Engineering Jobs in Unionville, CT

Bauer is seeking a Buyer to support procurement, supplier coordination, and material availability for our FAA Part 145 aerospace MRO operation. This role is responsible for sourcing and purchasing aircraft engine accessory parts, repair services, and special process services necessary to support component teardown, repair, overhaul, and return-to-service activities. The Buyer will work closely with Quality, Engineering, and Shop Operations to ensure timely material availability while maintaining full FAA-compliant traceability and documentation. The successful candidate will support supplier management, coordinate repair and exchange transactions, and ensure material flow aligns with production schedules and turnaround time commitments.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Material Sourcing

• Source and purchase aircraft engine accessory parts, rotables, and consumables required for component repair and overhaul
• Obtain quotations, negotiate pricing and delivery terms, and issue purchase orders
• Support sourcing of OEM, PMA, DER-approved, and aftermarket components where applicable
• Monitor open purchase orders to ensure timely delivery and resolve supplier delays
• Coordinate repair, exchange, and replacement transactions with external suppliers and service providers

Supplier Coordination & Special Process Support

• Work with approved vendors providing special processes such as NDT, plating, heat treat, and other subcontracted repair services
• Assist with supplier communication regarding turnaround times, pricing, and technical requirements
• Support supplier performance monitoring and corrective action activities when issues arise
• Maintain accurate supplier records and documentation supporting traceability and compliance

Material Planning & Inventory Support

• Coordinate material procurement in support of teardown findings, repair routing requirements, and production schedules
• Support forecasting and planning for replacement parts and rotables required for repair operations
• Assist with inventory management activities including stock replenishment and reorder levels
• Work with operations and inspection personnel to ensure materials are available when required for production

Receiving Documentation & Regulatory Compliance

• Support FAA-compliant receiving documentation review, including validation of:
• FAA Form 8130-3
• EASA Form 1
• Certificate of Conformance
• traceability documentation
• Ensure all purchased materials meet regulatory and quality requirements prior to acceptance
• Maintain documentation records supporting full traceability for FAA and customer audits

Logistics & Material Movement

• Coordinate shipment of parts to suppliers for repair or processing
• Arrange inbound and outbound shipments including domestic and international logistics where applicable
• Support proper handling, packaging, and documentation of aircraft components and materials

Preferred Qualifications

Education & Credentials

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Aviation Management, Business, or related field preferred
• APICS / CPIM certification a plus

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of procurement or supply chain experience in aerospace, aviation MRO, or aerospace manufacturing
• Experience sourcing aircraft components, repair services, or aviation materials
• Familiarity with FAA traceability requirements and aircraft documentation standards
• Exposure to engine accessory components or turbine engine support environments

Systems & Technical Skills

• ERP experience (Quantum, SAP, Oracle, or similar)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Experience using aviation aftermarket marketplaces (ILS, PartsBase, OEM portals)
• Working knowledge of FAA documentation and traceability requirements

Core Competencies

• Strong supplier coordination and procurement skills
• Ability to manage multiple purchase orders and supplier communications simultaneously
• Attention to detail in reviewing documentation and traceability
• Strong collaboration with Quality, Engineering, and Operations teams
• Organized and responsive in a fast-paced MRO environment
• Ability to balance cost, availability, and turnaround time requirements

Additional Requirements

• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Must be a “U.S. Person” per ITAR requirements
• Enrollment in FAA-compliant Drug & Alcohol Program required
• Must pass DOT-compliant pre-employment drug screen and background check
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs; some standing, walking, and bending required

Job ID: 521499

CRH's Americas Materials division is the leading integrated supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mixed concrete and paving and construction services in North America. Our operations span North America with over 29,000 employees at close to 1,660 locations in 45 US States and 2 Canadian provinces.

The Liquid Asphalt Manager will oversee the operations and logistics of the AMAT Northeast Division Liquid Asphalt Business. Primary responsibilities include coordinating the regional liquid asphalt supply chain, terminal management/oversight and supply/demand forecasting. This role is responsible for ensuring reliable, cost-effective delivery of liquid asphalt products from supply point to internal HMA plants while maintaining AMAT’s high standards of quality, safety, and compliance. The position involves significant engagement & communication with internal liquid asphalt stakeholders, managing external vendors, coordinating internal forecasts, and optimizing logistics to support operational and commercial goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations and supply logistics for the company’s liquid asphalt terminals (owned and leased), including receipt, storage, blending (as applicable), and dispatch of liquid asphalt products.
• Oversee and coordinate third-party truck haulers, including carrier selection, performance monitoring, contract compliance, cost control, and resolution of delivery issues to ensure timely and safe transportation.
• Manage relationships and supply agreements with additive supply companies (e.g., warm mix additives, antistrips, and other additives), including ordering, inventory tracking, delivery scheduling, and vendor performance evaluation to support product blending and quality requirements.
• Responsible for ensuring specification compliance for all products shipped from owned and third-party terminals, to include sampling, lab & testing coordination, and issue resolution with Agencies/DOT’s and the internal HMA business. The NE Liquid Manager will work directly with the AMAT VP Liquid Asphalt to determine incoming supply quality requirements and the implementation of any blending or corrective actions required to ensure product quality and customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate internally with key individuals at AMAT operating companies, including sales teams, accounting groups, and HMA production stakeholders to develop accurate demand forecasts, supply plans , and inventory control and management strategies taking into consideration terminal capacity and working capital requirements.
• Monitor logistics costs, terminal performance metrics, and supply chain risks; identify opportunities for optimization, cost savings, and process improvements.
• Ensure all activities comply with safety regulations (OSHA, EPA, etc.), environmental standards, and company policies; promote a strong safety culture across terminals and haulers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with terminal operators, vendors, haulers, and internal teams to support seamless operations. Engage and collaborate with other members of the AMAT Liquid Asphalt business to identify safety concerns and implement resolutions, problem solve and implement best practices in your area.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Proven experience in logistics, supply chain management, or terminal operations, preferably in the asphalt, petroleum, liquid bulk, or related industries (e.g., fuel, chemicals, or aggregates).
• Strong relationship management skills with the ability to negotiate, influence, and maintain positive partnerships with third-party haulers, additive suppliers, terminal operators, and internal stakeholders.
• Entrepreneurial mindset coupled with a teamwork approach — engaged and communicative, proactive, resourceful, and capable of identifying opportunities, driving initiatives, and adapting to dynamic market conditions with a results-oriented approach.
• Ability to troubleshoot issues and understand maintenance needs. Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, including pumps, valves, heaters, pipelines, tanks, blending equipment, and related terminal infrastructure preferred
• Solid understanding of quality control processes, product specifications, and testing protocols for liquid asphalt or similar products.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills; proficiency in forecasting, inventory management, and cost analysis.
• Effective communication and leadership abilities to coordinate cross-functional teams and external partners.
• Willingness and ability to travel regionally (US & Canada) as needed to engage with internal stakeholders and facilities, terminals and vendor sites; flexibility for seasonal demands (e.g., extended hours during peak paving season). Occasional long-distance travel for internal meetings, industry conferences, etc.
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, engineering, business, or a related field preferred; equivalent industry experience considered.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

CRH Americas Materials Inc. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Workign knowledge on VTL and Horizontal lathes. Troubleshoot machinery and programming issues to exceed production goals. Adjust offsets daily based on work orders and changing production needs. Monitor and adjust processes or equipment to improve quality and productivity.

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• Minimum 5 years of experience in set up of CNC vertical and horizontal Lathes.
  
• Must have knowledge in the use of precision measuring equipment and thickness gage instruments and their applications.
  
• A strong understanding in blueprint reading and geometric tolerancing interpretation.
  
• Intermediate knowledge of cutting tools, boring bars, inserts and tool holding devices associated with their function.
  
• The ability to follow planning and written instructions is a must.
  
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  
• Must be able to adapt to changing work environment and have the ability to deal with frequent change and delays and or unexpected events.
  
• Must be willing to work flexible shifts and changing work schedules.
  
• Must have sufficient math skills that include the use of adding, subtracting, multiplication geometry, algebra required for fabrication of critical Aerospace components.
  
• CNC programming skills is a plus.
  
• Past experience with G & L or other VTL lathes.
  
