Quality Manager – Injection Molding

Ajulia Executive Search; Westminster (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Ajulia Executive Search is seeking a Quality Assurance/Quality Control leader for our client in the plastics manufacturing sector. The role will oversee QA/QC activities for injection molding, ensuring consistent product quality and process effectiveness.

You will manage the QMS, conduct internal and external audits, and serve as the liaison with regulatory agencies and customers. Key focus areas include CAPA, FMEA, PPAP, and continuous improvement across cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of quality experience in injection molding, plastics manufacturing, or related production environment.
• Strong expertise in quality systems and regulatory standards, including ISO 9001:2015, MILSPEC, UL requirements, and Lead Auditor certification.
• Proficient in core quality methodologies such as SPC, APQP, CAPA, FMEA, MSA, PPAP, and GD&T.
• Hands-on experience with inspection and metrology equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead all quality assurance and quality control activities for injection molding operations, ensuring consistent product quality and process effectiveness.
• Manage and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS), including procedures, documentation, audits, work instructions, and compliance with ISO 9001:2015, MILSPEC, UL, and customer requirements.
• Direct internal, external, customer, and certification audits while serving as the primary liaison for regulatory agencies, auditors, and customer quality inquiries.
• Drive continuous improvement through root cause analysis, CAPA management, nonconformance investigations, KPI monitoring, trend analysis, and corrective action implementation.
• Oversee product and process quality planning activities, including FMEAs, PPAPs, control plans, testing, inspections, new product introduction, ERP setup, and engineering change management.
• Train and educate employees on quality systems, policies, and procedures while collaborating across departments to resolve customer complaints, maintain compliance, and enhance operational performance

Skills

Quality leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Tools

QMS software

Calipers

Micrometers

CMMs

ERP

MS Office

Job description

• Lead all quality assurance and quality control activities for injection molding operations, ensuring consistent product quality and process effectiveness
• Manage and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS), including procedures, documentation, audits, work instructions, and compliance with ISO 9001:2015, MILSPEC, UL, and customer requirements
• Direct internal, external, customer, and certification audits while serving as the primary liaison for regulatory agencies, auditors, and customer quality inquiries
• Drive continuous improvement through root cause analysis, CAPA management, nonconformance investigations, KPI monitoring, trend analysis, and corrective action implementation
• Oversee product and process quality planning activities, including FMEAs, PPAPs, control plans, testing, inspections, new product introduction, ERP setup, and engineering change management
• Train and educate employees on quality systems, policies, and procedures while collaborating across departments to resolve customer complaints, maintain compliance, and enhance operational performance

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of quality experience in injection molding, plastics manufacturing, or a related production environment, including at least 3 years in a leadership role
• Strong expertise in quality systems and regulatory standards, including ISO 9001:2015, MILSPEC, UL requirements, and Lead Auditor certification
• Proficient in core quality methodologies such as SPC, APQP, CAPA, FMEA, MSA, PPAP, and GD&T to drive continuous improvement and compliance
• Hands-on experience with inspection and metrology equipment, including calipers, micrometers, CMMs, and precision gauges
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and Quality Management System (QMS) software
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented manufacturing environment while promoting safety, workplace organization, accountability, and operational excellence