Quality Assurance Manager

The Quality Assurance Manager will develop and employ continuous Lean improvement practices in conjunction

with quality improvement program initiatives. Participate in preparation and presentation of Lean practices

including value stream mapping, metric measurement, work cell development, continuous flow manufacturing,

etc. This position requires significant initiative and the ability to deliver results in an aerospace environment. The

successful candidate will be able to develop, implement, and achieve ambitious stretch goals in quality operations

and have a proven track record of developing talent in their direct and indirect reports. Develops a culture of

continuous improvement. The candidate will also build and grow a team that coordinates across internal groups

as well as provide support and guidance to external customers.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and execute Continuous Improvement of quality, safety, productivity, on time delivery and

inventory reduction in the factory.

• Able to interface with engineering and technical resources on existing and new product development,

related to PMA, TSO, TC and STC submissions.

• Promote understanding and focused application of lean tools/principles to ensure continuous

improvement.

• Expert in coaching direct and indirect reports to improve individual/team performance in a matrix

environment.

• Manage a high-performance work team comprised of quality engineering, test engineering, final and in

process inspection, receiving inspection and dotted line reporting of functional support resources.

• Implement necessary internal quality assurance systems and infrastructure.

• Provide technical and statistical expertise to teams.

• Identify root cause of quality problems in production and supply chain and reduce / eliminate them.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES (cont.)

• Provide support to all internal and external audits.

• Ability to work with teams and lead decision-making processes in a team environment.

• Decisive operations and continuous customer driven improvement leader who can act as a change agent

and can energize and empower others while offering inspired, focused leadership in difficult

circumstances.

• Excellent track record of customer relationship management.

• Verify Corrective Action Reports and Preventive Action Reports.

• Prepare and maintain all ISO9001 / AS9100 required documentation.

• Train organization on ISO9001 / AS9100 documented procedures.

• Represent company for customer and Regulatory quality audits.

• Review Software Codes and Verification of Test Experience preferred, but not mandatory.

• Prepare for and participate in Reviews of Engineering projects with Customers and Regulatory

Authorities.

• Audit and review the Engineering Documents through-out the Engineering development lifecycle.

Requirements:

• Continuous Improvement / RCCA Knowledge is mandatory requirement.

• Previous Aerospace/Defense experience is mandatory – with focus in Electronics, Avionics and Power

Distribution.

• Experience and Knowledge in AS9100 Requirements.

• Quality System Lead Auditor Experience.

• Expert knowledge of FAA QMS requirements.

• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.

• Excellent skills in MS Office Suite software.

• Software Development desired, but not mandatory.

• Bachelor’s Degree in a technical field.

• Minimum 5-7 years’ experience in the quality Assurance field as a Quality Manager or similar position

required.

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