Manager, Quality

Pursuit Aerospace • Thomasville, GA

47d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Quality Manager for our Thomasville, GA location. The QA Manager will utilize skills, experience, and knowledge to initiate, establish and sustain methods for controlling the quality and integrity of all systems, processes, and procedures related to the production of manufacturing components. The successful candidate will drive a lean culture and problem-solving mindset throughout the team while aggressively driving improvement initiatives to completion. This role will focus on fostering a workplace culture that empowers employees at all levels to streamline and enhance safety, quality, delivery, and cost. At Pursuit Aerospace, a leading contract manufacturer of high-quality, precision-machined aerospace parts, we need individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments, embrace challenges, and are dedicated to building strong customer relationships. If you have a can-do attitude and are a solutions-focused professional ready to make a positive impact, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5 years of supervision in manufacturing environment,
• 3 years of Quality department management experience leading site quality initiatives and working with OEM and 1st tier suppliers
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.
• Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Proficient with QMS, AS9100, NADCAP
• Deep knowledge in GD&T
• Six Sigma and lean manufacturing experience.
• High sense of urgency and ability to meet schedule requirements.
• Must be able to thrive in a small manufacturing environment, frequently serving many roles, effectively handle multiple priorities and meet schedule deadlines.
• Results driven, motivated, and persistent.
• Data, systems, and process driven.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Possesses good presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of the Quality Assurance Department, including development and implementation of robust processes utilizing lean disciplines.
• Hands-on involvement in all aspects of the Site Quality Manager Systems (QMS) and functions.
• Develop and manage performance of all Quality Assurance personnel, instilling positive reinforcements and taking corrective measures as appropriate.
• Manage the Metrology processes.
• Ensure controls are in place to maintain accreditations.
• Establish, maintain, and solidify long-term relationships with customers.
• Manage non-conformance processes: review deviations, disposition, perform root cause analysis, corrective actions, and customer documentation submissions.
• Accurately read and interpret blueprints, technical sketches, drawings, configuration, and customer documents to meet job requirements.
• Think and act analytically to achieve effective solutions, with exceptional attention to detail and ability to solve practical job-related problems required.
• Represent the company during audits of the quality system by customers or third-party vendors.
• Actively support a process of continuous improvement.

Benefits

• We offer a competitive salary and benefit package, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, paid time off, and company-paid holidays.
• Must be willing and able to work onsite full-time in Thomasville, GA. This position is eligible for relocation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees