Quality Manager- Aerospace- West Caldwell, NJ

Large organization with strong compensation offerings
Leadership opportunity in a highly desired industry

About Our Client

This client is a precision manufacturing organization operating in a highly regulated aerospace environment, specializing in the production of critical components such as fasteners. They emphasize a strong quality culture, strict adherence to industry standards, and continuous improvement, while fostering cross-functional collaboration and hands-on leadership within their operations.

Job Description

Maintain, update, and continuously improve the AS9100-compliant Quality Management System, ensuring full audit readiness and acting as the primary liaison for internal, customer, and certification audits
Oversee all inspection, testing, and product release activities to ensure parts meet engineering specifications and customer requirements, including thorough execution of First Article Inspections (FAI)
Lead the corrective and preventive action (CAPA) process, including root cause analysis (e.g., 8D, 5-Why), implementation of solutions, and verification of effectiveness
Manage Material Review Board (MRB) activities, evaluating nonconforming materials and determining appropriate disposition such as rework, deviation, or scrap
Collaborate with procurement to assess, approve, and monitor suppliers, ensuring incoming materials meet required industry and customer standards (e.g., AMS, ASTM)
Oversee calibration and control of all measurement and inspection equipment to maintain accuracy and compliance with quality standards
Supervise, train, and mentor quality team members, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and zero-defect performance

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Proven quality leader with 5-10 years of experience in manufacturing, including supervisory responsibility
Strong expertise in aerospace quality standards, particularly AS9100, with hands-on audit experience
Solid background in machining environments (CNC preferred), with understanding of fastener or precision component production
Skilled in root cause analysis and continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., 8D, 5-Why, CAPA)
Experienced in inspection methods, measurement tools, and interpretation of engineering drawings including GD&T
Familiar with supplier quality management and material standards such as AMS and ASTM
Data-driven mindset with the ability to analyze KPIs and cost of quality metrics
Effective communicator who can collaborate across engineering, operations, and supply chain teams
Strong leadership skills with a track record of developing and mentoring quality teams
Detail-oriented, organized, and committed to maintaining high standards of product quality and compliance

What's on Offer

Opportunity to lead and shape the quality function within a growing manufacturing environment
High-impact leadership role with direct visibility to senior management
Exposure to aerospace industry standards and advanced quality systems (AS9100, NADCAP)
Collaborative, cross-functional work with engineering, operations, and supply chain teams
Chance to drive continuous improvement and build a zero-defect culture
Hands-on environment with advanced machining and inspection technologies
Professional development through audit leadership and quality system ownership
Competitive compensation aligned with experience and leadership scope
Stable, long-term career opportunity within a specialized manufacturing sector

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