Senior Manager, Quality (IQC/SQE)

About The Role

Agility Robotics is seeking a Senior Manager, Incoming Quality Control and Supplier Quality Engineering (IQC/SQE). The role involves leading the strategic vision and daily execution of global supplier quality and incoming material control frameworks. Key responsibilities include ensuring all components, sub-assemblies, and finished goods meet stringent design, reliability, and compliance standards, building and scaling a high-performing team, and fostering a collaborative culture of continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, mentor, and develop a world-class team of SQEs and IQC inspectors/technicians, fostering an inclusive environment that promotes career growth and technical excellence.
• Define and execute the roadmap for scaling IQC and SQE operations to support new product introductions (NPI) and high-volume global manufacturing.
• Partner closely with Design Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, and Compliance to seamlessly transition products from design to mass production.
• Establish robust qualification frameworks for new suppliers. Lead regular Technical and Quality System audits to ensure partner capabilities align with product requirements.
• Drive the execution of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), including Part Production Approval Process (PPAP), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and Control Plans with key global suppliers.
• Develop and monitor Supplier Quality Dashboards (tracking metrics such as DPPM, SCAR response times, and yield rates). Conduct regular Business Reviews (QBRs) with critical vendors.
• Oversee the IQC laboratory, ensuring appropriate metrology equipment, automated inspection systems, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) are optimized for efficiency and accuracy.
• Utilize statistical sampling plans (e.g., ANSI/ASQ Z1.4) to optimize incoming inspection workflows without compromising product quality.
• Champion the Material Review Board (MRB) process, driving rapid containment, disposition of non-conforming materials, and efficient implementation of engineering change orders (ECOs).
• Own the Supplier Corrective Action Request (SCAR) process, ensuring suppliers utilize disciplined problem-solving methodologies (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone) to identify root causes and implement systemic preventative actions.
• Apply Lean Six Sigma tools to eliminate waste, reduce variability in supplier processes, and optimize cycle times within incoming quality workflows.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Systems, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in Quality Engineering, Global Manufacturing, or Supply Chain Operations, with at least 3+ years in a direct management or leadership role.
• Strong working knowledge of Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or ISO 13485), GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing), and advanced metrology tools.
• Demonstrated expertise in statistical analysis, SPC, and disciplined root-cause analysis methodologies.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally to visit supplier sites and manufacturing facilities. Travel up to 15%.

Qualifications

• Master of Science in Manufacturing Leadership, Industrial Engineering, or an MBA.
• Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (LSSBB) or ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) / Certified Supplier Quality Professional (CSQP).
• Experience managing quality within highly complex hardware ecosystems (e.g., robotics, automotive, aerospace, or advanced consumer electronics).

Skills

• Strategic Leadership
• Team Development
• Operational Scaling
• Supplier Quality Engineering
• Incoming Quality Control
• Continuous Improvement
• Problem Solving

Benefits

• 401(k) Plan: Includes a 6% company match.
• Equity: Company stock options.
• Insurance Coverage: 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, and short/long-term disability insurance for employees.
• Benefit Start Date: Eligible for benefits on your first day of employment.
• Well-Being Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Time Off: Exempt Employees: Flexible, unlimited PTO and 12 company holidays, including a winter shutdown. Non-Exempt Employees: 10 vacation days, paid sick leave, and 12 company holidays, including a winter shutdown, annually.
• On-Site Perks: Catered lunches four times a week and a variety of healthy snacks and refreshments at our Salem and Pittsburgh locations.
• Paid Parental Leave Programs.
• Relocation Assistance: Provided for eligible roles.
• Annual Discretionary Bonus: Provided for eligible roles.

Pay

The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to: job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Agility Robotics is a multi-state employer and this salary range may not reflect positions who work in other locations. These ranges may be modified in the future.

Schedule

This is an onsite position at our Fremont, Salem, Pittsburgh office.