--- title: 'Quality Manager at Re:Build Manufacturing' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/quality-manager-re-build-manufacturing-new-kensington-mjvmx0q9kcz2' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-16' --- # Quality Manager at Re:Build Manufacturing - **Company:** Re:Build Manufacturing - **Location:** New Kensington, PA - **Posted:** 2026-08-14 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-16 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/rebuildmanufacturing/jobs/4724251005 ## Job description About Re:Build At Re:Build, our mission is to ensure the next generation of important products are made, at scale, in America. We are laying the foundation for a better future for our customers, employees, and communities by revitalizing America's manufacturing base and creating meaningful jobs across the country, including in historically deindustrialized regions. We operate an advanced, end-to-end manufacturing platform that partners with industrial companies and innovators to take products from first concept to full-scale production in critical verticals including aerospace and defense, electrification, medical, energy and environment, and robotics and automation. The way we operate is as important as the work we do. It's guided by The Re:Build Way, 16 principles that shape how we collaborate with each other, partner with our customers and vendors, and contribute to the communities where we operate. (link to [The Re:Build Way principles](https://usg02.safelinks.protection.office365.us/?url=https%3A%2F%2Frebuildmanufacturing.com%2Fabout%2Frebuild-way%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ckeithen.stallings%40rebuildmanufacturing.com%7C60037233e2e94b6ea7cb08defe0c1624%7Ce1a219cabf1f41d8b96204d1d62ac18e%7C0%7C0%7C639227525019194617%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=SORPZa8SNTwG02AzEY%2BuyF%2Bc8Qkrt%2Fp%2Fyl6sAlTsvVs%3D&reserved=0)) Who are we looking for? Re:Build New Kensington (RBNK) is seeking a hands-on, experienced Quality Manager to lead the evolution and management of an AS9100 / SO 9001 based Quality Management System. This role will be responsible for establishing, monitoring and improving the QMS for the RBNK manufacturing site in PA . This role is critical to developing a robust quality management system that meets OEM expectations, supports customer compliance, and ensures long-term customer satisfaction. What you get to do! - Lead the continued development of AS9100 & ISO 9001, aligning systems, documentation, and practices with customer and OEM-specific requirements. - Own and manage the quality management system (QMS) for the business, ensuring that every aspect—from supplier quality to final inspection—is aligned with customer expectations, internal standards, and compliance requirements. - Lead the preparation, submission, and completion of quality documentation in coordination with customers, engineering, and manufacturing teams. - Lead a Production Quality Team of Quality Engineers, Quality Specialists, Calibration and Test Technicians, and inspectors. - Hire, train, and mentor team members on AS9100/ISO 9001 requirements, core tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC), and quality guidelines. - Manage the audit program and serve as the primary liaison for customer quality audits, third-party assessments, and internal audit processes. - Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Production, Supply Chain, and Program Management teams to ensure product and process to support and coordinate launch readiness and program quality planning for new products. - Lead problem-solving activities using structured methodologies (e.g., A3, 5-Why, Fishbone) and drive continuous improvement. - Maintain a safe working environment and promote 5S and Lean within the company ## What you will bring to the Team - Bachelor's degree in Engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, business, or similar field. - A minimum of 5 years’ experience leading/coaching Lean methodologies including facilitation of kaizen events including value stream mapping. - Certification in Lean or Six Sigma is strongly preferred. - Experience within a core engineering environment and proven understanding of the Toyota Production System preferred. - Six Sigma experience in data analysis, process control, Pareto, scatter diagrams, FMEA, control charts. - Ability to read, analyze, and understand general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or government regulations. - Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, supervisors, and employees. The BIG payoff We are a company who is going to make a difference in the industries and the communities in which we choose to operate. Every employee of Re:Build will share ownership in the company and will share in the financial rewards of the success we achieve together, at all levels of the company! We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate Re:Build Manufacturing is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason. Re:Build is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at accommodations.ta@ReBuildmanufacturing.com or you may call us at 617.909.6275. ## About Re:Build Manufacturing ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Re:Build Manufacturing is a privately held U.S.