Compliance Manager- Manufacturing

Compliance Manager – Manufacturing Location: Watertown, MA Compensation: $110,000–$160,000 annually, based on experience Job Type: Full-time, on-site Our client, an established precision manufacturing organization, is seeking a Compliance Manager to oversee its quality management system, maintain certification readiness, and ensure teams consistently follow documented procedures and applicable industry requirements. This is a process- and compliance-focused position centered on ISO standards, audits, CAPA, document control, training records, and continuous improvement. It is separate from the hands-on Quality Manager position responsible for dimensional inspection and product quality. Candidates must live within approximately 30–40 miles of Watertown. Compensation $110,000–$160,000 annual salary, based on experience Comprehensive benefits package Flexible scheduling options Responsibilities Maintain compliance with ISO 13485 and ISO 9001 requirements Keep the organization prepared for certification, customer, and regulatory audits Plan and coordinate internal and external audit activities Document audit findings and ensure corrective actions are completed on time Manage the quality management system and its supporting procedures Oversee document control, including revisions, approvals, distribution, and retention Lead CAPA activities involving investigations, root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and effectiveness reviews Ensure employee training records and required compliance documentation remain accurate and current Verify that nonconforming material, equipment maintenance, and other controlled records are complete Partner with production, engineering, maintenance, and leadership to improve procedures and process controls Identify compliance risks and recommend corrective or preventive measures Help employees understand and consistently follow documented processes Support workplace safety procedures, required training, and related documentation Monitor compliance performance and recommend continuous-improvement initiatives Communicate requirements clearly across departments and provide guidance when questions arise Qualifications Manufacturing experience with direct responsibility for a quality management system Strong working knowledge of ISO 13485 and ISO 9001 Experience preparing for and participating in internal and external audits Hands-on experience with CAPA, document control, controlled records, and training documentation Experience developing, implementing, and improving procedures and process controls Understanding of root-cause analysis and continuous-improvement methods Ability to translate compliance requirements into practical manufacturing procedures Strong organizational, communication, documentation, and follow-through skills Ability to collaborate effectively across production, engineering, maintenance, and management Engineering, manufacturing, quality, or related degree preferred; equivalent professional experience will be considered Preferred Experience Medical-device, aerospace, defense, semiconductor, or other regulated manufacturing experience Experience working with certification bodies, customer auditors, or regulatory representatives Quality-system compliance experience within a precision CNC or machine-shop environment Internal-auditor, lead-auditor, or other relevant compliance certification Benefits Medical insurance Dental insurance Life insurance 401(k) Retirement plan Employee discounts Flexible schedule #J-18808-Ljbffr Crawford Thomas LLC