Quality Leader I

Hypertherm Associates•Hanover, NH

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Quality Leader Hypertherm is seeking a Quality Leader to lead a team of quality technicians, strengthen metrology and measurement capability, and drive operational quality excellence. This role supports sustainable performance improvement, effective governance, and confidence in product and process quality. As a Quality Leader, you will: Lead Quality Technicians & Metrology Operations: Guide, coach, and develop quality technicians; oversee metrology lab workflows, calibration practices, inspection setup, and adherence to measurement standards. Strengthen Measurement Capability: Apply basic GD&T knowledge, measurement methods, and CMM fundamentals to support evaluation of product and process performance; ensure accurate and consistent measurement practices. Drive Quality Governance & Assurance: Ensure effective implementation of work-unit processes, standards, and internal controls; contribute to documentation and continuous improvement of quality procedures. Lead Problem Solving & Improvement: Apply Green Belt–level tools to resolve operational issues; document processes, inspection methods, and procedures with clarity and rigor; support quality improvements and risk mitigation. Guide Associates & Build Capability: Provide day-to-day leadership, coaching, and development of associates; promote evidence-based decision-making and rapid response to issues; support capability building in measurement, documentation, and quality tools. Lead Leadership Development: Model leadership behaviors that promote empowerment, accountability, and continuous improvement; support associate development through coaching, feedback, and identification of growth opportunities. Who you are and the experience you bring: Bachelor’s degree in STEM with 5–10 years of experience, or Master’s degree in STEM/MBA with 3–8 years of experience Experience leading or coordinating quality technicians Foundational understanding of GD&T, measurement techniques, and CMM operation Strong documentation skills and process improvement mindset Knowledge of ISO9001, basic project management, and customer-focused quality practices Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (required or in progress) What makes you successful: Ability to lead and motivate associates Strong attention to detail and structured problem-solving Practical understanding of measurement and inspection methods Commitment to continuous improvement and quality culture Location: Onsite-Hanover, NH Travel: Up to 10% domestic and International Additional benefits in joining Hypertherm Associates: Collaborative, 100% employee-owned culture Profit-Sharing and Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) Five days/year paid Community Service Time Strong commitment to Environmental Stewardship Stable, growing organization with a no-layoff philosophy #LI-MJ1 Hypertherm Associates is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we welcome all applications. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. At Hypertherm Associates, we are committed to building an inclusive diverse, flexible, and collaborative environment. If our mission resonates with you, but you don’t meet all posted requirements, we encourage you to still apply. We will evaluate your application materials and may suggest alternative roles that better leverage your strengths and talents. For positions with multiple levels, we will evaluate your prior experience to determine the level within our organization you are best aligned based upon the job applying. CURRENT ASSOCIATES OR TEMPORARY ASSOCIATES: Please apply via your internal Workday career account. $82,636.00-$137,731.00 Annual This is the base pay range that an applicant can expect to make upon hire. Pay within this range will vary based upon relevant experience, skills, and education among other factors. Hypertherm Associates is more than a place to work; it’s a place to call your own. We are 100% Associate-owned with an over 50 year history of no-layoffs. Application Accommodation: We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities to the full extent required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please email us at jobs@hypertherm.com or call our Talent Acquisition team at 603-643-3441 x.3210. As part of your application, we ask that you create a Candidate Home Account to manage your application(s) and review future offer documents. Once you click apply, and select your job application preference, you will enter your existing login credentials or Create Account if you do not have an existing candidate account with Hypertherm Associates.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in STEM with 5–10 years of experience, or Master’s degree in STEM/MBA with 3–8 years of experience
Experience leading or coordinating quality technicians
Foundational understanding of GD&T, measurement techniques, and CMM operation
Strong documentation skills and process improvement mindset
Knowledge of ISO9001, basic project management, and customer-focused quality practices
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (required or in progress)
Ability to lead and motivate associates
Strong attention to detail and structured problem-solving
Practical understanding of measurement and inspection methods
Commitment to continuous improvement and quality culture

Responsibilities

Lead Quality Technicians & Metrology Operations: Guide, coach, and develop quality technicians; oversee metrology lab workflows, calibration practices, inspection setup, and adherence to measurement standards.
Strengthen Measurement Capability: Apply basic GD&T knowledge, measurement methods, and CMM fundamentals to support evaluation of product and process performance; ensure accurate and consistent measurement practices.
Drive Quality Governance & Assurance: Ensure effective implementation of work-unit processes, standards, and internal controls; contribute to documentation and continuous improvement of quality procedures.
Lead Problem Solving & Improvement: Apply Green Belt–level tools to resolve operational issues; document processes, inspection methods, and procedures with clarity and rigor; support quality improvements and risk mitigation.
Guide Associates & Build Capability: Provide day-to-day leadership, coaching, and development of associates; promote evidence-based decision-making and rapid response to issues; support capability building in measurement, documentation, and quality tools.
Lead Leadership Development: Model leadership behaviors that promote empowerment, accountability, and continuous improvement; support associate development through coaching, feedback, and identification of growth opportunities.