QA Manager

Job Title: Quality Assurance Manager

Department: 1015 - Quality

Location: High Bridge, NJ

Summary

Oversees and manages the Quality Management System and Quality Assurance Program to ensure consistent production of products that meet established quality standards. Plans, coordinates, and directs quality initiatives, working both independently and through subordinates to maintain and improve product quality.

Responsibilities 

• Overall responsibility for the implementation, training and maintenance of the Company's quality management system.  Including the preparation of and revisions of the Quality Management System Manual and Quality Assurance Manual and associated quality procedures.
• Responsibility for the assignment, selection, indoctrination and training of personnel performing quality related functions.
• Assuring that the policies of the Manuals are strictly adhered to for all products manufactured and supplied by TMS-CAC.
• The identification and correction of conditions adverse to quality.
• Control of procurement documents, including the auditing of suppliers for material and services.
• Participating or acting as Lead Auditor in Internal and External audits.
• Participating in Continual Improvement to increase productivity, improve quality processes and reduce scrap.
• Attending Production and Pre-Manufacturing Meetings as required.
• Reviewing and approving Supplier procedures and documentation.
• Coordination of all quality assurance activities with the Quality Control Manager, Quality, NDE Level III Manager, MT Doc. Supervisor and Quality System Supervisor.
• Representing TMS-CAC for outside inspection and customer complaints.
• Interfacing with customers, other internal departments, and organizations outside of TMS-CAC.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Assets: ASME Section III knowledge or experience.
• Familiarity with quality standards such as ISO 9001, NQA-1, 10CFR50 App. B, etc.
• ASQC Certified.
• NDE knowledge.
• Knowledge of metallic ASTM/ASME Specifications.
• Knowledge of mechanical test methods of metals.
• Computer skills:  Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel required.
• Language: English (Spanish an asset)
• Able to read and interpret documents, instructions and procedures.
• Able to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Able to speak effectively before groups of customers and employees of TMS-CAC.
• Mathematical skills: Able to calculate figures such as interest, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Able to perform basic algebra and geometry.
• Reasoning Ability: Able to apply common sense and understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Able to deal with problems involving several variables.

Education and/or Experience

• Master’s Degree in Science or Engineering or Bachelor’s Degree in Science or Engineering with 10 years related experience.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 25 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. All Trident Maritime Systems employees are encouraged to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.  

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment can vary.

Trident Maritime Systems is an EEO/AA employer that offers a comprehensive compensation package and opportunities for growth.

As a government contractor, we adhere to regulations including the need for U.S. citizenship for certain positions.

Offers of employment are contingent on and not considered finalized until the required background check and drug test has been performed and the results received and have been accessed.

About Trident Maritime Systems - Custom Alloy Division

Trident Maritime Systems is a global leader in providing innovative solutions for maritime and defense industries. Our Custom Alloy division in High Bridge, NJ, specializes in manufacturing high-quality seamless and welded pipe and tube solutions, as well as custom fabrications for critical applications. We serve government and commercial clients. For government, we work on military and defense contracts requiring precision and reliability. For commercial clients, we provide custom-engineered solutions across various industries. This dual focus allows us to take on diverse, high-pressure projects. Unlike mass production facilities, we create large, custom fittings tailored to specific needs. Our plant features large machines for heavy-duty work in a traditional manufacturing environment. It can be hot, cold, or dirty, but we prioritize safety and provide tools and training to ensure success.

Trident Maritime Systems offers a comprehensive benefit package which includes: 

• Cigna medical, dental; VSP vision.
• Flexible Spending Account & Health Savings Account (with company contributions)
• 401K – company match
• Paid Time Off 
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Safety shoe reimbursement, $200 per year
• Prescription safety glasses program
• Voluntary Supplemental Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Paid training and development opportunities
• Employee referral program