Vulcanforms

Manager, Quality Control Lab

Devens, MA

Sponsorship not specified$122k-$168kDetected 8 days ago

BudgetingProcess ImprovementERPHRGD&TLeadershipLean Manufacturing

About the role

Job Purpose As the Manager of the Quality Control Lab, you will be the departmental owner of inspection workflows, metrology standards, and personnel development.
You are responsible for the coordination of all lab activities to ensure VulcanForms' products meet the highest standards of excellence in a 24/7 manufacturing environment.

Own the daily operations and long-term scheduling for the QC Inspection team.
Proactively manage the lab's capacity to prevent production delays.
Architect and maintain a suite of KPIs (e.g., Backlog Aging, Cycle Time, First-Pass Yield) to drive measurable improvements in lab efficiency.
Lead the recruitment, onboarding, and professional growth of the QC team.
Build structured, multi-shift training programs to ensure technical competence remains high as the team scales.
Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Digital teams to ensure inspection data integrates seamlessly with our digital thread (MES/ERP).
3+ years of formal management experience (M2 or Lead level), with proven success managing a multi-shift technical team.
Ability to manage departmental costs and forecast resource needs based on production volume.

Our team brings deep expertise in manufacturing, materials science, software, automation, and operations, united by a shared commitment to quality, curiosity, and accountability.

Experience running or scaling a QC lab in a fast-paced, high-growth "startup-to-production" environment.
Certification in Lean Six Sigma or similar methodologies with experience implementing 5S or Kaizen events in a lab setting.
Experience with metal Additive Manufacturing (AM) inspection requirements and the unique challenges of powder-bed fusion quality control.
Familiarity with automating inspection data workflows and integrating lab results into centralized digital threads.
Actual compensation is based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.
and a 401(k) plan with company match.

VulcanForms offers a competitive salary and equity package.
In addition, VulcanForms provides comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; generous paid time off; and a 401(k) plan with company match.

Founded in 2015 to develop the world's first industrially scalable laser metal additive manufacturing solution, VulcanForms is reshaping how the world manufactures critical products.
We build and operate advanced digital infrastructure that enables innovation, accelerates growth, and supports sustainability across aerospace, defense, medical, and other essential industries.
Through our vertically integrated capabilities, including scalable additive manufacturing and precision machining, we deliver true end-to-end production at scale by combining cutting-edge technology with a foundation of proven industrial craftsmanship.
We foster an inclusive culture where people take ownership, solve meaningful problems, and continuously learn, because we believe diverse perspectives lead to better outcomes.
You will manage the laboratory's physical and human resources to ensure the facility is fully equipped to support aggressive production ramps.
Your goal is to standardize and scale QC operations while providing executive leadership with data-driven visibility into lab performance and product quality.

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