Quality Assurance / Production Manager
7 days ago
Los Angeles
Job DescriptionCompany: Versa Desk Location: Los Angeles – On the manufacturing floor Job Type: Full-time, On-site About Versa Desk Versa Desk is a forward-thinking manufacturer dedicated to delivering high-quality, ergonomic desk solutions. We blend advanced materials, precision assembly, and a culture of continuous improvement to create products our customers love. Join a hands-on team where your expertise directly impacts efficiency, quality, and product success on the floor. Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Quality Assurance / Production Manager to lead manufacturing floor operations. This role blends hands-on leadership with developing and enforcing quality standards, SOPs, and continuous improvement initiatives. You’ll work closely with production teams to streamline processes, reduce waste, improve product quality, and ensure on-time delivery. We’re looking for someone who takes ownership, leads by example, and inspires the team to take pride in high-quality work. Key Responsibilities • Develop, document, and implement clear SOPs and work instructions across all, • assembly and production processes., • Lead floor-level quality assurance activities, including in-process inspections, root cause, • analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives., • Establish and monitor key performance metrics (DPPM, yield, scrap rate, cycle time,, • OEE) and drive measurable improvements., • Partner with Production, Engineering, and Supply Chain to streamline workflows,, • improve throughput, and reduce waste., • Oversee deviation investigations, non-conformances, and change control processes to, • maintain product integrity., • Implement and manage structured problem-solving systems such as 8D, CAPA, and, • preventive action programs., • Lead Gemba walks and provides hands-on coaching to supervisors and operators to, • ensure standards are followed consistently., • Support new product introductions (NPIs) with process validation, risk assessments, and, • pilot builds., • Ensure compliance with ISO, IATF, and internal quality standards; maintain audit, • readiness at all times., • Develop and deliver training programs to strengthen floor capability and accountability., • Promote and enforce a safe work environment, including adherence to SOPs and safety, • protocols., • Mentor and develop supervisors and technicians to build a high-performing production, • 10+ years of experience in Quality Assurance and Production Management within a, • manufacturing environment, • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or a related field (or, • equivalent hands-on experience), • Proven success building and implementing SOPs, work instructions, and structured, • quality systems on the production floor, • Strong command of core quality tools and methodologies including APQP, FMEA, 8D,, • CAPA, SPC, MSA, and root cause analysis, • Demonstrated experience driving Lean manufacturing initiatives (Kaizen, Kanban,, • SMED, VSM, OEE) with measurable operational improvements, • Track record of improving key manufacturing metrics such as yield, scrap rate, cycle, • time, DPPM, and on-time delivery, • Ability to interpret engineering drawings, BOMs, process routing, and technical, • specifications with confidence, • Hands-on leadership style with proven experience mentoring supervisors, technicians,, • and production teams, • Experience preparing for and maintaining compliance with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or, • similar quality standards, • Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses, • Medical, dental, and vision benefits, • 401(k) with company match, • Paid time off and holidays, • Opportunity to shape quality culture and continuous improvement initiatives, • Collaborative, hands-on work environment Versa Desk is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Powered by JazzHR Cb5gOBkwwp