Manager, Quality Management System

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Manager, Quality Management System is responsible for ensuring QMS requirements across programs, functions and departments are in compliance. The role will also establish performance standards, procedures, and audit controls in order to meet business requirements

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead, conduct, and plan internal QMS audits for compliance to the AS9100 series of standards in support of the Quality Management System.

Drive Route Cause Corrective Actions (RCCA) from customers.

Plan and manage internal, supplier and third-party audits of quality systems, including shop floor audits.

Manage all Receiving Inspection Activities to ensure part conformity.

Ownership of the DSQR process.

Perform all formal responsibilities including audit planning, represent the site leadership, conducting opening & closing meetings and daily debriefs with management. Complete an audit report and issuing, review and approve formal corrective actions.

Serve as liaison and interface to the External Auditors during site audits.

Facilitate audit schedules, logistics, and closure of corrective actions.

Serve as liaison and interface during site certification and recertification audits.

Ensure corrective actions are effectively implemented and closed according to the schedule.

Manage and administer the Quality Management System in accordance with the Quality Manual, ISO 9001;2000 and AS9100 and other applicable standards and customer requirement

Provide guidance to all quality assurance functions, including the ongoing development of effective quality systems, establishing and implementing audit protocols, and ensuring compliance with ISO and API standards

Mentor, train and educate peers and employees with respect to the requirements of company quality systems

Compile information for, and lead Management Review Meetings

Provide assessment of the health of the QMS and recommendations for improvement

Other duties as assigned

HEALTH AND SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work in compliance with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), regulations, and internal health and safety policies and procedures

Help create a healthy work environment by not condoning, participating in or reporting, as you become aware, any harassment, discrimination, gossiping or unfair treatment of anyone

Report any defective equipment or protective device which could endanger someone

Report any contravention of the OHSA regulations, or company safety policies and procedures by another employee

DO NOT use or operate any equipment, machine, device or thing or otherwise work in a manner that may endanger anyone

DO NOT engage in any prank, contest, feat of strength, unnecessary running or rough and boisterous conduct

Know, understand and implement safe work practices and procedures

Know, understand and employ established rules and procedures for handling materials, equipment and processes (e.g. use proper lifting techniques, etc.)

Use equipment and materials only in the manner intended

Attend required safety training programs and apply knowledge gained from these training sessions

Work in compliance with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), regulations, and internal health and safety policies and procedures

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:

Certificate or degree in mechanical, manufacturing or process engineering.

Certified ISO2000/AS9100 auditor.

EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE:

Minimum 10+ years’ experience working in Quality Assurance in Manufacturing at the management level

Working experience in related field of Engineering

Working knowledge of AS9100 and related aerospace and/or nuclear quality standards

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Effective communication and report writing skills

Leadership in problem solving

Good negotiation skills with 8 customer-oriented attitude

Excellent analytical abilities to grasp the key points from complicated details

Ability to interact with customer on customer’s visit, document submission, and investigate problems

Good leadership capabilities to lead projects to successful completion

Basic knowledge of applicable software to infer statistical data

Familiarity with the tools, concepts and methodologies of quality management

***Only qualified candidates who meet all of the requirements will be contacted for interviews.

Salary Range: Up to $120k