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Advanced Quality Control Inspector

Precision. Accountability. Technical Excellence.

Straton Industries is seeking an Advanced Quality Control Inspector who sets the standard through the quality of their work. This is a senior, hands-on role with advancement opportunities earned through demonstrated capability, initiative, and results. The right candidate leads by example, earns trust through execution, and is motivated to grow into greater responsibility over time. This role is designed for a senior inspector who takes ownership of inspection quality, demonstrates sound judgment, and consistently follows through. Opportunities for increased responsibility exist over time and are based on demonstrated performance and readiness.

Key Responsibilities:

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• Perform advanced inspections on high-mix, tight-tolerance machined parts using both manual gaging and programmable inspection equipment
  
• Program and operate CMMs using PC-DMIS software (required)
  
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T to verify conformance
  
• Take ownership of inspection quality by identifying issues early and ensuring accurate disposition
  
• Document inspection results clearly and accurately using required forms and systems
  
• Support deviation, nonconformance, and corrective action processes as required
  
• Follow established procedures, work instructions, standards, and customer-specific requirements
  
• Act as a technical resource through experience, judgment, and reliability.
  

Required Skills and Experience:

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  7+ years of Quality Control experience in precision machining
  
• Proven experience programming and operating CMMs using PC-DMIS software (required)
  
• Strong working knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
  
• High proficiency with precision measurement tools, including comparators, microhites, micrometers, indicators, and similar equipment
  
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, make sound inspection decisions, and follow through
  
• Strong attention to detail with consistent, accurate documentation practices
  
• Strong ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment.
  
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
  
• Aerospace industry experience a plus
  
  
• Familiarity with quality standards such as AS9100 (preferred).
  
  

Why Join Us?

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

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• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  
• Life Insurance
  
• 401(k) with company match
  
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
  
• A team-oriented workplace that values your expertise and contributions
  

How to Apply

If youre passionate about quality, detail-oriented, and ready to grow with an industry leader, we want to hear from you. Apply now by sending us your resume and lets start the conversation!

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Quality Manager (Automotive)

$115,000 - $140,000 + Bonus + Profit Sharing + Progression + Training + PTO + Holiday + Dental + Medical + Life + Disability + Flexible Hours + Tuition Reimbursement + 401K + Clean Air Conditioned Facility + Weekends Off!

Derby, CT

Are you a skilled Quality Manager with an automotive background looking to join a rapidly growing global organization where you can build, lead, and develop your own team?

This role offers an excellent opportunity to receive training on state-of-the-art machinery, and grow within a longstanding company, all while playing a key role in enhancing quality standards.

This is a great time to join this well-established company, which supplies specialized products to the automotive and defense industries. Currently experiencing rapid growth, the business is stable, well-funded, and investing in exciting new projects and state-of-the-art machinery. You’ll also enjoy working in a clean, air-conditioned facility year-round, with plenty of opportunities to develop your career across a diverse range of projects.

In this hands-on role, you will lead and train a team responsible for product inspection and testing, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvement. You’ll also collaborate closely with the engineering and maintenance teams to recommend and implement process enhancements that raise quality standards. Additionally, you’ll learn to operate new state-of-the-art equipment and train your team to do the same.

The ideal candidate will be a Quality Manager from an automotive background who is looking to expand their skills on state-of-the-art machinery while leading a team to success and driving meaningful improvements across the plant.

The Role:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Quality Technicians.
• Receive training on state-of-the-art machinery and implement improvements to enhance quality standards across the plant.
• Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM, with flexible start and finish times.

The Person:

• Experience with Quality Inspection on metal products
• Machine shop / Automotive background
• Looking to lead and train a small team of 7 Quality Technicians

Key Words: quality management, stamping, metal stamping, automotive quality, ISO 9001, IATF 16949, PPAP, APQP, FMEA, control plans, root cause analysis, corrective actions, quality audits, SPC, CMM inspection, gauge R&R, continuous improvement, process improvement, supplier quality, product inspection, compliance, customer complaints, scrap reduction, lean manufacturing, six sigma, kaizen, problem solving, quality systems, quality assurance, quality control, first article inspection, production part approval, dimensional inspection, cross-functional collaboration, nonconformance management, NCR, defect analysis, precision measurement

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Seamus Curtin at Rise Technical Recruitment.

