Quality Manager - Manufacturing

Brighton, CO - US. Posted 2 months ago

The role

The Manufacturing Quality Manager oversees quality across multiple AI data center infrastructure production sites. This role leads team management, quality assurance, process controls, and regulatory compliance. The position involves technical oversight of electrical and mechanical product quality and continuous improvement.

What you will do

Direct quality operations across multiple Crusoe facilities
Provide technical oversight for mechanical fabrication and structural assemblies
Direct technical oversight for electrical equipment and safety testing
Lead QA activities to ensure compliance with UL, NRTL, and NETA standards
Lead Quality oversight for factory testing and customer witness activities
Ensure product design and BOM modifications are communicated to QA teams
Partner with Manufacturing and Engineering to implement process controls
Oversee manufacturing quality problem-solving and maintain audit readiness
Lead and coach personnel through core quality and risk management methodologies
Establish cross-site quality metrics and dashboards

Required qualifications

6-10 years of progressive experience in Manufacturing Quality, Quality Engineering, Quality Assurance, Electrical Quality, Mechanical Quality, or related disciplines
2+ years experience leading Quality organizations in complex manufacturing environments
Demonstrated people-management experience leading cross-functional Quality teams across multiple manufacturing facilities
Proven experience supporting both electrical hardware and mechanical hardware
Strong experience with FAT, FWT, electrical testing, and end-to-end manufacturing inspection
Strong working knowledge of UL compliance and certification requirements
Working knowledge of welding inspection and CWI-controlled process management
Demonstrated mastery of CAPA, RCA, SCAR, 8D, NCR, and structured problem-solving methodologies
Deep knowledge of QMS principles, ISO auditing, quality data management, and manufacturing quality controls
Proven track record of influencing and collaborating across Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement, and Executive leadership
Ability and willingness to travel 30% to 40% across manufacturing facilities, vendor locations, and client sites

Nice to have

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Quality Engineering, or related technical discipline
Master's degree
ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), or Certified Quality Manager (CQM)
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt certification
AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) designation or formal NDE training
Specific exposure to UL 891, UL 508, NRTL certification programs, or NETA ATS specifications
Experience with enterprise QMS software platforms, QMS/ERP/MES integrations, and advanced quality data analytics
Experience scaling quality organizations within mission-critical infrastructure, data centers, power distribution, switchgear, or industrial controls industries

Benefits

Competitive compensation and equity packages
Restricted Stock Units
Paid time off, paid holidays & leave of absence programs
Comprehensive health, dental & vision insurance
Employer contributions to HSA account
Paid parental leave
Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
Professional development & tuition reimbursement
Mental health & wellness support
Commuter benefits (parking & transit)
Cell phone stipend
401(k) Retirement plan with company match up to 4% of salary

Before you apply

Mandatory participation in company safety, background check, drug, and alcohol programs is required
Position is designated a safety-sensitive position located in safety-sensitive facilities

About the company

Crusoe is a vertically integrated AI infrastructure company that owns and operates each layer of the stack to power AI workloads. The company uses an energy-first approach to build AI infrastructure.