Date Posted: 2/26/2025 12:50:23 PM
City, State: Windsor, NJ
Job Type: Full Time
Salary (USD): $90,000 - $90,000
Description
Title: Quality Assurance Manager
Location: Windsor, NJ
Schedule: Mon – Fri, days
Compensation: $90k base salary, plus 4% bonus
Benefits: Comprehensive package includes Health, Dental, and Vision, 401(k) with company match, PTO includes vacation, sick leave, and floating holidays, Paid Leave (paid maternity leave for employees who qualify for FMLA, as well as parental leave), and tailor-made career development plans.
Position Description:
Our client is looking for an accomplished Quality Assurance Manager to lead quality, operational efficiency, and excellence at their Windsor, NJ manufacturing operation. Reporting to the Region Quality Director, the QA Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining a comprehensive Quality Management System and plays a key role in fostering a culture of quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement at the facility.
Our client needs a proactive leader to implement and harmonize QMS to align with sister sites, revise processes to attain ISO9001 certification, and effectively manage/mentor/train a team of 2-4 Quality Technicians. This is a great opportunity to put your stamp on delivering world-class quality to the company’s growing portfolio of Pharmaceutical and Med Device customers.
Responsibilities include:
• Develop, implement, and manage the site Quality Management System (QMS) that aligns with industry standards and organizational objectives.
• Facilitate quality and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, customer satisfaction, and overall performance.
• Lead all quality efforts at the plant to ensure that our products consistently meet or exceed defined quality standards and customer expectations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement quality improvements, drive process optimization, and achieve cost-effectiveness.
• Ensure timely resolution and closure of Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) plans.
• Conduct regular audits and assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of the QMS and processes, identifying areas for improvement.
• Analyze quality performance data and metrics to identify trends, develop insights, and drive data-driven decision-making.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track the effectiveness and efficiency of quality processes and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure site adheres to local regulations and industry standards.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of safety concerns, incidents, and near misses.
• Oversee housekeeping walkthroughs and address all safety issues with Plant Management.
• Conduct monthly trainings/safety meetings to reinforce safe work practices and company policies.
• Oversee monthly 5S projects to improve workplace organization, cleanliness, and efficiency. Work with teams to ensure compliance with 5S principles.
• Provide training and mentorship to employees to enhance their understanding of quality principles, practices, and methodologies.
• Oversee supplier quality management, including supplier evaluations and audits, to ensure the quality of incoming materials and components.
• Represent the facility with external stakeholders related to quality and continuous improvement.
• Assist in driving a culture of quality excellence, continuous improvement, and accountability.
• This role will lead a team of 2-4 Quality Technicians - it is expected that this individual will have previous experience leading successful teams.
Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in related field (e.g. Business Administration, Quality Management, Engineering) is preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of quality management experience within the printing, packaging or pharmaceutical industries (or other complex manufacturing environment), with a proven track record of improving quality standards and processes
• Team Leadership – proven ability to manage direct reports and lead teams to drive quality improvements and standardization efforts
• Expertise in ISO 9001 standards - ISO 15378 a plus
• Knowledge of FSC, SFI and PEFC environmental certifications and system maintenance
• Proficiency in quality management systems, data analysis tools, and software applications.
• QCBD Software Experience a plus
• Understanding of pharmaceutical industry regulations, including cGMP, FDA, and international
quality standards
• Analytical skills - ability to analyze data, identify trends, and implement effective solutions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to lead and collaborate with cross-functional
teams, direct reports, and stakeholders
• Relevant certifications such as Certified Quality Manager (CQM) or Certified Quality Auditor
(CQA) are advantageous
• Lean Six Sigma certification a plus
Company Description:
Our client is a leading full-service provider of label and packaging solutions to the Healthcare market, with a nationwide manufacturing footprint. They provide a wide array of packaging solutions, including folding cartons and boxes, labels, inserts, outserts, Med Guides and Physician support literature.
Why this opportunity?:
Our client has been expanding its capabilities and services to the Healthcare industry through acquisition and continuous improvement. Standardizing QMS across their manufacturing network is a top priority for continued, long-term growth and success, and an effective and engaging Quality leader is needed at their New Jersey operation. There is a team of around 65 employees at the site, which is primarily focused on carton printing and folding for the Pharmaceutical industry. Quality runs 2 shifts.
The company is technology-driven and has an employee-centric culture of collaboration that is focused on creatively delivering Quality and Value to its customers. They value every employee and encourage communication, internal growth and promotion - you will have many opportunities for career advancement into site leadership and beyond!
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