Director of Quality Control
Tendon Manufacturing Inc. · Cleveland, AL
- Level
- Director+
- Team
- Quality
- Experience asked
- 12+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
A director-level quality role at Tendon Manufacturing Inc. (industrial) in Cleveland, AL.
- They ask for
- 12+ years
- Tools it names
- ISO 9001, Machining, Welding, Painting / coating
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Quality Engineer roles in the US: typical posted base $96k–$135k.
Median of the low and high ends of 464 live postings that list pay, out of 1137 quality engineer openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Alabama plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 12 other live quality postings in Alabama.
- Experience asked
- More than usual (12+ vs 5+)
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Root cause 62%
- Supplier quality 38%
- Team leadership 38%
- GD&T 38%
- New product launch 38%
- Control plans 31%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Painting / coating, 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 Tendon Manufacturing Inc.
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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?
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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.
Full description from Tendon Manufacturing Inc.As posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
include developing and implementing quality control systems, conducting audits, analyzing quality data, and collaborating with customers & production teams to maintain and improve quality standards.
Qualifications
Strong expertise in Quality Control and Quality Assurance practices Proficiency of Quality Management systems, such as ISO 9001 Demonstrated leadership skills with experience managing quality teams Strong problem-solving abilities and analytical thinking Ability to ensure compliance with regulations, standards, and customer
requirements
Prior experience in metal fabrication or manufacturing industries #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Tendon Manufacturing, established in 1988, is a full-service metal fabrication and manufacturing company with three locations in Warrensville Heights, Ohio. Tendon’s diverse offerings include laser cutting, welding, machining, assembling and powder coating. Our commitment to excellence and innovation has made Tendon Manufacturing a trusted name in the industry. Role Description The Director of Quality Control will oversee all quality management processes and practices at Tendon Manufacturing's three facilities. This is a full-time, on-site role where the Director will lead a team of quality professionals in ensuring compliance with industry standards and internal requirements.