Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Auditing, Calibration, Capability Maturity Model (CMM), Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Cross-Functional, Customer Satisfaction, Detail Oriented, Higher Education, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), ISO 9001, Internal Audit, Laboratory Management, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Machining, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Metrology, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, People Management, Problem Solving Skills, Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Project/Program Management, Prototyping, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Quality Engineering, Quality Management, Technical Recruiting
Job Title: Quality Engineer
Location: Shelton, CT
Employment Type: Full-Time Direct Hire
Shift: 1st Shift
Pay Range: Based on Experience
Benefits: Full Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
Position Levels: Open to Mid and Senior-Level Candidates
Position Overview
The Quality Engineer will lead the Quality Control Group and manage the Metrology Labs while ensuring compliance with ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 13485:2016 standards. This role plays a key part in driving quality initiatives, overseeing inspection programming, calibration, and validations, and collaborating across teams to ensure customer satisfaction and continual improvement.
What You’ll Be Doing
Lead the Quality Control Group and supervise Metrology Lab personnel.
Represent QC during ESI, APQP, PPAPs, etc. to achieve:
Prototype development and inspections.
pFMEAs.
Quality Control Planning and inspection fixturing.
Capability studies and Gage R&R’s.
First Article Inspections and Validations.
Supplier Change Requests (SCRs).
Oversee inspection programming for new and existing products.
Lead calibration efforts and ensure compliance.
Support the Quality Group by:
Participating in Management Reviews.
Documenting and resolving nonconformances.
Driving Corrective and Preventive Actions.
Supporting internal and customer audits.
Conducting prototype inspections.
Assisting with continual improvement initiatives.
What We’re Looking For
Experience with ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 13485:2016.
Higher education in engineering or related field.
Strong stamping/machining and/or manufacturing background with mechanical inspection knowledge.
Proficiency in:
Ability to manage multiple quality initiatives and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of qualification procedures: PPAP, APQP, PMA, and vendor/supplier approvals.
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
Hands-on leadership experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Work Environment
Busy manufacturing facility with cross-functional collaboration.
Must be comfortable managing inspection, audits, and validations while following strict safety protocols.
Company Overview
Founded in 2010, Top Prospect Group focuses on aligning exceptional candidates with leading companies across the engineering and manufacturing sectors. Acquired by HW Staffing Solutions in 2023, the firm now offers broader professional and technical staffing services nationwide.
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Top Prospect Group LLC
Top Prospect Group founders and management team offer more than 75 years of combined experience in Information Technology, Creative & Marketing, and Finance & Accounting staffing and solutions. Our fundamental goal is to build successful relationships resulting in accurate job and prospect representations. We meet with those we work with face-to-face to garner a better understanding of candidate or client requirements. By leveraging our experience and market insight, we are able to provide a more consistent recruitment process. Motivated by a partnership philosophy, our staff possesses a deep understanding of how to forge mutually beneficial long-term relationships. We believe in what we do and continuously strive for excellence.
20 to 49 employees
Staffing/Employment Agencies
http://www.topprospectgroup.com/