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The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Yonkers Contracting Company is seeking a qualified Project Engineer with minimum of 3 years of experience working on infrastructure construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering for infrastructure construction projects in the tri-state area
• Work with project team in developing project plans, schedules, and budgets
• Monitor construction progress to ensure high quality and compliance
• Maintain accurate project documentation
• Monitor project costs to be compliant with the budget
• Supervise and support various subcontractors
• Identify project risks and conflicts and develop mitigation strategies

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or mechanical engineering, or construction management
• Strong communication, time management, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently
• Proven ability to work effectively within a project team
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office

Compensation

• Medical and dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Student loan reimbursement and/or tuition reimbursement
• Vehicle stipend, toll reimbursement, gas card
• Yearly bonus

About Yonkers Contracting Company, Inc.

Founded in 1945, Yonkers Contracting Company is a leading heavy civil construction contractor specializing in major infrastructure projects throughout the New York, New Jersey, Connecticut region. Our portfolio includes highways, bridges, rail systems, transit facilities, site work, foundations, energy and environmental projects. We are committed to safety, quality, innovation, and delivering excellence in all aspects of our work.

Waters Construction Company is hiring!

Job Title: Project Manager - Heavy Civil Construction

Location: Bridgeport, CT

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $125k+ (DOE) with excellent benefits and bonus program

If you’re the kind of PM who wants real ownership, not babysitting subs and chasing paperwork, this is your seat. You’ll run the day-to-day operations of complex heavy civil projects ($5M–$100M), lead field & office teams, and be trusted to make decisions that move the job forward.

We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Construction Project Manager to join our team in the Heavy Civil division. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully managing complex construction projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with safety and quality standards.

Why Waters?

Waters Construction Company is a family owned company that maintains a professional and welcoming atmosphere. We are comprised of highly skilled, ethical, and experienced managers, engineers, technical professionals, and tradesmen who are known for their broad construction expertise and long-term commitment to the organization. Our reputation is built on our people. Their knowledge, adaptability, positivity, innovative project execution, and the respect for our customers, vendors, and subcontractors is what has kept Waters moving forward since 1960.

Big-league responsibility, real autonomy: Own complex heavy civil work end-to-end, with the authority to plan, execute, and drive outcomes, not just “coordinate.”

A contractor with staying power and momentum: Family-owned, CT-based, and delivering heavy civil infrastructure work across highways, bridges, transit, utilities, environmental remediation, and specialty paving; built on execution and long-term customer trust.

A team you’ll like working with: You’ll partner daily with a close, highly cooperative group of project engineers and superintendents; fast communication, strong follow-through, and shared wins (the way job teams should run).

Compensation

Our investment is in you. At Waters we provide one of the most comprehensive and competitive packages in the industry.

Salary Range: Based on experience and skill levels - $125,000 and above

Insurance: Premium Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage (100% paid for the individual, 50% for family members)

Bonus Program: Based on individual, company, and division performance

401k and Profit Sharing Plan: Safe harbor 401K profit sharing contribution. One-year vesting period for the profit sharing contribution.

Project Manager Competencies and Responsibilities

Position Competencies:

• Minimum of five (5) years of extensive experience reviewing, executing, and managing heavy civil infrastructure projects $5M and above.
• The ideal individual has a degree in Civil Engineering but strong candidates with a solid background and experience and knowledge of the industry will be considered
• Proven knowledge of the civil industry, its safety and quality standards in particular
• Vast knowledge and deep understanding of the CTDOT processes and standards
• Excellent ability in leading and influencing people
• Ability to read, understand and interpret plans and drawings
• Ability to develop, update and analyze project schedules
• Proven knowledge and experience managing budgets, monitoring costs and reporting trends
• Experienced with billings for lump sum and unit price contracts and capable of independently managing
• Capable of managing more than one project at once
• Capable of performing the superintendent role if necessary

Personal and Cultural Competencies:

• Honest with moral integrity
• Efficient and proactive
• Confident and Competent
• Organized and Focused on priorities
• Follow through on commitments and be persistent
• Capable of analyzing data, assessing people and circumstances
• Detail oriented
• Ability to create a positive, enthusiastic and energetic work environment focused on the development of people
• Team-centered leader that will promote oursafe, efficient,positive, respectful code of conduct
• Ability to put your own ego aside and work on making the TEAM successful.
• High level of energy, extroverted, and is capable of infecting the division with energy and purpose
• Self-motivated
• Ability to maintain an open mind to the possibilities, and ideas of their team.
• Remain unbiased while leading the team
• Willingness to work hard and capable of influencing others to do their best.

