
to ensure accuracy and effectiveness of quality programs. Job
Duties : Maintain and continuously improve the Quality Management
System (QMS) to ensure compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001, and
applicable regulatory requirements Lead internal, supplier, and
external audits (registrars and regulatory bodies) Ensure proper
document control, record retention, and configuration management
Oversee CAPA, NCRs, root cause analysis, risk management, and
traceability requirements Manage incoming, in-process, and final
inspections; approve quality plans and validation protocols Ensure
calibration and maintenance of inspection and measuring equipment
Lead, mentor, and develop quality engineers, inspectors, and
technicians Implement Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement
initiatives to reduce defects Establish quality metrics,
dashboards, and performance trend reporting Manage customer
complaints and ensure timely corrective actions Qualifications :
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related
field 4–10 years of quality leadership experience in a
manufacturing environment Strong knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001, and
FDA requirements Experience with audits, CAPA, risk management, and
process validation Familiarity with ERP and QMS software systems
Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma experience required Qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or
genetic information.
Keywords: Sterling Engineering Inc., Arlington Heights , Quality Manager, Engineering , Elgin, Illinois
