Quality Manager

QUALITY Manager or Quality Engineer - Shelton CT - Salary $85 -$95K, BOE, slightly negotiable.

We are seeking an experienced Quality Manager or Sr. Quality Engineer for a manufacturing client in Shelton CT. This role will ead and continuously improve our Quality function within a manufacturing environment. This is a high‑impact leadership role responsible for driving product quality, customer satisfaction, regulatory compliance, and a culture of continuous improvement across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the Quality Department, setting priorities, objectives, and accountability
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across quality systems and processes
• Develop, implement, and track departmental quality metrics and KPIs
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 standards
• Lead customer and supplier quality activities including PPAP, ISIR, NCRs, SPC, Gauge R&R, and audits
• Review and approve 8D corrective actions and root cause analyses
• Act as primary quality liaison for customers and suppliers; attend customer meetings as needed
• Actively participate in APQP, quote reviews, and new product introductions
• Maintain and improve quality procedures, manuals, and documentation
• Support and enforce company policies, Code of Conduct, and safety requirements
• Champion safety initiatives and ensure compliance with OSHA and HSE standards
• Lead, coach, and develop quality team members to build a high‑performing, continuous‑learning organization
• Foster a strong culture of safety, professionalism, and accountability
• Ensure Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) policies are implemented and followed
• Lead investigations of safety incidents and implement corrective actions

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent technical training (or 5 years of relevant manufacturing experience)
• 5 years of supervisory or management experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 quality systems
• Experience in metalworking, Automotive or industrial manufacturing strongly preferred
• Hands‑on experience with:
• FMEA, PPAP, Root Cause Analysis, 8D reporting
• Statistical analysis and data‑driven decision making

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Our client is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas for this position.”