Quality Manufacturing Manager
Fireye is a leading global provider of commercial combustion control solutions, specializing in HVAC and Burner Boiler markets. Our mission is to deliver safer, smarter, and more sustainable solutions that make a difference to people and the planet. We are committed to revolutionizing industry trends through innovative services that enhance safety and efficiency in everyday life. At Fireye, we come to work every day with the goal of making a meaningful impact. Join our diverse, world-class team, and together, we can make a difference.
Position Summary
The Quality Manufacturing Manager is responsible for leading and maintaining all quality assurance and quality control functions within the manufacturing operation. This role ensures products meet customer expectations, regulatory requirements, and company standards while driving continuous improvement initiatives throughout the organization.
Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Quality Manager oversees the company’s Quality Management System, ISO certification compliance, internal and external audits, warranty and corrective action processes, supplier quality, and manufacturing quality performance. This position partners closely with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Customer Support to ensure consistent product quality and operational excellence.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintain and improve the company Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with ISO standards and regulatory requirements.
- Lead ISO certification activities, internal audits, external audits, and corrective action initiatives.
- Develop and maintain quality procedures, inspection standards, testing methods, and process controls.
- Monitor quality performance metrics and drive continuous improvement efforts to reduce defects, scrap, and rework.
- Oversee manufacturing quality assurance and quality control activities to ensure product reliability and customer satisfaction.
- Manage warranty claims, customer complaints, root cause investigations, and corrective/preventive action processes.
- Partner with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Customer Support to resolve quality issues and improve processes.
- Manage supplier quality management, including supplier evaluations, audits, and corrective actions.
- Maintain calibration programs, inspection records, and quality documentation.
- Provide leadership, coaching, and guidance to quality personnel while promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
- Participate in cross-functional operational and strategic initiatives to support company objectives.
- Support customer quality reviews, technical discussions, and site visits as needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Manufacturing, or related field preferred.
- Minimum of 5–7 years of quality leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience managing ISO-certified quality systems (ISO 9001 required; additional certifications a plus).
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing quality processes, corrective action systems, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Experience with warranty management and root cause investigation processes.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
- ASQ Certified Quality Manager (CMQ/OE), Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), or similar certification preferred.
- Experience in electronics, industrial manufacturing, controls, or combustion systems manufacturing environments.
- Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification preferred.
- Experience working with global suppliers and customers.
Fireye, LLC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws.
At Fireye, we offer a dynamic work environment where innovation and personal growth are encouraged.
Join Fireye and help us shape the future of commercial combustion control solutions!
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Manufacturing, or a related field
- 5-7 years of quality leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
- Experience managing ISO-certified quality systems, including ISO 9001
- Knowledge of manufacturing quality processes, corrective action systems, and continuous improvement methodologies
- Experience with warranty management and root cause investigations
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and leadership abilities
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP systems
- ASQ Certified Quality Manager, Certified Quality Engineer, or similar certification
- Experience in electronics, industrial manufacturing, controls, or combustion systems manufacturing
- Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification
- Experience working with global suppliers and customers
What We Do
Detector Electronics LLC, known as Det-Tronics, develops and supplies fire- and gas-safety systems for high-risk industrial processes and critical operations worldwide. Its portfolio includes flame and gas detection and hazard-mitigation solutions, along with globally certified, fault-tolerant, addressable safety systems. The company designs, builds, tests, and commissions these products to help protect people and property from fire and gas hazards in demanding industrial environments.
