American Flexible Products is a 100% Employee-Owned manufacturing company specializing in the custom fabrication of foam, rubber, and plastics for Original Equipment Manufacturers. We are looking for talented employee-owners to join our team! Come to work every day knowing that as an employee-owner, what you do makes a difference!
We currently have the following opportunities available. Send your resume using the form at the bottom of this page (or please send your resume to hr@americanflexible.com).
Open Positions
Quality and Compliance Manager
The Quality & Compliance Manager is a key member of the management team, responsible for ensuring that Quality and Compliance processes support business objectives and organizational growth. This role oversees the development, implementation, and maintenance of compliance programs, ensuring adherence to AS9100/ISO9001 standards, while also supporting CMMC and ITAR registration requirements. As part of our ESOP-driven culture, the Quality & Compliance Manager plays a vital role in fostering a continuous improvement mindset throughout the organization.
MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:
Quality Management System Oversight
Maintain an audit-ready AS9100 Quality Management System in compliance with ISO9001/AS9100 standards.
Oversee compliance with regulatory and environmental requirements, including REACH, RoHS, sustainability initiatives, and environmental reporting.
Manage document storage, record retention, and version control for Quality Management (QM) and Quality Assurance (QA).
Schedule and oversee Quality meetings and internal/external audits.
Serve as the Management Representative for the company’s Quality Management System, ensuring seamless customer communication regarding quality-related matters.
Continuous Improvement & Data Analysis
Analyze audit and QMS data to drive continuous improvement initiatives and report key quality metrics.
Develop a strong understanding of manufacturing methods, inspection equipment, measurement techniques, and relevant software tools.
Directly manage the Quality, Compliance, and Continuous Improvement team members.
Perform internal audits, identify areas for improvement, and ensure corrective actions are effectively implemented.
Perform regular GEMBA walks to identify opportunities for process optimization and operational excellence.
Training & Leadership
Provide training to management, departments, and internal customers on quality management system (QMS) requirements and best practices.
Mentor AFP Management, Quality and Engineering teams in root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies.
Communicate and oversee product and raw material inspection processes, ensuring compliance with vendor and customer standards.
Interpret and enforce AFP’s Quality and Compliance philosophy, including the development and oversight of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) related to inspection, testing, and evaluation processes.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead and manage compliance initiatives for AS9100, ISO9001, ITAR, and support CMMC certifications.
Ensure all quality and compliance-related processes align with customer requirements and industry standards.
Review flow-down requirements for quote requests and customer purchase orders to ensure compliance with applicable standards and contractual obligations
Review customer supplied drawings for inspection capability and conformance to Geometric Dimensions and Tolerances standards.
Evaluate manufacturing methods and inspection capabilities.
Provide quality input to manufacturing processes including inspection and determining key characteristics.
Provide assistance with technical diagnosis of root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions with resolution of customer complaints or field failures.
Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance quality awareness and integrate best practices across the organization.
Serve as the primary liaison with auditors, regulatory agencies, and customers regarding quality and compliance matters.
Drive a culture of continuous improvement, leveraging data-driven decision-making to enhance product and process quality.
Perform other duties as assigned to support business objectives beyond the typical Quality Manager role.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Engineering Degree or Bachelor’s Degree with ASQ Certification
Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in Quality or Compliance roles within a manufacturing environment.
Minimum of 2 years in a supervisory or management role.
AS9100, ITAR, Government contract review, blueprint reading, and quality inspection process experience required.
CMMC experience preferred.
Additional certifications related to Quality Management, Compliance, or Continuous Improvement are a plus.
Quality Assurance Technician
American Flexible Products’ Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for monitoring and inspecting our products to ensure they meet AFP and our Customer’s established quality standards. Our QA Technician will possess a thorough understanding of the AFP manufacturing and inspection processes.
MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:
Conduct ISIR’s, 1st Article Inspections, and PPAP’s.
Use a CMM and various other inspection equipment to measure tooling and parts for complete dimensional reports.
Perform routine testing and inspection on quality of in-process and finished goods according to company standards and customer specifications.
Collects samples and performs assigned inspection tasks using various types of equipment.
Assist in investigation, resolution and prevention of product and process non conformances and assigned corrective actions.
Provide support to the engineering and quality teams as needed.
Utilize customer portals to access and upload documentation.
Assist assembly and production with setups and new techniques.
Assist with maintaining Quality System Standards (ISO 9001 / AS9100) and the manufacture of safe products.
Provide analytical support and work with engineering to determine process capabilities.
Perform annual calibration on inspection equipment.
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of ISO9001 / AS9100 preferred.
Demonstrated strong written, oral and interpersonal communications skills.
Excellent project management skills.
Good analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as a keen attention to detail.
Self-directed ability to effectively prioritize tasks, while being flexible to production needs.
Strong commitment to proper Safety and Quality processes.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
High School or Equivalent with Associates Degree preferred.
2-3 years of experience in a Quality Assurance Role preferred.
2-3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
