Quality Manager at Ajulia Executive Search – Southington, Connecticut

• Location: Plantsville, Connecticut
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #25752

Are you looking to make a career change to an established company? This exciting opportunity as a Quality Manager offers a competitive salary plus an excellent benefits package including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, paid PTO etc. Does this position match your future career goals? Then this Quality Manager could be the right fit for you.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and maintain all elements of the Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure effective quality processes are established, implemented, and sustained to deliver high-quality products and services.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives in collaboration with all departments across the organization.
• Recommend enhancements to existing programs and develop new systems to meet customer requirements, improve product and service quality, increase efficiency, and reduce waste.
• Interpret customer, regulatory, and stakeholder compliance requirements and integrate them into business operations while promoting organization-wide awareness.
• Maintain robust document control and recordkeeping systems for policies, procedures, work instructions, and forms.
• Manage daily quality operations, including monitoring nonconformances and performing root-cause and corrective action analysis.
• Maintain AS9100 and ISO certifications through regular QMS reviews and internal process audits.
• Analyze quality data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Respond to customer nonconformances in compliance with aerospace requirements, including RCCA development and implementation.
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure the quality of incoming materials and components.
• Initiate and oversee corrective actions, process improvements, and preventive solutions.
• Plan for and lead internal and external audits across all company locations.
• Develop, track, and report quality metrics, performance measurements, and trends.
• Oversee Export/ITAR compliance, including required training and government regulations.
• Manage the review, approval, and compliance process for all Export/ITAR-controlled orders.
• Maintain unrestricted access to senior leadership and exercise organizational authority to address and resolve QMS-related issues.
• Conduct recurring quality meetings, new-hire quality training, and annual management review meetings.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop direct reports to ensure effective team performance.
• Perform the responsibilities of direct reports when required to support operational needs.

Required Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in quality management within the metals service center industry or aerospace/defense manufacturing industries.
• Understanding of metallics and metal products.
• Proven expertise with AS9100 Quality Management System (QMS) standards, including implementation, auditing, and continuous improvement.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, relevant quality standards and process controls.
• Experience managing export compliance and knowledge of laws.
• Demonstrated ability to lead internal/external audits and ensure compliance with customer, regulatory, and industry requirements.
• Experience developing, maintaining, and improving quality procedures, work instructions, and documentation control system
• Proficiency in root cause analysis, corrective/preventive actions (CAPA), and risk management methodologies
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to train, mentor, and influence cross-functional teams
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on process improvement and operational excellence
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with ERP/MRP systems.
• Standard onsite work schedule is 8:00AM 5:00PM, Monday through Friday, with expected overtime as an exempt position.
• Reporting location is Connecticut. Must be local or willing to relocate.
• Overnight travel required.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance.
• Health insurance.
• Paid Time Off.
• 401(K).
• 401(K) Matching.
• Vision insurance.
• Direct Hire.

Salary: $80K-$110K annually DOE

Ask for: Felicia

Job Id: 25752

Ajulia Executive Search is a New Jersey based Executive Search Firm specializing in retained searches in multiple sectors, including Manufacturing, Finance, IT, Legal, and Pharmaceutical. We have a nationwide client base and offer services in temporary and direct hire placements.

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Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Minimum 5 years of experience in quality management within metals service center or aerospace/defense manufacturing industries
- Proven expertise with AS9100 Quality Management System standards, including implementation and audits
- Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 and related quality standards and process controls
- Experience managing export compliance and knowledge of relevant laws