• Leading the Naval network warfare missions in developing tactics and procedures to realize tactical, strategic and business advantages afloat and ashore
• Driving interoperability with joint, allied and coalition partners
• Building professional excellence through education, training and certification and milestone qualifications
• Optimizing organizational effectiveness through cutting-edge technologies, knowledge management techniques and a culture of innovation
• Helping to develop and deploy information systems, command and control and space systems
• Serving as a key part of the Information Dominance Corps in its mission to gain a deep understanding of the inner workings of adversaries
• Overseeing the work of Information Systems Technicians - Enlisted Sailors (no degree required) who serve as specialists in information technology

• Serving as part of Battle Group staffs on ships at sea
• Working in C4I/Space/Surveillance on shore tours
• Serving on major Navy and joint staffs
• Serving in command of key communication and surveillance facilities around the globe

• Pursuing opportunities at institutions such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College (NWC)
• Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges

• Pursuing opportunities at institutions such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College (NWC)
• Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges

Exclusive. Northeast holding company with three manufacturing and technology portfolio companies serving commercial markets. New role reporting to Chairman. Every portfolio company had their best year in 2025. On the horizon is further expansion led by product development, international expansion, new customers, and recurring revenues streams. We are looking for a leader and influencer that is still willing to bear hug the business from the bottom up when necessary. Quick overview of responsibilities and leadership are:

• Partnering and contributing on short- and long-term strategies for the holding and portfolio companies (i.e., geographical expansion, acquisitions, spin-offs, capital investment, incubator projects, organizational development)
• Functioning as a consultant and advisory Board member to portfolio companies (i.e., pricing, margin management, leadership development, KPIs, capital expenditures, process improvements, working capital improvements, demand planning, business development, infrastructure build out)
• Be liaison with external counsel on domestic and international customer contracts, labor agreements, and other legal matters
• Be the VP-Finance for the holding company on financial reporting, KPIs, and treasury matters

REQUIREMENTS: BS required (Accounting, Finance, or Engineering preferred). CPA or MBA a must. Seek 10+ years of business and financial leadership experience. Must be able to communicate with engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing. Ideal candidate might come from investment banking, private equity, or multi-plant manufacturer targeting commercial markets. Role can be hybrid or virtual with primary travel in Connecticut and New York.

REWARD: $300,000 to $350,000 DOE plus seven figure 3-5 year incentives, superior benefits, upside and work/life balance

Responsibilities:

• Approve label copy and assist with artwork approvals to confirm compliance with local, state and federal requirements in the US and Canada for laundry and home care product development projects

• Support Safety Data Sheet (SDS) development and ingredient disclosure requirements

• Gather and enter data into third-party compliance systems

• Assist with various documentation needs, as requested

• Work proactively with cross-functional teams to ensure product regulatory compliance and provide necessary regulatory documentation

• Develop and document programs and associated processes to comply with regulations and government agencies.

• Assist with raw material, formulation and packaging regulatory evaluations to confirm compliance with local, state and federal requirements in the US and Canada for new laundry and home care product development projects

• Evaluate, approve and document raw material, formulas, packaging and labeling regulatory compliance, taking into consideration but not limited to the following regulations: Toxic Substances Control Act (US), New Substance Notification Regulations (Canada), Consumer Chemicals and Containers Regulations (Canada), Consumer Product Safety Act (US), Federal Hazardous Substances Act (US), Poison Prevention Packaging Act (US), federal and state Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) regulations (US), California Prop 65 (US), Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act (US), Fair Packaging and Labeling Act (US), California Green Chemistry regulations, EPA Safer Choice, etc.

• Manage workload, priority and performance of regulatory staff, in addition to providing development opportunities to build capability.