• Must have experience with Fanuc controls.
  
• Must be flexible enough to perform duties as required by Management.
  

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• Support operators on adjoining shifts with the loading and unloading of parts and fixtures to ensure a smooth transition of work and their instructions.
  
• Responsible for the setting of tool, offsets, simple edits as instructed by the programmer.
  
• Responsible for detecting and reporting of equipment malfunctions and possible out of tolerance conditions before they happen.
  
• Responsible for communication between departments ie, Quality, Production Control, to help resolve any Quality and or Programming concerns.
  
• Responsible for daily P.M. of machines to make sure machines being operated are in good working order.
  
• Responsible for maintaining clean and organized work area.
  
• Required to comply with company policies and procedures as well as all state and federal regulations.
  

This position is currently accepting applications.

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Job Title: Distribution and Marketing Data Product Manager

Division: Beazley Shared Services - Data Management

Location: Multiple Locations, US

Hybrid Role

Reports To: Head of Data Products

Key Relationships: Chief Data Office, Data Leadership Team, Data Owners, Distribution and Marketing, CRM, Data Governance and Quality, Data Stewards, Data Architects, Delivery Team members, Technology Team, Finance, Underwriting, Operations and other Business Stakeholders

Beazley:

Beazley is a global specialist insurance company with over 30 years' experience helping people,

communities, and businesses to manage risk all around the world. Our products are wide ranging from cyber & tech to marine, healthcare, financial institutions, and contingency, covering risks like the weather, film production or protection from deadly weapons.

We are a flexible and innovative employer offering a friendly, collaborative, diverse and inclusive work environment. We encourage applications from all backgrounds. Collaboration in office spaces is important and we use a hybrid approach with a minimum of 2 days in the office per week.

We have a wonderful mix of cultures, experiences, and backgrounds at Beazley with over 1500 of us working around the world. Employee's diversity, experience and passion allow us to keep innovating and moving forward, delivering the best. We hire people with wide perspectives, and we have set bold diversity targets as we work towards excellence.

Data @ Beazley:

Our Data team supports Beazley's vision by...

* Being bold through pioneering & championing an exciting vision of how people interact with data

* Facilitating innovation by leading the pace of change in data & analytics, and facilitating the latest capabilities and innovative technologies

* Doing the right thing by providing a controlled working data environment that allows all business domains to thrive independently

* Being the single source of truth for enterprise-wide reporting metrics and KPIs

Our Data team is located at multiple offices across UK, Europe and the US. The specified home office location options provide the best balance for being co-located with key Data Office colleagues and business stakeholders.

The Role:

Data is one of Beazley's greatest assets and this roles is critical to supporting our Distribution and Marketing insights, which includes Customer, Broker and Marketing data. We're seeking a strategic and technically savvy Data Product Manager to lead the strategy, development and evolution of data products and insights that empower our distribution and marketing teams. This role is critical to aligning our data, unlocking insights, and informing growth opportunities across our specialty portfolio. In this role, you will also work to mature data literacy and capabilities as Beazley undertakes a significant investment in modernization, enabling you to embed a culture of data excellence and innovation in our delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with the global Distribution and Marketing team to understand, prioritize and develop data products and insights that support their business strategy.

• Build and own a roadmap to provide regular updates on delivery commitments for data products, insights, enhancements and queries.

• Manage stakeholder relationships to support the growth strategy for Beazley customers, brokers, teams and products.

• Produce insights and key data trendsthat highlight business performance, RoI, efficiencies and game-changing growth opportunities.

• Inspire the adoption and use of insights to drive decisions in investment and operations that improve efficiency and drive growth by leading demonstrations and hands on training sessions.

• Lead a team of Product Owners, Product Analysts, Business Analysts and a development team to deliver and maintain data products and insights; maintaining a backlog of work within Jira.

• Represent the business in data governance discussions, escalating issues as appropriate.

• Ensure that data product development considers policy, methodology and standards, and ensure these are adhered to during product development.

• Evaluate the performance of your data product portfolio against KPIs defined by the business and provide feedback on the value delivered.

• Proactively anticipate business needs and look for opportunities to bring innovation or new approaches into the user design, experience, product development and insights.

