Quality Engineer - QMS & Process Improvement Lead

Socket.dev; East Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Life and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Healthy Rewards program

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a Quality Engineer/Quality Specialist to advance the company’s Quality Management System and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing and operations.

You will support audits, supplier quality activities, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure compliance with customer requirements, industry standards, and internal procedures. A CQE is encouraged within the first year of hire to strengthen the quality program.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in quality, manufacturing, engineering, or industrial environment preferred.
• Ability to obtain ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) within one year of hire.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Manufacturing Technology, Industrial Engineering, or related technical field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Develop, implement, and maintain standardized work processes to improve quality and efficiency.
• Plan, conduct, and document internal audits for QMS and regulatory compliance.
• Manage supplier quality activities including supplier audits, performance metrics, and improvements.
• Lead process improvement and efficiency projects across the organization.
• Analyze nonconformances, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

MS Office 365

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

CQE certification within 1 year

Job description

Socket.dev is seeking a Quality Engineer/Quality Specialist to advance the company’s Quality Management System and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing and operations.

You will support audits, supplier quality activities, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure compliance with customer requirements, industry standards, and internal procedures. A CQE is encouraged within the first year of hire to strengthen the quality program.