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Director of Quality

Enser Corporation

Clifton, NJ

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
8D, AS 9100, Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Aerospace and Defense, Analysis Skills, Auditing, Capability Maturity Model (CMM), Casting, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Corrective and Preventative Action (CAPA) Systems, Cross-Functional, Documentation, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), External Audit, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, Health Insurance, ISO 9001, Internal Audit, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma, Machining Operations, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Mentoring, Metallurgy, Metrology, Nondestructive Testing (NDT), Performance Metrics, Process Capability, Process Improvement, Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Quality Assurance, Quality Engineering, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Root Cause Analysis, Supply Chain Operations, Work From Home
LOCATION
Clifton, NJ
POSTED
30+ days ago
Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

Type: Contract to Direct
NOTE: Enser is an Engineering Services Company that provides Staffing Support. This position is not internal to Enser. Please No Agencies.



Position Summary:
A well-established precision manufacturer in the aerospace and defense sector is seeking a Director of Quality to lead its quality management systems across casting, machining, and assembly operations. This leadership role is critical to ensuring compliance with industry regulations, driving continuous improvement, and maintaining the highest standards of quality in production.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop, implement, and maintain a robust Quality Management System (QMS) aligned with AS9100, ISO 9001, and Nadcap standards.
  • Lead internal and external audits, customer quality interactions, and regulatory compliance initiatives.
  • Oversee dimensional and metallurgical inspection processes, including CMM, GD&T, and non-destructive testing.
  • Drive root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions (RCCM, 8D, CAPA).
  • Manage all First Article Inspection (FAI) and PPAP/APQP activities, including documentation under AS9012 and AS13002.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, operations, supply chain) to improve process capability and product quality.
  • Analyze quality KPIs and initiate continuous improvement programs to reduce scrap, rework, and customer complaints.
  • Mentor and develop a high-performing team of quality engineers, inspectors, and technicians.
  • Role is on-site and not eligible for remote work.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field required; advanced degree a plus.
  • Minimum of 10 years of progressive quality leadership experience in aerospace, defense, or high-precision manufacturing.
  • Extensive knowledge of quality standards and regulatory frameworks: AS9100, ISO 9001, Nadcap, ITAR.
  • Experience managing audits and customer approvals (e.g., Boeing, Lockheed, Raytheon, Honeywell).
  • Strong background in metrology, GD&T, and non-destructive testing.
  • Familiar with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma methodologies, and ERP systems.



Flexible work from home options available.

About the Company

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Enser Corporation

Providing Engineering, Manufacturing and Staffing Since 1947

Enser is the oldest of the mechanical engineering temp agencies. However, what makes us different from other staffing firms is that we are primarily an engineering company – meaning we know what we are talking about. Because of this, our temporary engineering staffing solutions connect highly skilled professionals with the best companies. We take pride in understanding an organization’s needs and specifications and fulfilling those requirements with skilled temporary engineering professionals. The job candidates we represent are interviewed, and their work history is reviewed by our engineers before we make introductions. We work with many different positions, including Mechanical Engineers, Electrical Engineers, Controls Engineers, Product Engineer, System Engineers, Software Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, Tooling Engineers and much more.

  • Mechanical Engineers
  • Aerospace Engineers
  • Industrial Engineers
  • Controls Engineers
  • Electrical Engineers
  • Manufacturing Engineers
  • R&D Engineers
  • Quality Control Engineers
  • Engineering Technicians
  • Designers / Drafters
  • Product Engineers

Progress Your Career Through ENSER Corporation

Looking for a job in the field of engineering? Consider becoming a Contract Engineer for us here at ENSER’s recruiting service. Not only will you be able to find a job more quickly, but you’ll also earn a lot of valuable experience from varying projects that will look great on your resume. By filling these temporary positions, you can explore the country and find what companies or industries fit your specific needs and interests and in some cases, a temporary contract could even lead to a full-time hire. You can choose either contract or contract to direct placement services.

Contract or Contract to Direct?

Today, companies are understandably concerned about the opportunities missed by being understaffed.Many of these companies turn to engineering staffing agencies. To manage fixed costs effectively, you can hire highly skilled engineering professionals from Enser in two different ways. This flexible approach allows you to add engineering talent to your team with confidence, so that you have the staff you need for the growth you want to achieve.  Add to your long term staff on a project basis. This flexible staffing solution is ideal for positions or projects where ongoing productivity is essential. Want a mor permanant solution? Try a 6 month Contact to Direct opportunity. 

COMPANY SIZE
50 to 99 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Paid Sick Days, 401K, Employee Events, Life Insurance
FOUNDED
1947
WEBSITE
https://www.enser.com/staffing-solutions/