Quality Assurance Manager

ClearBridge Executive Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company matching

Paid time off

Job summary

ClearBridge Executive Search is seeking a hands-on Quality Manager to lead daily quality operations in a manufacturing environment. You will ensure ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100 compliance, drive continuous improvement, and partner with production and engineering to uphold top product quality across all stages.

The role requires diverse quality experience, strong leadership, and hands-on use of precision measuring tools on the factory floor. On-site, full-time position with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of quality assurance experience or equivalent
• Experience in a manufacturing job shop environment
• Experience managing a Quality Department in ISO 9001 and AS9100
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001:2015, AS9100, PPAP, FMEA, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and quality improvement methodologies
• Ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints, technical drawings, and customer specifications
• Hands-on experience with precision measuring tools including calipers, micrometers, optical comparators, Sunnen gauges, and CMM equipment
• Experience developing product control plans, inspection methods, and statistical quality evaluations
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, mathematical, and problem-solving skills
• Experience working with customers to resolve quality concerns
• Ability to work on the manufacturing floor while leading quality initiatives
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt training preferred
• Quality-related certifications are a plus

Responsibilities

• Manage daily Quality Department operations, including inspection priorities and supervision
• Maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) per ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100
• Lead internal quality audits and ensure compliance with standards
• Collaborate with inspectors, production personnel, and engineering to evaluate materials and finished products
• Develop inspection methods and product control plans from drawings and customer specs
• Act as primary contact for customer quality concerns and audits
• Investigate nonconformities, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions
• Maintain quality documentation and customer-required submissions
• Use FMEA, PPAP, statistical analysis and continuous improvement tools to reduce defects
• Prepare quality metrics and management reports
• Work with engineering, production and other departments to improve quality and efficiency
• Train and mentor quality personnel
• Education and benefits info: health, vision, life insurance, 401(k) matching, PTO

Skills

Quality assurance

Leadership

Root cause analysis

Six Sigma

Communication

Problem solving

Blueprint reading

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Optical comparators

Sunnen gauges

CMM equipment

Job description

Are you an experienced Quality Manager looking for an opportunity to lead quality operations in a hands‑on manufacturing environment? We are seeking a detail-oriented and results-driven Quality Manager to oversee daily quality activities, maintain compliance with ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100 standards, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. This position works closely with production, engineering, and customers to ensure product quality, resolve technical issues, and maintain the highest manufacturing standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily Quality Department operations, including inspection priorities, employee supervision, and quality issue resolution.
• Maintain and oversee the Quality Management System (QMS) in accordance with ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100 requirements.
• Lead internal quality audits and ensure compliance with established standards and procedures.
• Work directly with inspectors and production personnel to evaluate incoming materials, in-process production, and finished products.
• Review engineering drawings, customer specifications, and quality requirements to develop inspection methods and product control plans.
• Serve as the primary contact for customer quality concerns, complaints, corrective action requests, and audit findings.
• Investigate nonconforming products, identify root causes, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Maintain quality documentation, including manuals, procedures, inspection records, and customer-required submissions.
• Utilize FMEA, PPAP, statistical analysis, and continuous improvement techniques to reduce defects and improve manufacturing processes.
• Prepare quality metrics, audit findings, and performance reports for management review.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and other departments to improve product quality and operational efficiency.
• Train, mentor, and develop quality personnel on inspection procedures and quality standards.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of quality assurance experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing job shop environment is required.
• Experience managing a Quality Department in an ISO 9001 and AS9100 environment.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001:2015, AS9100, PPAP, FMEA, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and quality improvement methodologies.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints, technical drawings, and customer specifications.
• Hands-on experience using calipers, micrometers, optical comparators, Sunnen gauges, and CMM equipment.
• Experience developing product control plans, inspection methods, and statistical quality evaluations.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working directly with customers to resolve quality concerns.
• Ability to work extensively on the manufacturing floor while leading quality initiatives.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt training or certification preferred.
• Quality-related professional certifications are a plus.

Education

• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Paid time off

Salary Range: $80,000-120,000 annually

Employment Type: Full-time, on-site