Quality Manager

SUMMARY:

As our Quality Manager you will oversee 3 inspectors and 1 quality engineer in an Aerospace Avionics Company. You will be responsible for the quality management systems under AS9100, CFR 14 part 145, and FAA Part 21 standards. We are already AS9100D, part 21, and Part145 Certified.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, review and update QMS procedures and internal work instructions
• Participate in the supplier evaluation process and supplier performance management
• Train new employees on QMS requirements and inspection plans
• Schedule, maintain and conduct Internal Audits to support QMS
• Participates in the Material Review Board, Corrective Action Board, and Engineering Change Control Board
• Drive root cause analysis for corrective action process, implement corrective action, and verify effectiveness of corrective action
• Monitor In-Process inspection, First Piece Inspection and First Article Inspection
• Coordinate Organizational Performance metrics and Quality Objectives
• Document, track, and report performance metrics to top management
• Review and approve Engineering Changes, Work Instructions prior to releasing to production
• Participate in Management Review Meetings
• Participate in the supplier selection and approval process.
• Participate in production initiatives and have hands-on knowledge for improvement efforts

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• 2 years of Experience as a Quality Manager or equivalent.
• In depth understanding of AS9100/ISO9001 Standards
• Strong familiarity with Part 21 and Part 145

PERFORMANCE ATTRIBUTES & COMPETENCIES:

Leadership

• Vision & Strategic Thinking: Clear vision for the possible…thinks ahead about outcomes.
• Energy: Exhibits strong desire to achieve success.
• Problem-Solver: Objectively and logically recognizes and solves problems.

Interpersonal & Teamwork

• Team Player: Reaches out to overcome walls; overcomes "we-they" relationships; approachable and earns respect for focus on "company" interests.
• Communication: Speaks confidently and effectively in one-on-one, team and public settings; writes clearly and concisely.
• Persuasive: Exhibits persuasiveness in change situations and effectively finds win-win solutions.

Personal & Intellectual

• Integrity: Sets example; doesn't ethically cut corners; earns trust and respect.
• Intelligence: A "quick study" demonstrates ability to absorb new information rapidly.
• Leading-Edge: Constantly looking for best practice benchmarks.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

The applicant must be able to read, write, and understand English fluently.  Qualified candidates should be able to speak effectively to customers about company products and how they perform. The applicant must possess the ability to write routine reports, correspondences, procedures, and work instructions.

OTHER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

Candidates must have a strong command of computer desktop tools such as MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) to assist in completing essential duties. Effectively demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills. Syteline experience is preferred but not required.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the education, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the person is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, reach with arms and hands, climb stairs, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk or hear.  The person must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30lbs. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an Associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  The Associate should be able to see, hear and understand speech, communicate, lift computer equipment, supplies and materials, use office equipment and computers.  If requested by an applicant or employee, we may provide reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties required of personnel so classified. We have the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the person is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time and an air-conditioned and heated office.  The noise level is occasionally high.

FreeFlight Systems is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal or state law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.