Quality Engineering Manager

  • Adecco
  • Rickman, Tennessee
  • 02/28/2026
Full time

Job Description

Adecco Permanent Recruitment has partnered with a manufacturing client to find a full-time Quality Engineering Manager to join their corporate team in the Cookeville, TN area.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Leading the quality department and providing oversight to engineers, inspectors, technicians, and other support staff.
  • Developing and managing departmental budget and P&L.
  • Monitoring and reporting on performance metrics and process improvements
  • Driving scrap reduction, root cause analysis, and corrective action initiatives
  • Maintaining strong customer relationships and following up on quality concerns
  • Overseeing internal audits and ensuring compliance with IATF standards
  • Providing support to the company's other regional sites when needed
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering
  • 8+ years of quality engineering experience
  • 4+ years of leadership experience, preferably within quality, engineering, or operations.
  • Ability to work on-site 5 days a week
  • Ability to travel up to 25% of the time
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S., as this client is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Our client offers:
  • Annual salary in the 120k-140k range
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Opportunities for growth and advancement

Pay Details: $120,000.00 to $140,000.00 per year

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Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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