Manager-Quality Engineering (QMS Aerospace & Defense and Systems Operations)

Microchip • Austin, TX

13d • $91,000 - $247,000

About The Position

Microchip Technology Inc. has a Manager-Quality Engineering (QMS Aerospace & Defense and Systems Operations) opening based in Austin, TX, Chandler, AZ, Beverly, MA, Mount Holly Springs, PA, Colorado Springs, CO, or Hauppauge, NY. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing A&D and Systems Operations Quality System worldwide. You will also provide training to internal auditors at manufacturing sites and provide overall direction and coordination of team’s responsibilities and activities related to QMS.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering.
• 12.5+ years of extensive experience in Quality Management, continuous improvement, process optimization, or related roles, in a leadership capacity.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate teams and influence change.
• Experience in performing ISO9001 and AS9100 Audits as Lead Auditor
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience with Quality Management Systems, methodologies, and tools.
• In-depth knowledge of the QMS standards: ISO 9001, AS9145 and AS9100.
• Proven track record of successfully leading and implementing QMS standards, global process improvement initiatives, resulting in tangible quality and business outcomes.
• Ability to understand and translate customer needs and requirements into measurable process and product requirements.
• Strong knowledge and practical experience with Lean, Six Sigma, and other process improvement methodologies.
• Strong analytical and 8D problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify root causes and develop effective solutions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of collaborating with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Project management experience, including the ability to strategize, plan, execute, and monitor improvement projects within defined timelines.
• Strong business acumen, with the ability to understand organizational dynamics and align improvement initiatives with strategic objectives.
• A continuous learning mindset and a passion for staying updated with the latest customer and industry standards trends and advancements in process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Define and establish company’s Quality Policies.
• Develop and implement comprehensive quality and continuous improvement strategies aligned with the organization's goals and objectives.
• Establish, implement, and maintain the MS to meet ISO9001 and AS9100 standards, including documentation control and process updates.
• Lead and manage third-party QMS certifications (ISO9001 and AS9100) and on-going third-party audits at multiple manufacturing locations world-wide.
• Manage company division Internal QMS audits including facilitating audit schedules and closing out findings.
• Act as the primary liaison for certification bodies, customers, and regulatory authorities regarding quality standards.
• Assist Engineering Business Units, Manufacturing Operations and Support functions with developing and implementing processes, practices and procedures that comply with various QMS standards and quality requirements (SOPs and customer specific).
• Work with Design and Manufacturing teams to implement APQP, PPAP, MSA, FMEA, & SPC procedures & systems where required.
• Evaluate and execute QMS linkage and alignment to other Quality and Industry standards, such as IATF16949 and others
• Work with company functions to design and implement metrics and performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor progress, track results, and communicate the impact of improvement initiatives.
• Identify needs and opportunities for Quality and Business Improvements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization to gain buy-in and support for improvement initiatives.
• Lead efforts within the organization in implementation of lean, standardize work and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with Cross-functional teams to identify process inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas of improvement.
• Conduct thorough analysis of current processes and workflows, utilizing Six Sigma and other applicable quality and process improvement methodologies.
• Perform contract and feasibility review on customer technical specifications and non-standard requests.
• Work with engineering and factory to implement customer requirements.
• Also work with Legal, Sales, and Marketing on review, response and negotiations with Customer Contracts and Quality Agreement.
• Assists with planning and hosting of customer quality audits.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies related to process improvement, and integrate them into the organization's practices as appropriate.
• Develop. Monitor, and report on QMS key performance indicators (KPIs) assigned by management and drive continuous improvement.

Benefits

• We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry.
• It consists of competitive base pay, restricted stock units, and quarterly bonus payments.
• In addition to these components, our package includes health benefits that begin day one, retirement savings plans, and an industry leading ESPP program with a 2 year look back feature.
• Find more information about all our benefits at the link below:
• Benefits of working at Microchip

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees