HO Quality Fabrication Ops

Airbus•Kinston, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Airbus Aerosystems Kinston is looking for a Head of Quality Fab Ops to join our team based in Kinston, NC. We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized aviation Quality team leader to join the Product Inspection team. This role will be critical in monitoring full adherence to the various manufacturing and quality processes within our facility to ensure compliance with the stringent quality and regulatory standards in the aviation industry. The ideal candidate will be a manager and technical expert who is passionate about process confirmation, manufacturing and operational excellence. This role is responsible for identifying potential process gaps and improvement opportunities to secure our manufacturing environment and ensure our aircraft are manufactured in accordance with international standards, regulatory requirements, and internal processes.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years’ experience in quality assurance, quality control, manufacturing operations, manufacturing engineering / methods, or a similar role within the aviation industry.
Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational skills.
Strong knowledge of aviation Quality Management Systems, Safety Management Systems, and FOD programs, preferably in manufacturing.
Strong written and verbal communication skills for interaction with internal teams through all levels of the organization and functions.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment
Demonstrated understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles
High Degree of flexibility and initiative
Willingness to travel up to 5% to domestic and/or international customers or suppliers
Citizenship: Eligible for the US
Must be willing and able to work any shift, overtime including weekends and holidays when needed.
Daily able to see and read computer screens and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings.
Daily able to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on the production floor including safety warnings or alarms.
Daily able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications.
Rarely able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment and some tools including production tools such as hydraulic lifts.
Weekly able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.
Weekly able to lift documents, tools, drawings, and electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.
Several times a month able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools.
Daily able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on the computer.
Daily able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving.
Daily able to stand for discussions in offices or on the production floor.
Daily able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces.
Required PPE includes, but is not limited to, Safety Shoes, Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection, Respirators/Masks, and/or Protective Gloves as required by site and/or customer site
Steel-toed shoes are required for all shop floor visits, appropriate hearing/eye protection may also be required when visiting the shop floor.

Nice To Haves

Certifications in quality management, aviation safety, or regulatory compliance preferred, but not required.
Preferred Bachelor’s degree in aviation, Quality Assurance, or a related field preferred.
10 years’ experience in quality assurance, quality control, manufacturing operations, manufacturing engineering / methods, or a similar role within the aviation industry.
Effective verbal and written communication skills, specifically in English, which is required for operating in a multicultural and multifunctional environment.
Proficient in Manufacturing tools (MES) and quality management systems (QMS) used in manufacturing environments.
Experience with aerospace-specific tools such as SAP, MES systems, and statistical software (e.g., Minitab, JMP).
Familiarity with enterprise quality management software

Responsibilities

Lead/directs quality organizations or provides cross-functional quality integration leadership.
Manager of Quality personnel within assigned functional area.
Establishes, oversees, and administers processes, policies, and best practices, and determines resource requirements, acquisition, improvement plans and quality measures.
Reviews production schedule and assigns work to facilitate completion of tasks and product movement in accordance with established schedule.
Interfaces with other organizations, external suppliers, customers, and regulatory agencies to define, evaluate and communicate accomplishment of project and program priorities through all phases in the product or service life.
Provides organizational vision and strategic plan, quality policies, processes, and procedures, as well as process improvements and prevention measures.
Communicates, educates, trains, and coaches’ customers, suppliers, and internal personnel.
Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing and Supply Chain teams to ensure quality requirements are integrated into production and sourcing processes.
Train and mentor quality team members, fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and ongoing development.
Provides cross-functional leadership and Quality technical expertise.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive pay
incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes
retirement savings plan
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”)
Paid time off
personal time
holidays
paid parental leave program
Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”)
other supplemental benefit coverages
Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University
unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path
opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes
national and international mobility
relocation assistance