• Relentlessly focus on the Distribution and Marketing team as a customer, delivering high quality data and insights that are clear and inspire action.

• Partner with the Data Governance Group and CRM solution team (Customer Relationship Management) to drive improvements in our Customer and Broker data quality through MDM and other tools.

• Provide leadership, direction, development and support to direct reports (including off-shore resources).

Essential Criteria:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Data Science, Computer Science, Economics, Statistics or related field; Master's degree preferred

• Proven experience in data product management, marketing analytics or distribution strategy, preferably in insurance or financial services

• Experience working with data, building data models, and sharing insights

Skills and Abilities:

• Strategic and curious with the ability to design and develop data and insights that support our Distribution and Marketing team's goals, planning, performance and incentives that drive growth

• Understand the specialty insurance market, customer segmentation and distribution channels, with experience in North America, Lloyd's, Retail and Wholesale markets preferred

• Ability to lead workshops that help your stakeholders identify data needs and articulate their desired user experience, with the ability to build dashboards preferred

• Strong organization and communication skills with the ability to direct work, document requirements and present demos

• Advanced technical skills with the ability to dive into the data, identify anomalies, and provide high quality, trusted data

• Understanding of Specialty Insurance principles and key drivers to create opportunities, loyalty and growth

Knowledge and Experience:

• Experience in Data Products, Data Analytics, Data Science, Statistics, Economics or related fields in Insurance, Financial or sales organizations preferred

• Strong understanding of MDM and CRM systems and their use with Customer and Broker data

• Proficiency in data visualization (Power BI), analytics platform (Snowflake), dashboard design and data storytelling

• Experience working with insurance data, and in particular a strong understanding of pipeline intelligence for sales growth/ targeting and performance

• Ability to use predictive modeling to drive an understanding of performance, customer behavior, and prospective renewals/ growth to help the Distribution Sales team focus on the best opportunities

• Experience managing relationships and teams of stakeholders, business analysts, data analysts, data architects, data modelers, data engineers and testers using agile processes

• Skills in data engineering technologies like Kafka, Snowflake / Snowpark, DataBricks, Jira and Agile principles

• Experience in managing and manipulating large internal and external datasets

• Knowledge of relational and dimensional database structures, theories, principles, and practices

• Driven and proven team player with ability to work with all levels in a highly intellectual, collaborative, and fast paced environment

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to tailor them appropriately for different audiences, technical backgrounds, and seniority

Who We Are:

Beazley is a specialist insurance company with over 30 years' experience helping people, communities and businesses to manage risk all around the world. Our mission is to inspire our clients and people with the confidence and freedom to explore, create and build - to enable businesses to thrive. Our clients want to live and work freely and fully, knowing they are benefitting from the most advanced thinking in the insurance market. Our goal is to become the highest performing sustainable specialist insurer.

Our products are wide ranging, from cyber & tech insurance to marine, healthcare, financial institutions and contingency; covering risks such as the weather, film production or protection from deadly weapons.

Our Culture

We have a wonderful mix of cultures, experiences, and backgrounds at Beazley with over 2,000 of us working around the world. Employee's diversity, experience and passion allow us to keep innovating and moving forward, delivering the best. We are proud of our family-feel culture at Beazley that empowers our staff to work from when and where they want, in an adult environment that is big on collaboration, diversity of thought and personal accountability. Our three core values inspire the way we work and how we treat our people and customers.

• Be bold
• Strive for better
• Do the right thing

Upholding these values every day has enabled us to become an innovative and responsive organization in touch with the changing world around us - our ambitious inclusion & diversity and sustainability targets are testament to this.

We are a flexible and innovative employer offering a friendly, collaborative, and inclusive working environment. We actively encourage and expect applications from all backgrounds. Our commitment to fostering a supportive and dynamic workplace ensures that every employee can thrive and contribute to our collective success.

