Bilingual SHEQ Manager

DSJ Global; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

DSJ Global seeks a bilingual SHEQ Manager to lead site-wide Quality and Environmental, Health & Safety programs in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. This leadership role focuses on regulatory compliance, quality systems, continuous improvement, and workplace safety, with opportunities to shape ISO 9001 processes and safety initiatives across the site.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in quality within manufacturing and proven ability to drive CAPA, audits, and Lean projects while coordinating

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Business, Environmental Health & Safety, or a related field.
• 5+ years of Quality experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading or managing a QMS, preferably ISO 9001.
• Lead Auditor certification is preferred but not required.
• Strong knowledge of PFMEA, control plans, SPC, CAPA, and root cause analysis.
• OSHA 30 certification or experience managing workplace safety programs.
• Ability to balance quality leadership with oversight of site safety programs.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and maintain the site's Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring ISO 9001 compliance and continuous improvement of quality processes.
• Drive process improvement and operational excellence through SPC, data analysis, and performance metrics.
• Lead quality initiatives using PFMEA, process mapping, control plans, and CAPA to improve quality and manufacturing performance.
• Monitor and improve Cost of Quality (CoQ) metrics.
• Partner with Operations to identify process improvement opportunities and ensure consistent product quality.
• Analyze quality KPIs to identify trends, reduce defects, and drive sustainable solutions.
• Lead root cause investigations, CAPA, and customer complaint resolution activities.
• Manage internal audits, quality reviews, and compliance programs; prepare leadership reports.
• Champion Lean initiatives: Kaizen, 5S, Value Stream Mapping and process optimization.
• Serve as site leader for quality compliance, customer requirements, and quality system enhancements.
• Oversee the site's health and safety management systems, ensuring OSHA compliance.

Skills

Quality leadership

ISO 9001

SPC

CAPA

Root cause analysis

Continuous improvement

Project management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Quality

Tools

PFMEA

Control plans

Process mapping

OSHA knowledge

Job description

A leading manufacturing organization is seeking a Bilingual SHEQ Manager to lead site-wide Quality and Environmental, Health & Safety programs. This is a Quality-focused leadership role that will drive regulatory compliance, continuous improvement, quality systems, and workplace safety initiatives across a fast-paced production environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a Quality professional looking to step into a broader leadership role, where quality will be the primary focus while gaining additional exposure and development within Health & Safety management.

The responsibilities of the SHEQ Manager will include:

• Lead and maintain the site's Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 standards and continuous improvement of quality processes.
• Drive process improvement and operational excellence through Statistical Process Control (SPC), data analysis, and performance metrics.
• Lead quality initiatives utilizing PFMEA, process mapping, control plans, and process capability studies to improve product quality and manufacturing performance.
• Monitor and improve Cost of Quality (CoQ) metrics, including scrap, rework, customer returns, and corrective action effectiveness.
• Partner closely with Operations to identify process improvement opportunities and ensure consistent product quality across the facility.
• Analyze quality KPIs and performance data to identify trends, reduce defects, and drive sustainable solutions.
• Lead root cause investigations, corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), and customer complaint resolution activities.
• Manage internal audits, quality reviews, and compliance programs while preparing quality performance reports for leadership.
• Champion Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing initiatives, including Kaizen, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, and process optimization projects.
• Serve as the site leader for quality compliance, customer requirements, and quality system enhancements.
• Oversee the site's health and safety management systems, ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations and company policies.
• Lead safety initiatives, training programs, incident investigations, and corrective actions to maintain a safe work environment.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external contractors to address safety concerns and implement effective corrective actions.
• Support environmental compliance activities and regulatory requirements as needed.

The ideal SHEQ Manager will have the following skillset:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Quality, Business, Environmental Health & Safety, or a related field.
• 5+ years of Quality experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience leading or managing a Quality Management System (QMS), preferably within an ISO 9001-certified facility.
• Experience conducting or participating in internal audits; Lead Auditor certification is preferred but not required.
• Strong knowledge of quality tools and methodologies including PFMEA, control plans, process mapping, SPC, CAPA, and root cause analysis.
• OSHA 30 certification or experience managing workplace safety programs.
• Experience leading safety initiatives, incident investigations, and regulatory compliance efforts.
• Ability to balance quality leadership responsibilities while providing oversight of site safety programs.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Previous supervisory experience is preferred but not required.
• Looking for an individual ready to take the next step in their career and grow into a broader HSEQ leadership role.