Senior Manufacturing Quality Manager

About the role

McKinstry is expanding its Offsite Manufacturing division in Austin, TX and is seeking a Manufacturing Quality Manager. In this position you will lead Quality Control (QC) and Quality Assurance (QA) efforts across manufacturing facilities, manage QC/QA initiatives to meet annual goals, and coordinate organizational change management.

Responsibilities

• Provide coaching and training across manufacturing facilities to support QA/QC objectives in alignment with ISO 9001:2015.
• Develop the annual Quality Assurance Plan and coordinate it with stakeholders and subject‑matter experts.
• Partner with other Quality Program Managers to align with broader McKinstry Quality Programs.
• Set program priorities, regularly review progress, and conduct assessments of the Quality Management System with senior management.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams to conduct Quality Assurance Reviews per the annual plan and support the Enterprise Program Safety Quality Assurance Review Process.
• Develop, coordinate, and monitor corrective action plans for non‑compliant programs; track and report QA review results, including CAPA progress.
• Evaluate current and proposed processes for improvement opportunities and ensure cross‑functional alignment.
• Maintain and update policies, procedures, tools, templates, and forms supporting the QA Program; write and review documentation with stakeholders.
• Serve as a first‑tier resource for questions on completing/recording quality control activities in systems such as Procore and CxAlloy.
• Conduct quality assurance meetings, develop supporting presentation materials, and facilitate risk management and FMEA reviews.
• Lead post‑work lessons‑learned and causal‑factor reviews.
• Collaborate with Operational Excellence teams to develop enterprise‑wide operations, training, and communication plans.
• Update and maintain the Quality Control and Quality Assurance curriculum in the learning management system; deliver ongoing training using online and in‑person methods.
• Provide coaching and training across U.S. regions on Lean, Six Sigma, Change Management, and ISO 9001:2015 fundamentals.
• Communicate QC/QA initiatives to small and large audiences and develop tailored presentation materials.
• Liaise with external standardization organizations and seek peer input on McKinstry quality assurance efforts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required (preferred fields: construction management, engineering, computer science, math, statistics, or similar quantitative discipline).
• Advanced degree preferred (same fields as above).
• Minimum 10 years experience in manufacturing and/or construction services.
• Minimum 8 years experience in quality control and quality assurance, including experience as a project quality control manager.
• Minimum 10 years experience leading teams or managing projects.
• Minimum 2 years experience in technical writing (preferred).
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with personnel at all organizational levels.
• Excellent facilitation skills and ability to lead diverse project teams.

Qualifications

• Lean Belt Certification.
• ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor certification.
• Working knowledge and understanding of the ISO 9001:2015 Standard and its application.
• ASQ Certification.
• USACE CQM‑C certification.
• OSHA‑10 or OSHA‑30 certification (preferred).

Skills

• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, MS Project, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Outlook, Visio).
• Advanced knowledge of construction management software tools such as Autodesk BIM360, Procore, and CxAlloy.
• Project management experience; PMI certification preferred.
• Experience with LEAN Construction.
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, Change Management, and ISO 9001:2015 principles.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• 401(k) with employer match and profit‑sharing plan.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage with low or zero deductible options and low out‑of‑pocket maximums.
• Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance.
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave.
• Transgender‑inclusive benefits.
• Commuter benefits.
• Pet insurance.
• “Building Good” paid community service time.
• Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University.
• On‑site gyms or reimbursement for remote workers.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $118,170 – $210,100 per year; base pay may vary depending on knowledge, skills, and experience. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and other benefits.