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Quality Assurance Manager

Top Prospect Group
Shelton, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 7/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/24/2026

Job Description

Job Title: Quality Manager

Salary: $ depending on experience

Location: Shelton, CT

Must Haves: Automotive is a must, PPAP or ISIR submissions, NCR’s (Non-conformance Reporting), Inspection, SPC, Gauge Program, Cost of Quality, internal audits, etc. are accurate and completed in a timely manner.

Summary

Overall responsibility for managing the Quality department to establish advanced quality and reliability engineering practices that enhance product quality, reliability, and customer acceptance

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Set, direct, and support priorities of the Quality team, including development of individual accountabilities

Review and reset objectives through performance evaluations

Develop, implement, and improve departmental metrics

Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the Quality function

Establish and maintain training processes for measurement techniques, fit and function, and acceptance criteria

Ensure accuracy and timely completion of PPAP, ISIR, NCR, SPC, inspections, gauge programs, internal audits, and cost of quality metrics

Lead and support resolution of customer quality issues

Act as primary customer liaison for quality-related matters

Attend customer meetings and represent the Quality function

Review and ensure effectiveness of 8D reports and corrective actions

Participate in APQP and quote review activities

Maintain IATF 16949 and ISO9001 compliance

Develop and maintain quality procedures, standards, and manuals

Ensure full implementation of quality systems and procedures

Maintain regular attendance and compliance with company policies

Travel as required

Supervisory Responsibilities

Direct management responsibility for all Quality department personnel

Qualifications, Education, and Experience

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent technical experience

Minimum 5 years of manufacturing experience in metalworking or similar industry

Minimum 5 years of supervisory or leadership experience

Strong experience with ISO9001 and IATF 16949 quality systems

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong knowledge of FMEA, PPAP, SPC, Root Cause Analysis, and 8D methodologies

Ability to analyze data and drive process improvements

Strong project management and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills with internal teams and customers

Experience with ERP systems and quality documentation systems

Understanding of OSHA regulations and safety standards

Strong technical writing and organizational skills

Reasoning Ability

Analyze data and draw conclusions to improve processes

Evaluate information from multiple sources and make sound decisions

Solve complex quality and manufacturing problems

Interpret technical instructions in various formats

Work Environment

Combination of office and manufacturing environment

Physical Requirements

This position occasionally requires travel by car or plane

Company Overview

Founded in 2010, Top Prospect Group focuses on aligning exceptional candidates with leading companies across the engineering and manufacturing sectors. Acquired by HW Staffing Solutions in 2023, the firm now offers broader professional and technical staffing services nationwide

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