-based advanced manufacturing and engineering services company that integrates design, engineering, and production to take complex products from concept to full-rate manufacturing. - **Entity Type**: Private (bootstrapped-style growth; no public funding rounds disclosed) - **Headquarters**: Framingham, Massachusetts, United States - **Founded**: 2020 - **Founders**: Miles Arnone (CEO), Jeff Wilke (Founding Partner) – other leadership includes Chad Clawson (COO), Kris McBride (CFO), and Bonnie Davis (Chief Lean Officer) ## Core Business - Primary industry/industries: Advanced manufacturing, engineering services, aerospace & defense, medical devices, electrification, energy & environment, robotics & automation. - Target customers: B2B – startups and established companies requiring end-to-end product development and scalable manufacturing, especially in regulated or performance-critical sectors. - Mission/purpose statement: “Ensure that the next generation of important products are made in America.” ## Products & Services - **Integrated Design & Engineering**: Multidisciplinary concept-to-production services including industrial design, mechanical/electrical engineering, embedded software and controls, AI/ML, and data analytics. - **Scalable Manufacturing**: High-volume production, precision machining, metal forming & fabrication, thermoplastics/composites, chemical process engineering, and electromechanical assembly. - **Specialized Product Launches**: Over 14 specialized products brought to market across partner companies, spanning medical consumables, battery solutions, and automation equipment. ## Market Standing - **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not publicly available (private company, no disclosed round). - **Key Metrics**: ~1,200+ employees globally (400+ engineers); nearly 1 million square feet of manufacturing footprint across the U.S.; 45,000+ LinkedIn followers (yearly +168%). Note: LinkedIn also reports a headcount of 162, but this appears to be an incomplete or limited view—the company’s own website and other sources consistently state 1,200+. - **Notable Investors / Partners**: Founding partner Jeff Wilke (former CEO of Amazon Worldwide Consumer); board member David Siegel (former CEO of Meetup); extensive partnerships in aerospace, defense, and medical device sectors. - **Growth Signals**: 10.8% YoY employee growth per LinkedIn; active hiring with 121 open roles (Greenhouse); expanding across 14+ U.S. locations; building Re:Build University for skills development. ## Competitive Advantages - **Manufacturability for Design™ approach**: Embeds production constraints into early-stage development, eliminating costly redesign cycles. - **Integrated U.S.-based ecosystem**: Combines design, engineering, and manufacturing under one roof, reducing lead times and supply chain risk. - **Cross-industry expertise**: Serves aerospace, defense, medical, energy, robotics, and electrification – allowing knowledge transfer and resilience. - **The Re:Build Way**: 16 operating principles focused on safety, partnership, long-term investment in people, and stakeholder value. ## Strategic Focus - Revitalizing American industrial capability by helping companies bring critical products to market domestically. - Expanding the network of specialized manufacturing companies and capabilities through acquisitions and organically. - Investing in talent development (Re:Build University), AI/ML and digital tools to improve production efficiency. - Prioritizing industries with high barriers to entry and long product lifecycles (defense, medical, clean energy). ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Purpose-driven, learning organization focused on “thoughtful innovation and meaningful work.” Described as a place for “makers, builders, creatives, collaborators, and analytical problem solvers.” - **Benefits**: Comprehensive health (medical/dental/vision, FSA/HSA), 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, wellness program, parental leave, PTO, long-term incentive program, employee assistance program, STD/LTD, accident coverage, voluntary life insurance. - **Career Growth**: Cross-functional collaboration and mentorship; opportunities to move across the ecosystem of companies; training through Re:Build University. - **Work Environment**: Hybrid/on-site across U.S. locations (Framingham MA, New Kensington PA, Rochester NY, Wilmington MA, etc.). Emphasis on hands-on manufacturing and engineering. ## Sources 1. [rebuildmanufacturing.com – About](https://rebuildmanufacturing.com/about/) 2. [rebuildmanufacturing.com – Careers](https://rebuildmanufacturing.com/careers/) 3. [linkedin.com – Re:Build Manufacturing](https://www.linkedin.com/company/re-build-manufacturing) 4. 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