Quality Assurance Manager

Quality Assurance Associate (Temporary) A premier manufacturing organization in Pine Brook, NJ, is seeking a strategic and hands-on Quality Assurance Associate for a temporary assignment. This leadership role oversees the quality lifecycle, from raw material specifications to finished-product commercialization.+1

Role Overview Location:

Pine Brook, NJ Position Type:

Temporary Compensation :

$25.00/hr

Key Responsibilities QMS Leadership:

Establish, maintain, and formalize the Quality Management System (QMS), including the development of overarching Quality Policies and Objectives.

Specification Oversight:

Manage all required specifications for raw materials, product-in-process, finished goods, and packaging materials.

Continuous Improvement:

Lead a culture of continuous improvement by analyzing product performance data and executing strategic action plans.

Technical Compliance:

Guarantee the frequency and precision of calibration for all measuring instruments used in quality assurance.

Training & Documentation:

Design staff training plans that meet legal requirements and oversee the creation and maintenance of all procedures, records, and resources.+1

Operational Control:

Implement formal systems for material verification and process controls—including sampling and testing—to reduce variability and prevent non-conformities.

Issue Resolution:

Manage systems for documenting and resolving customer complaints and internal non-conformities using root cause analysis and traceability.

Audit Management:

Establish internal audit schedules and direct second- and third-party audits to ensure all findings are resolved satisfactorily.+1

Safety Protocols:

Establish and validate product recall procedures through regular drills and effectiveness evaluations.

Product Development Support:

Collaborate with the development team to create standards for new formulations and support their commercialization based on legal and cost-effective requirements. Required Qualifications Proven experience as a Quality Assurance Manager or in a relevant Quality leadership role. Expertise in establishing and managing a comprehensive Quality Management System. Strong background in internal and external audit coordination. Excellent collaborative skills to ensure alignment of quality initiatives across all departments. Deep understanding of root cause analysis, corrective actions, and preventive measures.

Compensation / Pay

Rate (Up to): $25.00 - $27.00 Per Hour