Job Title: Quality Systems Specialist Department: 1015 - Quality Location: High Bridge, NJ Summary The Quality Systems Specialist supports process controls and process improvements, maintains document control system, including creating, reviewing, and revising documentation according to standard operating procedures, and cooperates in driving quality improvement within the organization. This is a hands-on role that requires work in production areas as needed. Responsibilities + Evaluate Quality Program Requirements per regulations, standards, and customer related quality program requirements. + Review and update as necessary Work Instructions, Quality Procedures, Quality System Procedures + Train or assist in training facility on Quality System Programs/Procedures + Drive development of the quality system for production processes and process improvement + Participating and/or perform in internal and external audits. + Reviewing TMSCAC and supplier procedures and documentation. + Participating in continual improvements to increase productivity and reduce scrap. + Preparing and dispositioning (as applicable) NCRs, CARs, and CDRs, utilizing this information to investigate the cause of the defective product focusing on raw material, process equipment and personnel. + Scheduling: maintain a schedule and notify appropriate department/individual of vendor audits expiration, certification expirations, inspector qualifications, auditor qualifications, equipment calibrations, training expirations, etc. + Other duties as assigned. + The successful candidate for this position will be a US citizen and will be self-directed, confident in technical matters, and comfortable interfacing both with other departments and representing the company directly with customers. Qualifications + Skillset: control plan management; process monitoring and improvement; lean manufacturing (process mapping, standard work definition, etc.); root cause analysis and formal corrective action; knowledgeable of ISO 9001 quality systems + Other valuable skills: Failure Modes and Effects Analysis; design of experiments; internal auditing; calibration management; job shop manufacturing experience; up-front specification review and contract review; familiarity with inspection methods (traditional dimensional or CMM systems, NDT: penetrant, magnetic particle, or ultrasonic) + Computer skills: Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite. + Language: English (Spanish an asset) + Effective communicator before groups of customers and employees of Trident Maritime Systems. + Excellent verbal and written communication skills. + Solution-oriented. Education and/or Experience + Education: Bachelor’s Degree or 5 years related experience. + Knowledgeable of ISO 9001 Quality Systems. 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