Explore a variety of networks to assist with professional and/or personal development. Our Employee Networks include:

• Beazley RACE - Including, understanding and celebrating People of Colour
• Beazley SHE - Successful, High potential, Empowered women in insurance
• Beazley Proud - Our global LGBTQ+ community
• Beazley Wellbeing - Supporting employees with their mental wellbeing
• Beazley Families - Supporting families and parents-to-be

We encourage internal career progression at Beazley, giving you all the tools you need to drive your own career here, such as:

• Internal Pathways (helping you grow into an underwriting role)
• iLearn (our own learning & development platform)
• LinkedIn Learning
• Mentorship program
• External qualification sponsorship
• Continuing education and tuition reimbursement
• Secondment assignments

The Rewards

• The opportunity to connect and build long-lasting professional relationships while advancing your career with a growing, dynamic organization
• Attractive base compensation and discretionary performance related bonus
• Competitively priced medical, dental and vision insurance
• Company paid life, and short- and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with 5% company match and immediate vesting
• 22 days PTO (prorated for 1st calendar year of employment), 11 paid holidays per year, with the ability to flex the religious bank holidays to suit your religious beliefs
• Up to $700 reimbursement for home office setup
• Free in-office lunch, travel reimbursement for travel to office, and monthly lifestyle allowance
• Up to 26 weeks of fully paid parental leave
• Up to 2.5 days paid annually for volunteering at a charity of your choice
• Flexible working policy, trusting our employees to do what works best for them and their teams

Salary for this role will be tailored to the successful individual's location and experience. The expected compensation range for this position is $130,000-$150,000 per year plus discretionary annual bonus.

Don't meet all the requirements? At Beazley we're committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly align with every requirement and qualification in the job specification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be the right candidate for this, or one of our other roles.

We are an equal opportunities employer and as such, we will make reasonable adjustments to our selection process for candidates that indicate that, owing to disability, our arrangements might otherwise disadvantage them. If you have a disability, including dyslexia or other non-visible ones, which you believe may affect your performance in selection, please advise us in good time and we'll make reasonable adjustments to our processes for you.

Sets-up and operates CNC Swiss Machines to produce highly precision component parts that meet all quality standards. Must be able to work independently and provide training/guidance to others.

At HORST we offer a variety of benefits including but not limited to:

• Competitive PTO PackagePaid Company Holidays401K Match ProgramMedical, Dental, Vision BenefitsTuition Reimbursement/Assistance Program

Major Areas of Responsibility:

Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent. Technical school training a plus.
• 7 years of set-up experience minimum required
• Experience with aerospace products and/or other close tolerance parts is a plus.
• Must be familiar with Fanuc and/or Mitsubishi Controls
• Must be able to set and change tools.
• Must be able to use standard gauges and inspection techniques.
• Experience with SPC, inspection documentation, and problem solving is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and analytical skills.
• Must be able to read and write comments, understand operation sheets/blueprints, specifications, and all applicable company/customer paperwork.
• Must be able to read CNC programs.
• Five plus years of increasingly diverse experience in a machine shop or CNC machining environment

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to push/pull/carry up to 50 lbs.
• Able to stand for up to 8+ hours.

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Job Summary:

The 2nd Shift Production Supervisor leads a multi-department team of CNC Operators and Set-Up Operators, in a high mix / low volume aerospace component manufacturing environment. This role is expected to balance expertise in set-up and operation of CNC machining for precision tolerance components, along with strong interpersonal skills to motivate the team to work toward common goals and objectives. Key responsibilities include managing the day-to-day priorities for multiple departments, cross-training staff on best practices to meet set-up and production run-times, optimizing processes through the elimination of waste, and leading lean continuous improvement initiatives. As a working supervisor, this role is expected to run production jobs and provide the necessary supervisory management to a small 2nd shift team.

This role is 100% in office at our plant in East Hartford, CT.

At HORST we offer a variety of benefits including but not limited to:

• Competitive PTO Package
• Paid Company Holidays
• 401K Match Program
• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance Program

Essential Job Duties:

