Quality Control Team Leader

Staff Management Group•Somerville, NJ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Long-Term Staff Management Group is seeking a Quality Control Team Leader for our client in Somerville, NJ. This role is responsible for ensuring all frames, lenses, coatings, hinges, and packaging meet company quality standards and specifications. The QC Team Leader will work closely with Operations, Production, Warehouse, and Management teams to identify defects, support corrective actions, maintain quality documentation, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate is highly organized, quality-focused, and capable of leading by example in a fast-paced distribution and production environment.

Requirements

MUST be bilingual - English AND Spanish
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Data entry experience required
Basic computer proficiency required
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Ability to inspect eyewear components for defects, alignment, and compliance with specifications
Familiarity with quality control standards, inspection methods, and safety procedures
Ability to follow quality control plans, inspection checklists, and work instructions
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to communicate findings to production teams, opticians, supervisors, and management
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities

Nice To Haves

3+ years of experience in quality control, manufacturing, inspection, optical production, or warehouse operations
Experience working with eyewear, luxury goods, consumer products, or similar industries
Experience using Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word
Previous leadership or team lead experience

Responsibilities

Inspect eyewear frames according to established quality standards, specifications, and inspection procedures
Ensure quality control requirements are met for all Asian and Italian furnished products
Inspect eyewear components, including frames, lenses, coatings, hinges, and packaging for defects, alignment, finish quality, and compliance with specifications
Identify, document, and communicate quality issues and non-conforming products
Maintain accurate inspection records, defect logs, and quality documentation
Track and report quality trends, recurring defects, and inspection findings to management
Support root cause analysis investigations and corrective action initiatives
Ensure compliance with company quality standards, safety procedures, work instructions, and inspection guidelines
Assist with training team members on quality standards, inspection procedures, and best practices
Partner with Operations and Warehouse teams to resolve quality-related concerns
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
Support continuous improvement efforts to enhance product quality and operational efficiency