QMS Engineer - Manufacturing - Naugatuck, CT

• Lead the development and maintenance of integrated management systems (ISO, IATF, environmental and safety standards)
• Plan and conduct internal audits, track findings, and drive corrective actions
• Host and manage external audits including customer and compliance reviews
• Maintain and optimize quality documentation, procedures, and policies
• Partner with cross-functional teams to identify improvement opportunities and enhance efficiency
• Conduct root cause analysis on non-conformances and implement preventative actions
• Provide training and guidance on quality systems and processes across the organization
• Manage OEM customer quality requirements, issues, and expectations
• Analyze returned products and implement quality and design improvements
• Prepare and manage PPAP and IMDS documentation for customers
• Participate in customer and internal project meetings to address quality concerns
• Lead FMEA, risk analysis, and other core quality tools initiatives
• Support environmental compliance requests, reporting, and customer surveys
• Mentor and support junior quality team members

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Own global quality systems across ISO, IATF & OEM standardsLead audits, improvements & high-impact cross-functional projects

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or related field
• 5-7+ years of experience in quality systems or management systems engineering
• Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001
• Proven experience conducting audits and managing compliance programs
• Hands-on experience with PPAP, IMDS, and OEM quality requirements
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability (root cause, corrective actions)
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement tools
• Excellent communication skills with ability to lead cross-functional initiatives
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools; ERP/M3 experience is a plus
• Self-driven with strong organizational, decision-making, and multitasking skills

Our client is a well-established manufacturing organization with a strong focus on quality, compliance, and continuous improvement. They partner with leading customers and prioritize operational excellence, innovation, and employee collaboration to maintain a competitive edge.

• High-impact role shaping quality systems and compliance strategy
• Opportunities to lead audits and work directly with OEM customers
• Collaborative environment with cross-functional influence
• Exposure to advanced manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
• Strong career growth within a quality-driven organization