• Conduct security, quality and EH&S audits to ensure the safety of employees on the second shift, and compliance with company and customer policies.
• Coordinate time-off requests, with attention to skills matrix, to ensure adequate staffing level across all disciplines of machine centers to meet production needs.
• Motivate team to meet daily, weekly and monthly goals and objectives. Identify waste and non-value-added tasks that interfere with objectives.
• Routinely measure, monitor, and publish the performance of all individuals on the team. Compare results against department standards. Complete periodic performance evaluations, and correct any issues in real time as needed, up to and including, disciplinary actions if needed.
• Host a daily GEMBA walk and serve as the primary conduit for all communications between operators and cross functional teams. Attend production meetings, and quality clinic/MRB meetings as needed. Collaborate with engineering, purchasing, production and sales teams to drive open issues to rapid closure.
• Partner with production control to stage daily and weekly priorities. Ensure jobs are completed on time, and productivity is sustained. Expedite jobs as necessary.
• Set-up and operate CNC machines according to operation sheet instructions. Provide technical support for team.
• Maintain ERP data integrity ensuring job punches match traveler package. Report any discrepancies that could impact job quantity or delivery.
• Develop and author standard work for the operation of production equipment. Coach and train teammates in best practices, enforcing safety, departmental and QMS polices, with the goal of process improvement, reduction in set up time, faster productivity rates, and improved quality.

Experience & Skills:

• Minimum of 10 years progressive career in the manufacturing of precision machined components in a regulated industry such as aerospace or medical. Previous experience in a high mix, low volume shop with an emphasis on lean manufacturing preferred.
• Working knowledge of ISO/AS quality standards, basic OSHA/EHS safety regulations, and a commitment to adherence of company policies.
• Advanced or expert machining skills in 1 or more disciplines. Swiss lathe, multi-axis turning, turning, milling, or grinding. Must be able to independently set-up and operate CNC equipment and provide the necessary training to others on shift.
• Experience leading and managing a small team toward common goals. An effective communicator that can build rapport with a diverse team. Previous team lead experience preferred.
• A willingness to take accountability for self and team, driving and inheriting the collective results of a department or team.
• High degree of urgency to drive operations at full speed. Keen sense of attention to detail to understand how to work with pace, not haste, avoiding careless mistakes.
• Strong understanding of operational metrics such as first past yield, efficiency, WIP aging, on-time-delivery, job cost, scrap rate, etc.
• Strong computer skills especially related to navigating ERP systems, job clocking systems, CAD/CAM software, and Microsoft products such Outlooks, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. Previous experience with EPICOR a plus.

Physical Demands:

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Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0-2.5 hours/day)

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Position requires this activity up to 66% of the time (2.5-5.5 hours/day)

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Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hours/day)

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At HORST we offer a variety of benefits including but not limited to:

• Competitive PTO PackagePaid Company Holidays401K Match ProgramMedical, Dental, Vision BenefitsTuition Reimbursement/Assistance Program

Major Areas of Responsibility:

Requirements:

Physical Requirements:

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Title: New Product Introduction Engineer

Job Summary:

The incumbent will be responsible for project management from development through production launch for new products.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with customers, marketing, sales, manufacturing, engineering, and quality engineering to shepherd new programs from concept development to commercial launch.
• Position serves in a results-driven environment and requires a team-oriented individual.
• Develop project and manufacturing costs to support sales and marketing in business case development and program justification.
• Ability to understand customer requirements and translate those requirements into a manufacturable product design.
• Establish engineering / scientific objectives for projects.
• Coordinate tooling design, fabrication, start-up, and production ramp-up then turn over to manufacturing for new programs.
• Finalize specifications, designs, and contract reviews for specific market responsibilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects at one time to agreed timelines and budgets.
• Independently plan and execute projects – i.e., program management
• Evaluated based on execution to the project timeline.
• Evaluated based on customer satisfaction.
• Evaluated on the successful launch of products to production.

The expectations for managing the programs are:

• Manage the phase gate process from purchase order receipt, through development and production release.
• Assemble a multi-disciplinary team (assigned by department managers) to execute project activities.
• Hold a kick-off meeting to launch the project.
• Create and maintain a project Gantt chart for schedule and critical deliverables.
• Hold review meetings as programs progress towards production.
• Participate in technical meetings.
• Manage customer meetings.
• Manage suppliers in the development phase.
• Generate presentations on project status.
• Mange the hand off of a project to production and the production sign-off of a project
• Participate with the team in a “hands on” manner: assist in writing / review of documents, assist with taking product samples, machine operation, manufacturing process review, and physical review of product quality.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, product realization, or an applied industrial environment.
• Experience with automotive, aerospace, or medical manufacturing and quality systems desired. Proficiency in reading engineering prints along with an understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Skilled in utilizing spreadsheets for calculations, task management, and documentation.
• Manage team priorities and open tasks.
• Able to lead team meetings.

