Quality Manager

Industry: Aerospace/Defense

Position: Quality Manager

Location: Dayton, OH

Duration: On-going 

Frequency: Full-Time

Pay Range: $50-$55/hr

Job Description:

Highly skilled and experienced Quality Manager to lead our aerospace quality assurance team. Responsible for developing and implementing quality management systems, ensuring compliance with aerospace industry standards and regulations. The Quality Manager will oversee quality control processes, manage audits, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement in product quality and safety. 

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Quality Management Systems: Develop, implement, and maintain aerospace-specific quality management systems, ensuring adherence to industry standards such as AS9100.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with aerospace regulations, customer requirements, and relevant quality standards.
• Audits and Inspections: Plan and conduct internal and external audits to assess compliance and identify areas for improvement. Collaborate with regulatory authorities and customer representatives during audits and inspections.
• Quality Control: Oversee and improve quality control processes, including inspection, testing, and documentation, to ensure the production of high-quality aerospace components.
• Customer Relations: Act as a liaison between the organization and customers on quality-related matters, addressing inquiries and ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Customer Quality Release: Manage team to uphold certified GE DSQR and Rolls-Royce SABRe 4 DQR on staff or other self-release approvals required by the customer base.
• Supplier Quality Management: Collaborate with suppliers to establish and maintain robust quality standards for incoming materials and components.
• Root Cause Analysis: Lead investigations into quality issues, conducting root cause analysis, and implementing corrective and preventive actions.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance overall product quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Training and Development: Provide training to employees on quality standards, processes, and industry regulations.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate and up-to-date quality documentation, reports, and records.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• In Depth knowledge of ISO 9001:2015, AS 9100D and AS13100.
• Knowledge in statistical process control concepts such as variation, stability, and process capability.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and quality control process.
• Experience in the metal cutting and fabrication industry preferred.
• Certified Quality Manager (CQM) or similar certifications are a plus.
• Computer skills: Microsoft Office, Minitab, PC-DMIS, MeasurLink, Unipoint Quality modules, Job Boss ERP.
• Effective and professional communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Detail oriented and ability to multitask.
• Time management skills. Ability to prioritize and work under strict timelines.
• Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
• Researching standards for quality provisions.
• PFMEA, PPAP, APQP, MSA, Control Plans etc.
• Six Sigma experience and/or ASQ CQE preferred.
• Background in defense, aerospace, or automotive industries.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Quality Management or related field
• Minimum 5 years of work experience in Quality Management within a manufacturing environment.
• GE DSQR and Rolls-Royce SABRe 4 DQR.

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, political affiliation, marital status, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Verify, Inc. will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.”