Quality Assurance Manager

Almo Corporation; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision, Life

Disability benefits

RRSP/401(k) matching

Flexible scheduling

Paid vacation & personal time off

Job summary

Almo Corporation is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to lead quality systems and regulatory compliance for consumer appliances and electronics sold in the U.S. and Canada, with EU support as needed. You will drive CAPA, supplier quality, and product testing across design through post-market phases.

The role requires 7+ years in QA for consumer goods, solid regulatory knowledge, and experience coordinating third-party labs. Travel may be required to support suppliers and regulatory audits.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of quality assurance experience in consumer goods, appliances, or electronics manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. and Canadian product compliance regulations; working knowledge of EU regulatory requirements preferred.
• Experience managing third-party testing labs and certification processes.
• Familiarity with APQP, PPAP, and FMEA frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance programs, policies, and SOPs for CPG appliance & electronics categories.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards, certifications, and regulations, including UL, ETL, CSA, FCC, DOE, FDA, CPSC, Proposition 65, FPLA (U.S.), and CPLA (Canada).
• Oversee supplier quality audits, factory inspections, and corrective action plans.
• Manage product testing protocols for safety, performance, and durability.
• Ensure labeling compliance in accordance with U.S. and Canadian laws, including ISO 780 pictorial marking standards.
• Maintain documentation for regulatory compliance, including FCC (U.S.), ISED (Canada), and ISPM-15.
• Collaborate with Product Development and Engineering teams during design and pre-production phases to ensure manufacturability and regulatory compliance.
• Approve and maintain product specifications, testing requirements, and quality documentation.
• Lead root cause analysis for product defects and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Monitor returned goods and warranty claims to identify trends and improve product performance.
• Partner with Sourcing and Supply Chain teams to evaluate, qualify, and manage vendor quality performance.
• Develop quality scorecards for suppliers and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee pre-shipment inspections and inbound quality control for domestic and imported products.
• Lead, train, and mentor QA team members to ensure best practices in inspection, testing, and reporting.
• Implement Lean Six Sigma or similar methodologies to improve quality processes and reduce cost of poor quality (COPQ).
• Serve as the primary contact for quality escalations and customer complaint investigations. EU/Other territory Regulatory Support (Ad Hoc / Standalone)
• Provide guidance on EU regulations for products sold in the EU or upon ad hoc requests, such as CE marking, RoHS, REACH, WEEE, EMC Directive, and
• Maintain and update EU compliance documentation (e.g., EU Declarations of Conformity, technical files).
• With internal and external support where required, advise internal teams and suppliers on local labeling, safety, and recycling requirements.

Skills

Quality management

Regulatory knowledge

Root cause analysis

CAPA

Lean Six Sigma

FMEA

SPC

DOE

ISO 9001

TS-16949

AS9100

Auditing

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quality Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field

Tools

APQP/PPAP

Job description

The Quality Assurance Manager is responsible for ensuring that all consumer-packaged goods (CPG) appliances and electronic products meet or exceed quality, safety, regulatory, and performance standards, primarily for U.S. and Canadian markets. This role will lead the development and execution of quality systems, inspection programs, and process improvements throughout the product lifecycle—from design and sourcing through manufacturing, inbound inspection, and post-market monitoring. The QA Manager will work cross-functionally with Product Development, Sourcing, Engineering, Regulatory, and Customer Service to drive continuous improvement, minimize defects, and protect brand reputation. For select products sold in the EU or other territories, or in response to ad hoc requests, the QA Manager will also support EU regulatory compliance and provide guidance on local market requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Management & Compliance

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance programs, policies, and SOPs for CPG appliance & electronics categories.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards, certifications, and regulations, including UL, ETL, CSA, FCC, DOE, FDA, CPSC, Proposition 65, FPLA (U.S.), and CPLA (Canada).
• Oversee supplier quality audits, factory inspections, and corrective action plans.
• Manage product testing protocols for safety, performance, and durability.
• Ensure labeling compliance in accordance with U.S. and Canadian laws, including ISO 780 pictorial marking standards.
• Maintain documentation for regulatory compliance, including FCC (U.S.), ISED (Canada), and ISPM-15.

Product Lifecycle Support

• Collaborate with Product Development and Engineering teams during design and pre-production phases to ensure manufacturability and regulatory compliance.
• Approve and maintain product specifications, testing requirements, and quality documentation.
• Lead root cause analysis for product defects and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Monitor returned goods and warranty claims to identify trends and improve product performance.

Supplier & Manufacturing Quality

• Partner with Sourcing and Supply Chain teams to evaluate, qualify, and manage vendor quality performance.
• Develop quality scorecards for suppliers and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee pre-shipment inspections and inbound quality control for domestic and imported products.

Leadership & Continuous Improvement

• Lead, train, and mentor QA team members to ensure best practices in inspection, testing, and reporting.
• Implement Lean Six Sigma or similar methodologies to improve quality processes and reduce cost of poor quality (COPQ).
• Serve as the primary contact for quality escalations and customer complaint investigations. EU/Other territory Regulatory Support (Ad Hoc / Standalone)
• Provide guidance on EU regulations for products sold in the EU or upon ad hoc requests, such as CE marking, RoHS, REACH, WEEE, EMC Directive, and

Packaging/Waste Directives.

• Maintain and update EU compliance documentation (e.g., EU Declarations of Conformity, technical files).
• With internal and external support where required, advise internal teams and suppliers on local labeling, safety, and recycling requirements.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Quality Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field (Master’s degree a plus).
• 7+ years of quality assurance experience in consumer goods, appliances, or electronics manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. and Canadian product compliance regulations; working knowledge of EU regulatory requirements preferred.
• Experience managing third-party testing labs and certification processes.
• Familiarity with APQP, PPAP, and FMEA frameworks.

Certifications

• Certified Quality Manager (CQM) or Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) – Required
• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor – Preferred
• Six Sigma Green/Black Belt – Preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Proficient in quality tools and methodologies (FMEA, SPC, DOE, Six Sigma, ISO 9001, TS-16949, AS9100).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional, supplier, and regulatory interactions.
• Proven ability to lead teams and drive process improvements.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally (up to 25%), including occasional EU visits.Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
• Defect rate reduction year-over-year in U.S. and Canadian markets.
• On-time resolution of CAPA actions.
• Supplier quality scorecard improvement.
• Compliance pass rates for product testing and certification (U.S., Canada, and EU when applicable).
• Reduction in warranty claims and returns.

Why Join Us

Ready to join our team? Here’s why …

• Comprehensive group benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Critical Illness, Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Wellness Incentive Program and Employee Assistance Program
• RRSP / 401(k) matching program
• Work-life balance matters: Flextime, summer hours, paid vacation, and personal time off
• A casual, fun, and collaborative work environment
• Lively social calendar—there’s always something for everyone
• Generous employee discounts on our products
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• The chance to work alongside a highly talented, high-performing team

Workplace Commitments

We are committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment. All employees are expected to follow workplace safety protocols, including compliance with local regulations and internal standards, to ensure the well‑being of everyone.

We are dedicated to fostering a workplace where individuals feel respected, supported, and able to contribute fully. We recognize that different perspectives and experiences strengthen our teams and drive better outcomes for our employees and customers.

Nexora and its family of brands, including JAM and Almo, are equal opportunity employers. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

We would like to thank all candidates for their interest in our organization. However, only those selected will be contacted.

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