Quality Manager

Re:Build Manufacturing & Oribi—Oribi Manufacturing, LLC (Oribi) located in Denver, CO—is a leader in the development and production of advanced thermoplastic composites. We utilize automation, robotics, and advanced materials to produce advanced composite parts for industries including sporting goods, defense, wind energy, automotive, marine, and others.

Re:Build Manufacturing is a growing family of industrial and engineering businesses combining enabling technologies, operational superiority, and strategic M&A to build America’s next-generation industrial company. We deploy deep expertise in engineering, operations management, and technology to supercharge performance and drive differentiated outcomes in a fast-paced environment where individuals can stretch and be challenged.

About the role

Re:Build Oribi is seeking a hands-on, experienced Quality Manager to lead the setup and implementation of MAQMSR (Minimum Automotive Quality Management System Requirements) for a newly established Tier 1 automotive division in Commerce City. This role will own the full quality system for Oribi and is critical to developing a robust quality management system that meets OEM expectations, supports IATF 16949 certification compliance, and ensures long-term customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of IATF 16/MAQMSR, aligning systems, documentation, and practices with customer and OEM-specific requirements.
• Own and manage the entire quality management system (QMS) for the business, ensuring alignment with customer expectations, internal standards, and compliance requirements from supplier quality to final inspection.
• Lead the preparation, submission, and completion of PPAP in coordination with customers, engineering, and manufacturing teams.
• Train, mentor, and support team members on MAQMSR requirements, core tools like APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, and quality standard methodologies.
• Serve as the primary liaison for customer quality audits, third-party assessments, and internal audit processes.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Production, Supply Chain, and Program Management teams to ensure product and process readiness and coordinate launch planning for new products.
• Lead problem-solving activities using structured methodologies (e.g., A3, 5-Why, Fishbone) and drive continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in automotive quality, preferably at a Tier 1 supplier.
• Deep understanding of IATF 16/MAQMSR requirements and implementation strategies.
• Familiarity with core quality tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA) and customer-specific requirements.
• Experience with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and internal/external auditing processes.
• Familiarity or experience with composites, preferably thermoplastics, is a plus.
• Proven ability to lead quality initiatives from the ground up in a new or rapidly scaling environment.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with a practical, hands-on approach.
• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Lead Auditor, or similar credentials are a plus.

Pay

$100,000–$150,000 depending on experience.

Benefits

• Every employee shares ownership in the company and financial rewards of collective success.