Kraken Kinetics
Quality Manager
Pinehurst, NC · Full-time
Work authorization required$80k-$115kDetected 40 days ago
Supply ChainLeadershipProblem SolvingWritingOrganizational Skills
About the role
- During the initial growth phase, this individual will personally execute many of the inspection, compliance, calibration, audit, and corrective action functions that will later transition to dedicated quality personnel.
Responsibilities
- Establish, implement, maintain, and continuously improve the Kraken Kinetics Quality Management System (QMS)
- Develop and maintain quality policies, procedures, work instructions, forms, and quality records
- Lead efforts to obtain and maintain applicable quality certifications and registrations
- Plan, conduct, and manage internal audits and support customer and third-party audits
- Conduct management reviews and maintain quality performance metrics
- Develop inspection plans, acceptance criteria, and sampling methodologies
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Industrial Technology, or related technical field
- 5+ years of quality management, quality engineering, or manufacturing quality experience
- Experience implementing and maintaining formal quality management systems
- Experience leading audits, corrective action programs, and quality investigations
- Experience with First Article Inspection (FAI), Material Review Boards (MRB), and supplier quality management
- Working knowledge of inspection methods, calibration systems, and technical documentation control
- Experience supporting DoD programs or defense contractors
- Experience with AS9100, AS9102, NAS 410, and NDT programs
- Experience supporting low-volume, high-complexity manufacturing environments
- Familiarity with ITAR-controlled operations and defense industry compliance requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Industrial Technology, or related technical field; equivalent experience may be considered
- Strong technical writing, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), or similar certification
- ISO 9001 Internal Auditor or Lead Auditor certification
Benefits
- Generous PTO policy
- Comprehensive medical coverage (80% company-paid for employee + dependents).
- Vision & dental (100% company-paid)
- Short and long-term disability coverage (100% company-paid)
- Generous 401(k) retirement plan
- Company-paid life insurance
Company info
- [ Video Link] https://youtu.be/gXuJhhVhcn8
- Kraken Kinetics is an equal opportunity employer.
- We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and welcome applicants of all backgrounds.
Visa & Work Authorization
- US Citizen
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