Quality Manager

Job Title: Quality Manager

Job Description

The Quality Manager will be responsible for overseeing and executing all quality-related functions in a small aerospace CNC job shop. This includes owning the Quality Management System (QMS), inspecting oversight, conducting root cause investigations, and providing direct support on the shop floor. This is a hands-on role that requires daily involvement with inspectors and measurement activities, in addition to strategic quality leadership.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the Quality Management System (AS9100 / ISO 9001).
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) using tools such as 8D, 5 Why, and FMEA.
• Oversee inspection and measurement activities, utilizing tools like calipers and gauges.
• Engage with the shop floor to execute quality control and ensure compliance with aerospace quality standards.
• Collaborate with inspectors and provide direct support in measurement validation and inspection processes.
• Communicate effectively to bridge the gap between leadership and the shop floor.

Essential Skills

• 5 to 10+ years of experience in aerospace quality management.
• Proven exposure to AS9100 systems and practical application of quality tools.
• Hands-on experience in quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC).
• Strong communication skills.
• Familiarity with inspection tools, manufacturing drawings, and production workflows.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a highly regulated aerospace quality environment.
• Ability to demonstrate both QA and QC capability.
• Proficiency in root cause analysis and corrective action processes.

Work Environment

The work environment is a small, lean aerospace CNC job shop characterized by high-mix, low-volume production. The role is highly hands-on and driven by shop-floor interactions. The organization is structured with minimal layers, promoting high accountability and cross-functional collaboration with inspectors and leadership. Employees benefit from direct access to ownership and decision-making, with the opportunity to build and shape the quality environment and make an immediate impact in a growing business.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Milford, CT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.09/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Milford,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 2026.

About Actalent

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