Comments/Special Instructions

This position is hybrid so the person must be local to Trumbull, CT. Wednesday and Thursday they will work in the Trumbull office. 3 days per week they will work from home Mon, Tues, Fri

Occasionally once a month travel to Stamford, CT office.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• Bachelors Degree in in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Engineering or related field preferred.
• Experience — 1-3 years experience in regulatory affairs field of Laundry and detergents or CPG products. Knowledge of federal and state statutes and regulations related to pesticide registration (required). Working knowledge of relevant federal and state regulatory programs (e.g., FIFRA, TSCA, Prop 65). (required)
• Skills — strong communication skills, ability to manage projects with cross functional teams, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), SAP experience helpful.
• Ability to manage multiple projects or relationships while effectively communicating status to senior staff. Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Are you ready to join Connecticut Innovation’s vibrant community of innovators? Connecticut Innovations (“CI”) is Connecticut’s strategic venture capital arm, and we are passionate about serving our portfolio of 220+ companies across various industries, with strengths in life sciences, technology, and climate tech.

Come join P2 Science, Home - P2 Science Inc. | The New Green Chemistry Company

About P2 Science

P2 Science is a green chemistry company that develops high-performance specialty ingredients from renewable feed stocks using its proprietary PICE® process. P2’s ingredients serve the personal care and fragrance markets, delivering performance and sustainability to global customers.

As P2 Science continues to expand its ingredient portfolio, we are seeking an experienced Process Chemist to support product development, piloting efforts, and the development of tech transfer packages for commercial production.

Position Overview

The Process Chemist will report directly to the Director of R&D Chemistry and will work in the P2 Process Lab that includes piloting and process optimization functions for transfer to Production. Responsibilities for this role will include planning experiments, operating the pilot reactors, and conducting downstream purification at the multi-kilo scale. The Process Chemist will also work on new process chemistry and reactor technology to advance next generation manufacturing technologies. All P2 employees must work in a safe and conscientious manner to ensure a healthy and productive work environment.

The ideal candidate possesses hands-on process chemistry experience, is comfortable working autonomously, and understands how to develop experimental protocols, operate advanced reactor technology, and maintain detailed records for production optimization.

Key Responsibilities

Process Development

• Work with the Director of R&D to perform all work safely and in accordance with all P2 EHS objectives
• Carry out continuous piloting campaigns on advanced reactor systems for process optimization and sample preparation
• Conduct basic maintenance on equipment and recommend design improvements
• Design experiments to advance optimization studies across all key variables, including safety, economics, and sustainability
• Work to optimize downstream purifications to optimize for yield, purity, and waste reduction
• Assist in the invention of development of next generation reactor technologies for biobased feedstocks

Tech Transfer

• Work with the Director of Chemistry to prepared tech packages based on experimental data to transfer to production at P2’s manufacturing location(s)
• Work with the Process Engineers and Operators to answer technical questions and assist in initial production campaigns
• Help troubleshoot any production challenges, should they arise

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with R&D to provide process feedback that informs new reaction development
• Maintain organized lab records and contribute to internal knowledge-sharing

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry/chemical engineering with 0-5 years of post-graduate process chemistry experience
• Solid knowledge/experience in chemistry and/or chemical engineering
• Be self-motivated, proactive and excited to make an impact on chemical process development
• Excellent oral/written communication and organizational skills are critical with a great attentiveness to detail, accuracy, and timelines.
• A commitment to excellence, maintaining detailed records and having superb data organization skills.
• Must have the abilities to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment and effectively communicate in written and oral forms.

Strongly Preferred

• The ideal candidate will have an extensive lab experience and/or industrial experience in chemical manufacturing setup
• The ideal candidate will have the solid knowledge of downstream purification skill, such as fractional distillation and crystallization.
• The ideal candidate will have the experience of working with common analytical techniques such as chromatography, spectroscopy, and Karl Fischer

What Success Looks Like in This Role

• The development of safe and innovative chemical process innovations that result in high performing, biobased consumer ingredients
• Cross-functional collaboration that leads to industry-changing inventions
• Customers view P2 as a solutions-oriented partner—not just an ingredient supplier
• Positive, collaborative team dynamic and fun work environment

Why Join P2 Science

• Work with proprietary, differentiated green chemistry
• High level of ownership and autonomy
• Direct impact on product development and commercial success
• Collaborative, fast-moving, and mission-driven team environment
• Opportunity to shape a technology pipeline from the ground up

Connecticut Innovations and its portfolio companies are equal opportunity employers. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.