Manager of Quality Control

The Quality Control Manager manages the inspection areas such as Incoming Inspection, In-process Inspection, and Final Inspection. Supervises the inspection staff and oversees all operations related to the inspection areas. The role is the focal point for internal customers to ensure the incoming material and final products meet On-Time Delivery and Product Quality.

The QC Manager will design, develop, implement, and monitor quality systems that deliver products based on customers’ expectations.

The role interacts with different internal departments and is a key contributor to the success of the company operations by participating or proposing strategies that maximize throughput and eliminate non-value-added activities.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Develop, implement, and maintain quality control processes and systems

Responsible for Inspection KPIs assigned by management

Ensure the business remains compliant with ISO 9001, AS9100, customers, and/ or the government and regulatory (FAA / EASA) requirements

Manage all activities in Incoming Inspection, In-Process Inspection, and Final inspection

Monitor processes to identify areas for improvement

Train staff on quality control procedures and external/internal requirements

Collaborate with other managers/departments to ensure product is delivered on time

Ensure Inspection areas follow processes and best practices

Engage the concerned functions to solve problems or improve quality by adopting higher level expectations.

Apply educated Root Cause Corrective Action analysis to problem solving

Manage daily inspection priorities and allocation of staff depending on the business needs

Supervise inspectors and other staff members and provide guidance

Collaborate with Quality Engineering in the creation of inspection plans for raw materials, components, and assemblies from suppliers and monitor their compliance

Utilize Lean Principles to improve key KPIs/Processes such as On-Time Delivery and Product Quality

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations or related field of study
• 5+ years of progress Quality and/or Regulatory experience within the Aerospace industry
• 3+ years of experience working in a Management role
• Basic knowledge of budgetary process
• Strong understanding and experience with FAA Part 21 and FAA Part 145 is required
• Strong understanding of AS9100 requirements and/or FAA/EASA regulations
• Prior exposure to the manufacture of electronic components for Aerospace application
• Write and update standard operating procedures (SOP)
• Perform data collection and statically analysis on the data to drive decisions
• Strong attention to detail, observation, organizational, and leadership skills
• In-depth knowledge of Quality Improvement and Lean Manufacturing methodologies
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities

Benefits

The starting pay range for this position is $90,000 to $115,000 per year however, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location.