Designated Quality Representative (DQR)

Product and Process Verification

• Verify compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, standards, and customer requirements.
• Conduct source inspections of products, assemblies, and components at our facilities.
• Review manufacturing and inspection records for completeness and accuracy.
• Witness critical manufacturing, assembly, and testing activities as required.
• Approve or reject products based on established quality criteria.

Documentation Review

• Review First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs), Certificates of Conformance (CoCs), and inspection records.
• Validate traceability documentation and material certifications.
• Ensure all required quality documentation is complete and compliant before product release.
• Maintain inspection records and disposition reports.

Supplier Quality Oversight

• Monitor adherence to quality management system requirements.
• Identify quality risks and communicate findings to suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Verify implementation and effectiveness of corrective and preventive actions.

Nonconformance Management

• Document and report product or process nonconformances.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and supplier personnel to investigate root causes.
• Participate in corrective action reviews and follow-up verification activities.
• Recommend containment actions to mitigate quality risks.

Customer and Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with applicable customer requirements, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Support customer audits, source inspections, and special process validations.
• Serve as the quality liaison between suppliers, customers, and internal organizations.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve inspection processes and quality performance.
• Analyze recurring quality issues and recommend corrective measures.
• Support Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to supplier quality performance metrics and reporting.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Associates degree or technical certifications in Quality; preferably in Aerospace
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.

Experience

• 3+ years of experience in quality assurance, quality control, supplier quality, manufacturing, or inspection.
• Experience conducting source inspections and quality audits.
• Experience in creating Advanced Shipping Notices (ASN’s) in customers Portals.
• Familiarity with regulated industries such as aerospace, defense, medical device, automotive, or industrial manufacturing preferred.

Technical Skills

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and quality requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and quality management systems.
• Experience using precision measurement equipment and inspection tools.
• Understanding of root cause analysis methodologies and corrective action processes.
• Knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).

Preferred Certifications

• Common Training for DPRV Personnel (AS13001)
• ASQ Certified Quality Inspector (CQI)
• ASQ Certified Quality Technician (CQT)

Competencies

• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective written and verbal communication
• Ability to work independently and make objective quality decisions
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Professional judgment and integrity
• Customer-focused mindset

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in manufacturing and industrial environments.
• Ability to stand, walk, and perform inspections for extended periods.
• Capability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Success Metrics

• Source inspection acceptance rate
• Reduction in nonconformances and escapes
• Timely completion of inspections and reports
• Corrective action closure effectiveness
• Customer quality satisfaction metrics