Quality Manager - Textile Manufacturing - Lowell, MA

About Our Client

They are a privately held company based out of Lowell, MA.

Job Description

The Quality Manager (textiles) will:

• Lead Quality Assurance by implementing best practices, driving change, and improving team leadership and culture.
• Ensure product and process quality by setting objectives, validating specifications, and monitoring outcomes.
• Utilize APQP, IMDS, PPAP, and statistical analysis to drive quality control and continuous improvement.
• Perform root cause analysis, implement corrective actions, and manage nonconforming material processes.
• Oversee compliance with Customer Specific Requirements and maintain all quality accreditations (ISO-9001, MED/MER).
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to improve processes and ensure color accuracy in finished products.
• Lead internal and external audits, manage supplier quality improvement, and track quality metrics.
• Communicate policies effectively, ensure customer satisfaction, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate data records and uphold safety, quality, and company regulations.

MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

• 10 years of experience in Quality Management Systems (QMS) and ISO 9001 auditing
• 5 years of experience leading audit teams
• Strong background in aerospace / highly regulated industries (medical device), accustomed to strict guidelines
• Expertise in specialty materials, chemicals, and medical industries
• Long company tenure, committed to career growth
• Local to Lowell, MA

• Great opportunity to run a quality department independently with confidence!
• Service a ton of interesting industries - high-end luxury goods, medical devices, and consumer goods
• Flexible hours as needed
• Great opportunity for long-term growth within the organization
• Typically hours: 8-4, or some people do 6-3 and do 4 hours on Friday and leave at noon
• Full Benefits