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292 Qa Lead jobs in Hickory,NC
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Quality Manager
US0767 Prysmian Cables and Systems Usa LLC
Claremont, NC 28610
~ 19 min Onsite
- A results driven person who has demonstrated an ability working in a high performance manufacturing environment.
- Proven experience in Quality Assurance techniques and Lean Sigma tools.
- Must have good attention to details but be able to manage the bigger picture.
- Must be able to manage multiple, complex tasks and deal easily with often conflicting priorities on a day to day basis.
- Must be able to motivate, communicate and drive continuous improvement.
- Solid planning, execution, and administrative skills
- Good written and oral communication skills
- Critical thinker, with excellent analytical abilities.
- High energy demonstrates urgency and fast pace.
- Good understanding of business principles and practices.
- BS degree in quality assurance, engineering, or related practical science: with a strong foundation in the application of quality and Lean Sigma tools and techniques.
- 4+ years' experience in quality engineering working in manufacturing environment.
- Supervisory skills in a team based environment.
- Sound computer skills, comfortable with a variety of software applications
- Experience in a manufacturing environment.
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ABB
Hickory, NC 28601
Onsite
- HS/GED required
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QSR Representative-Subway
Circle K
Hickory, NC
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Quality Manager
ADDMAN Engineering
Statesville, NC 28677
~ 36 min Onsite
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or related technical discipline preferred.
- 6-10+years of progressive experience in aerospace or high-regulation manufacturing environments.
- Demonstrated leadership within AS9100-certified organizations.
- Strong experience in audit leadership including registrar and customer audits.
- Proven experience conducting contract review and customer requirement flow-down.
- Deep understanding of AS9100 Rev D and ISO 9001 standards; NADCAP exposure preferred.
- Experience across the full product lifecycle: design, manufacturing, inspection, and test.
- Strong RCCA experience using structured problem-solving methodologies (8D, DMAIC, etc.).
- Experience with nonconforming material control and MRB processes.
- Familiarity with CMM inspection and metrology systems preferred.
- Strong working knowledge of:
- O AS9100 Rev D and ISO 9001 standards
- O AS9102 First Article Inspection requirements
- O GD&T;
- O Bubble print/ballooned drawing methodology
- O Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement tools
- Experience with QMS/ERP systems
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and quality data analysis tools
- Strong audit presence and executive-level communication skills.
- Date-driven decision making and risk-based thinking.
- Strong technical writing and presentation skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments.
- Based at the Statesville, North Carolina facility
- Typically sits, grasps items and performs keyboarding for frequent operation of a computer
- Stand, walk, bend, reach or otherwise move about occasionally.
- Lift, move or otherwise transfer items up to 30 lbs. occasionally.
- Occasional exposure to typical machine shop physical hazards
- Travel by air or car occasionally
- Ability to accomplish the physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
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Quality Manager
ADDMAN Engineering LLC
Statesville, NC 28677
~ 36 min Onsite
- The Quality Manager at ADDMAN Advanced Metals – Statesville will serve as the site quality leader and Subject Matter Expert (SME) responsible for the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS).
- This role ensures compliance with ISO 9001, AS9100, NADCAP, and applicable customer, regulatory, and industry requirements including aerospace and defense standards.
- Lead audit readiness and execution
- Oversees contract compliance
- Ensures effective quality process across the product lifecycle
- Primary liaison between customer, suppliers, and internal teams for all quality-related matters
- Drives a culture of proactive quality, risk-based thinking, and continuous improvement across manufacturing, additive, machining, inspection, and supply chain operations.
- This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status.
- ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident.
- Essential Job Functions
- Serve as the site Quality SME ensuring alignment of customer, corporate, and regulatory requirements.
- Lead implementation and maintenance of an integrated QMS, compliant with ISO 9001, AS9100 and NADCAP requirements including:
- Risk-based thinking and product safety
- Configuration management and traceability
- Counterfeit parts prevention
- Customer flow-down compliance
- Champion audit readiness and regulatory compliance including AS9100, ISO, NADCAP, and customer audits
- Act as the primary Quality liaison with external auditors, registrars, customers, and regulatory bodies.
- Maintain and evolve the Quality Manual, procedures, and controlled documentation.
- Lead and manage all internal, customer, and third-party audits from planning through closure.
- Develop and execute risk-based internal audit programs aligned to AS9100 requirements.
- Ensure timely and effective closure of audit findings through structured RCCA methodologies.
- Train and mentor internal auditors and cross-functional audit participants.
- Lead internal audit capability and compliance execution by training and mentoring auditors, driving a proactive audit-readiness culture across the organization, conducting formal contract reviews, and interpreting purchase order quality clauses, aerospace specifications, and OEM requirements to ensure full alignment with customer, statutory, and regulatory standards.
- Serve as the primary customer interface for quality issues, escalations, and performance reviews.
- Review and validate technical data packages including drawings, specifications, and digital product definitions.
- Ensure proper interpretation of GD&T; and dimensional requirements.
- Oversee ballooned (bubble print) drawing creation and validation for inspection traceability and FAI readiness.
- Support inspection planning, First Article Inspection, and quality data package development.
- Ensure effective control and disposition of nonconforming material.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering and Operations to embed quality requirements from design through delivery, while supporting production with robust inspection strategies, metrology oversight, and process validation to ensure product conformity and operational excellence.
- Oversee supplier quality performance including audits, qualification, and corrective action management.
- Interface with Supply Chain on supplier RCCA and quality escapes.
- Ensure purchased materials and services meet all contractual and regulatory requirements.
- Establish and monitor quality KPIs including COPQ, escapes, audit findings, and customer satisfaction.
- Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma tools.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives aligned to cost, quality, and delivery goals.
- Conduct management reviews input and provide executive-level reporting on quality performance.
- Develop and maintain quality documentation, procedures, SOPs, and work instructions.
- Generate quality reports summarizing trends, audit outcomes, RCCA effectiveness, and performance metrics.
- Ensure proper documentation retention aligned with aerospace and regulatory standards.
- Lead and develop the Quality team including Quality Control and Quality Assurance.
- Build a culture of accountability, ownership, and proactive quality engagement.
- Provide direct leadership of Quality personnel (Quality Assurance and Quality Control) including hiring, training, performance management, and team development, while building a scalable quality organization aligned with business growth.
- SKILL REQUIREMENTS
- Develops, supports and helps maintain company's quality management system.
- Interprets and promotes company's quality philosophy.
- Facilitates and often leads required solutions to quality issues inside the company, with customers and with suppliers.
- Facilitates development of consistent quality processes throughout company.
- Maintains quality management system's data and documents.
- Communicates results and status of quality management and measurable objectives.
- Coordinates quality training.
- QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or related technical discipline preferred.
- 6–10+years of progressive experience in aerospace or high-regulation manufacturing environments.
- Demonstrated leadership within AS9100-certified organizations.
- Strong experience in audit leadership including registrar and customer audits.
- Proven experience conducting contract review and customer requirement flow-down.
- Deep understanding of AS9100 Rev D and ISO 9001 standards; NADCAP exposure preferred.
- Experience across the full product lifecycle: design, manufacturing, inspection, and test.
- Strong RCCA experience using structured problem-solving methodologies (8D, DMAIC, etc.).
- Experience with nonconforming material control and MRB processes.
- Familiarity with CMM inspection and metrology systems preferred.
- The most qualified candidate will also possess the following:
- Strong working knowledge of:
- AS9100 Rev D and ISO 9001 standards
- AS9102 First Article Inspection requirements
- GD&T;
- Bubble print/ballooned drawing methodology
- Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement tools
- Experience with QMS/ERP systems
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and quality data analysis tools
- Strong audit presence and executive-level communication skills.
- Date-driven decision making and risk-based thinking.
- Strong technical writing and presentation skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments.
- WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Based at the Statesville, North Carolina facility
- PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Typically sits, grasps items and performs keyboarding for frequent operation of a computer
- Stand, walk, bend, reach or otherwise move about occasionally.
- Lift, move or otherwise transfer items up to 30 lbs. occasionally.
- Occasional exposure to typical machine shop physical hazards
- Travel by air or car occasionally
- Ability to accomplish the physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
- SAFETY AND POLICY PRACTICES
- Each employee must be knowledgeable of standard safety policies and procedures and adhere to the same while supporting the goals and objectives of the organization and recognizing the Company's need to achieve its business objectives. Each employee is responsible for complying with company hazardous waste disposal procedures.
- AFFIRMATIVE ACTION
- ADDMAN Engineering is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Women, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. All terms and conditions of employment will be administered without regard to an individual's sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
- NOTE: This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time, and the employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
- Addman Engineering reserves the right to add, delete or modify these duties and responsibilities at its discretion. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Employment is at-will, and nothing in this job description is intended to create or imply a contractual relationship or alter the at-will status of the employee.
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Software Developer
Outlier
Hickory, NC
$50/hr
RemoteUrgently Hiring
- 2+ years of experience in backend engineering, AI automation, or complex systems integration
- Proven ability to build and maintain production-grade software with modular separation (e.g., distinct services for data parsing, logic processing, and reporting)
- Strong command of at least two major languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript, Go, or Java) and experience working with SQL databases
- Practical experience building for live, non-mocked environments and handling multi-turn system interactions.
- Outstanding attention to detail and the ability to provide clear, high-density technical feedback on complex system behaviors
- This is a 1099 contract opportunity on the Outlier.ai platform
- You must be authorized to work in your country of residence
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1st Shift Full-Time Warehouse Associate - $1,500 SIGN-ON BONUS
ALDI
Statesville, NC 28625
$22/hr
$1,500 bonus
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Production Technician
Armacell
Conover, NC 28613
~ 24 min Onsite
- High school diploma or equivalent.
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Store Cleaner
Shiftsmart
Hickory, NC 28602
No ExperienceFlexible Schedule
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Chemical Process Manager
Goodwin Recruiting
Morganton, NC 28655
~ 34 min Onsite
- Prior experience in anodizing/metal finishing/electrochemical surface treatment
- Experience in black oxide
- NADCAP experience REQUIRED
- Supervisory or team-lead experience in a manufacturing/finishing environment.
- Strong understanding of coatings, bath chemistry, finishing processes, and quality control.
- Familiarity with safety, environmental regulations, chemical handling, PPE, and waste/disposal regulations.
- Mechanical aptitude to perform or coordinate maintenance/cleaning of equipment and tanks.
What companies are hiring Qa Lead jobs in Hickory,NC?
- US0767 Prysmian Cables and Systems Usa LLC
- ABB
- Circle K
- ADDMAN Engineering
- ADDMAN Engineering LLC
- Outlier
- ALDI
- Armacell
- Shiftsmart
- Goodwin Recruiting
- US0767 Prysmian Cables and Systems Usa LLC
- ABB
- Circle K
- ADDMAN Engineering
- ADDMAN Engineering LLC
- Outlier
- ALDI
- Armacell
- Shiftsmart
- Goodwin Recruiting
What is the hourly salary range for Qa Lead jobs in Hickory,NC?
The hourly salary range is $22 - $50.
The hourly salary range is $22 - $50.
