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Quality Manager

Hudson, Massachusetts Permanent USD130,000 - USD145,000 per year View Job Description
This is a hands-on quality leadership role within a lean, collaborative manufacturing environment, responsible for driving both systems and operational quality. The position involves managing a small team, leading audits and compliance efforts, and partnering across departments to ensure product and process excellence in a regulated setting.
  • Hybrid WFH (not at first, over time), Company Events, Competitive Benefits
  • Cutting Edge Technology

About Our Client

The client is a global leader in advanced retinal imaging technology, known for designing and manufacturing innovative diagnostic equipment used in eye care. Their U.S. operations focus on manufacturing, customer service, and corporate functions, with a strong culture of quality, collaboration, and long-term employee development.

Job Description

  • Lead and develop a small U.S.-based quality team, including mentoring two technicians
  • Manage and support internal and supplier audits (FDA and ISO)
  • Oversee CAPAs, root cause analysis, internal audits, and overall compliance
  • Ensure product and process quality within a regulated manufacturing environment
  • Collaborate closely with manufacturing, supply chain, and customer service teams
  • Partner with the global quality team based overseas to align on standards and improvements
  • Take a proactive, hands-on role in driving continuous improvement across quality systems
  • Limited travel to suppliers as needed



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

  • Experienced in both operational and systems quality within a manufacturing setting
  • Strong leadership skills, with the ability to mentor and develop junior team members
  • Confident managing audits (FDA experience is ideal, but ISO 9001 is acceptable)
  • Comfortable working independently in a lean team, wearing multiple hats
  • Proficient with quality tools like RCA, 5 Whys, and CAPA processes
  • Practical, collaborative, and approachable-able to drive change without being rigid
  • Emotionally intelligent, with the ability to work cross-functionally and build strong relationships
  • Eager to grow long-term within a company that invests in employee development
  • Open to candidates outside of medical devices if they bring strong quality and manufacturing experience



What's on Offer

  • Base salary between $130K-$145K
  • Up to 15% annual bonus
  • Annual merit increases, with reviews each October
  • Hybrid work flexibility (1-2 days per week from home possible over time)
  • Strong emphasis on professional development (e.g., MBA sponsorships, training programs)
  • Access to cutting-edge technology in a specialized field
  • Collaborative work environment with long-tenured leadership and strong internal relationships
  • Engaging workplace culture with team-building events, holiday parties, and food trucks



Contact
Cian Troy
Quote job ref
JN-042025-6726616

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Quality, Technical
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Hudson
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Cian Troy
Job Reference
JN-042025-6726616