Experience & Education Requirements:

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or ten years of experience in manufacturing and program management.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.

Job Title: Quality Manager

Location: Fully Onsite in Farmington CT

Type: Direct Hire

Salary: $160-180K DOE Plus Bonus and Excellent Benefits

Summary

The Quality Manager leads the Quality organization across multiple facilities to ensure best-in-class performance, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence. This role is responsible for the oversight and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring alignment with customer, FAA, industry, and company requirements.

Partnering closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Leadership, the Quality Manager establishes and maintains quality processes, standards, and controls that support production and drive defect prevention, risk mitigation, and cost-of-quality reduction. The role also ensures audit readiness, contract review compliance, and the development of a strong quality culture through effective training, performance management, and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

Quality Management System (QMS) Ownership & Governance

• Serve as the management representative responsible for ensuring the Quality Management System (QMS) is established, implemented, maintained, and reported in accordance with applicable standards and customer requirements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), program instructions, and quality processes.
• Proactively design and maintain robust systems to control all factors that may impact product or service quality.
• Maintain required records and documentation to ensure effective operational control and regulatory compliance.
• Recommend and communicate organizational policies and procedures aligned with industry best practices.

Quality Leadership & Operational Oversight

• Direct and manage quality team functions including inspection, material review board (MRB), final inspection, and related quality activities to support production.
• Provide technical oversight and leadership to manufacturing and engineering teams on quality initiatives.
• Interface with production personnel to address quality matters and ensure customer and compliance requirements are consistently met.
• Identify and promote cross-training opportunities to strengthen team capability and performance.
• Balance compliance requirements with operational and business objectives to support overall company performance.

Compliance, Audit & Risk Management

• Act as the primary point of contact for internal and external audits, including audit preparation, execution, and corrective action follow-up.
• Ensure compliance with customer, regulatory, and industry standards.
• Promote safe work practices and ensure adherence to OSHA, environmental, and health and safety regulations.

Customer & Contract Review

• Conduct technical reviews of customer contracts, specifications, and data packages to ensure quality and inspection requirements are clearly defined and achievable.
• Provide input on inspection methods and acceptance criteria.
• Communicate program status, risks, issues, and quality performance to leadership and key stakeholders.

Data Analysis & Continuous Improvement

• Analyze quality and operational data to assess performance, identify trends, and drive corrective and preventive actions.
• Lead and participate in Kaizen and Lean improvement initiatives to enhance quality, efficiency, and effectiveness.

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform other duties within the scope and skill level of the role to support departmental and organizational objectives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or related technical discipline.
• Minimum 8+ years of progressive experience in quality and/or manufacturing engineering within a regulated industry, including aerospace.
• Minimum 5+ years of leadership experience managing quality teams (inspection, MRB, final inspection, etc.).
• Demonstrated ownership of a Quality Management System (QMS), including implementation, maintenance, and reporting.
• Experience supporting or leading compliance to one or more of the following standards: AS9100, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, NADCAP, PPAP, FAA regulations.
• Proven experience leading internal and external audits, including corrective action development and closure.
• Strong background in contract review, technical specification interpretation, and inspection method development.
• Experience leading structured continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or similar methodologies).
• Strong analytical capability with demonstrated ability to interpret data, identify trends, mitigate risk, and drive corrective/preventive actions.
• Working knowledge of NDT processes, mechanical testing methods, calibration systems, and supplier quality controls.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and manufacturing ERP systems (JobBOSS or similar).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly communicate risks, performance metrics, and program status to leadership and customers.
• Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional teams, balance compliance with operational objectives, and lead without direct authority.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or Business-related discipline.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent certification.
• Extensive hands-on experience managing AS9100-certified QMS within aerospace manufacturing.
• Experience interacting directly with customers and regulatory bodies during audits and corrective action processes.
• Experience scaling quality systems to support growth, new contracts, or new product introduction.