
Quality Manager
Brunswick · Lebanon, MO
- Level
- Manager
- Team
- Quality
- Base pay
- $85k–$124k
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 3+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A management quality role at Brunswick (industrial) in Lebanon, MO.
- They ask for
- 3+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, Welding
- Base pay
- $85k–$124k
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Quality Engineer roles in Missouri: typical posted base $100k–$141k. This one lists $85k–$124k.
Median of the low and high ends of 6 live postings that list pay, out of 18 quality engineer openings in Missouri, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Missouri plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 17 other live quality postings in Missouri.
- Base pay
- About 14% below similar roles
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (3+ vs 5+)
Typical $100k–$141k, from 5 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Six Sigma 67%
- Root cause 56%
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 50%
- CAPA 39%
- ✓ Lean 39%
- ISO 9001 33%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Welding, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
At a glance
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How to get in at this plant
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- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Quality team at Brunswick
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Send a short, curious note
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- 3
Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Which standards drive the work here: ISO 13485, IATF 16949, AS9100?
- How much of the job is customer complaints versus prevention?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
- 4
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If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.
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Bring proof to the interview
One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.
This plant: Brunswick in Lebanon
1 other open role at this site.
- Manufacturing Engineer · Manufacturing
Full description from BrunswickAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Essential Functions
- ◆Oversee assigned areas of QA, QE and QC processes
- ◆Lead and develop a team of hourly and salaried members for continuous career growth
- ◆Plans and adjusts work priorities to meet daily, weekly, monthly goals and metrics
- ◆Develop formal quality inspection training
requirements
- ✓Assure inspection/test skill and methods are executed consistently across personnel and processes
- ✓Analyze processes to identify and communicate improvement opportunities
- ✓Drive process/quality improvements using formal methodologies
- ✓Apply Lean Mfg. principles and Six Sigma tools to production and quality processes
- ✓Sustain product and process controls, act to correct process nonconformance
- ✓Analyze product warranty data to improve internal processes
- ✓Review/investigate dealer complaints/warranty issues to improve current control methods
- ✓Oversee QCIS QC data input and boat tagging process
- ✓Containment and verification of repairs related to finished goods inventory
- ✓Participate in cross-functional walkthroughs
- ✓All other duties as assigned.
Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.
Required Qualifications
- ✓Bachelor's degree, relevant industry experience along with certifications may be considered in place of degree
- ✓Minimum five-years of related work experience in QC/QA related field
- ✓Formal Six Sigma training
- ✓Hands on at a shop floor level, working with individuals of the process to determine the “what it is” and “what it should be”
- ✓Results orientated both quantifiable and quantitative
- ✓Distinguishing common cause from special cause to tailor problem-solving methods
- ✓Developing a pull Vs. push approach for quality within an organization
- ✓Project leadership experience with direct reports, possesses strong leadership, coaching; mentoring experience for leading a quality team
- ✓Developing strong working relationships with stakeholders
- ✓Must be well versed in quality methodologies with a practical approach to application
- ✓Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
- ✓Demonstrate experience performing mathematical and basic statistical calculations and analysis including graphical reporting
- ✓Ability to manage medium to large scale projects and Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
- ✓Experience developing process procedures and work instructions
- ✓Familiar with the following: understanding electronic schematics/drawings, performing inspection.
- ✓Working knowledge of production assembly processes, six sigma, lean, and kaizen activities, as well as.
- ✓Ability to interpret a variety of technical matter in mathematical or diagram form
- ✓Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written, the ability to effectively communicate cross-functionally
- ✓Understanding of customers’ quality/reliability
requirements
and product expectations
- ✓Solid understanding and use of computer basics, and experience with Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Preferred Qualifications
- ✓ASQ certifications desired: CQE, CSSGB CSSBB, CMQ/OE or ability to complete within 8 months of hire
- ✓3 years Automotive or comparable regulated industry experience preferred
- ✓Product compliance/liability training experience desired
- ✓Prior marine experience and/or personal knowledge of boat operation and systems desirable
- ✓Training of NMMA and ABYC regulations beneficial
- ✓Experience with gel coat, fiberglass, and assembly desired
qualifications
and the business context.
This position is eligible to participate in Brunswick's comprehensive and high-quality benefits offerings, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401k (up to 4% match), Health Savings Account (with company contribution), well-being program, product purchase discounts and much more. Details about our benefits can be found here .
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Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond. Brunswick believes “Next Never Rests™,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation.
Innovation is the heart of Brunswick. See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality:
Position Overview
As part of the talented Lowe team, the role of a Quality Manager is to manage activities of workers engaged in inspecting all aspects of our boats. Applying knowledge of quality assurance standards and procedures to drive improvements in products and customer satisfaction. Oversee quality assurance processes, for conformance to regulatory and internal product standards consistently across all production areas. Review reports and confer with quality assurance, production, management, and engineering personnel to solve work-related problems. Performs other duties as described below.
At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.
Working Conditions
- •While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to high sound levels, welding processes, moving forklifts, elevated loads, and close
The anticipated pay range for this position is $84,500-$123,900 annually. The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job- related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.
At Brunswick, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the salary range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate’s
Why Brunswick
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