QA/ISO Manager

Fincantieri Marine Group•Sturgeon Bay, WI

5h•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the development, review, and implementation of company Quality Management System policies, procedures, plans, and work instructions. Directs the Quality Department to support company goals and objectives. Communicates the QMS requirements to FBS department heads and frontline supervisors. Makes decisions on quality acceptance/rejections if disputes arise. Oversees regulatory approval of Weld Procedures, Nondestructive tests, Calibration Procedures and product testing methods. Directly communicates with Customers and Regulatory Bodies. Reports to Executive Management any deficiencies and proposes corrective actions. Attends formal Program Reviews and provides input on quality metrics as determined by product test results. Aides all departments in root cause determinations and corrective actions. Has responsibility for development and delivery of training programs to all FBS workers to ensure compliance to NAVSEA, ABS, USCG and customer contract requirements. Responsible for the development, review, and implementation of company policy, procedure, plans, and work instruction. Ensures hulls are built in accordance with contract and regulatory standards and maintains documentation of compliance. Obtains customer and regulatory approvals as required during construction. Assess the compliance of QMS documentation with the ISO 9001:2000 International Standard, statutory, regulatory, and contractual requirements. Responsible for collaboratively supervising FBS Weld Engineer. Responsible for directing Level II NDT Technicians. Responsible for the scheduling, planning, execution, and documentation of internal audits to ensure QMS and regulatory compliance. Responsible for communicating with executive and management personnel, and general workforce. Communicates with Regulatory Bodies, Customer Representatives and other agencies for compliance with requirements. Maintain a commitment to and promote the Quality and Environmental, Health & Safety Policies. Ensures incident investigations are completed in a timely manner. Assist with the completion of JSA's, SOP's and work place inspections to ensure a safe work environment. Provide training and guidance to staff. Ensure that action items are tracked to closure in a timely manner. Collect and analyze production samples to evaluate quality. Analyze quality control test results and provide feedback and interpretation to production management or staff. Stop production if serious product defects are present. Monitor performance of quality control systems to ensure effectiveness and efficiency. Communicate quality control information to all relevant organizational departments. Ability and willingness to engage in highly energetic pursuits on the waterfront. Abide by and enforce all organizational policies and procedures.

Requirements

Associate Degree in Welding, Science Discipline or Engineering Field
A minimum of 10 years marine experience
Must hold current American Welding Society Certified Welding Inspector certification for visual inspection
Experienced with ISO Quality Systems, NAVSEA, ABS, USCG, and commercial standards
Have a working knowledge of Six-Sigma and Lean methods for problem resolution in a cost effective manner
Must have acceptable NDT Safety record to qualify for Licensing Radiographic Devices under State of Wisconsin and Federal NRC rules for FBS site license
Must have strong Microsoft Office Suites computer skills
Must have strong organizational and time management skills
Must have the ability to maintain a professional demeanor
Must have ability to maintain confidentiality

Nice To Haves

ASNT Level II certifications in Radiographic, Ultrasonic, Magnetic Particle and Liquid Penetrant test methods preferred
Level III certification is ideal

Responsibilities

Develop, review, and implement company Quality Management System policies, procedures, plans, and work instructions.
Direct the Quality Department to support company goals and objectives.
Communicate the QMS requirements to FBS department heads and frontline supervisors.
Make decisions on quality acceptance/rejections if disputes arise.
Oversee regulatory approval of Weld Procedures, Nondestructive tests, Calibration Procedures and product testing methods.
Directly communicate with Customers and Regulatory Bodies.
Report to Executive Management any deficiencies and propose corrective actions.
Attend formal Program Reviews and provide input on quality metrics as determined by product test results.
Aid all departments in root cause determinations and corrective actions.
Develop and deliver training programs to all FBS workers to ensure compliance to NAVSEA, ABS, USCG and customer contract requirements.
Ensure hulls are built in accordance with contract and regulatory standards and maintain documentation of compliance.
Obtain customer and regulatory approvals as required during construction.
Assess the compliance of QMS documentation with the ISO 9001:2000 International Standard, statutory, regulatory, and contractual requirements.
Collaboratively supervise FBS Weld Engineer.
Direct Level II NDT Technicians.
Schedule, plan, execute, and document internal audits to ensure QMS and regulatory compliance.
Communicate with executive and management personnel, and general workforce.
Communicate with Regulatory Bodies, Customer Representatives and other agencies for compliance with requirements.
Maintain a commitment to and promote the Quality and Environmental, Health & Safety Policies.
Ensure incident investigations are completed in a timely manner.
Assist with the completion of JSA's, SOP's and work place inspections to ensure a safe work environment.
Provide training and guidance to staff.
Ensure that action items are tracked to closure in a timely manner.
Collect and analyze production samples to evaluate quality.
Analyze quality control test results and provide feedback and interpretation to production management or staff.
Stop production if serious product defects are present.
Monitor performance of quality control systems to ensure effectiveness and efficiency.
Communicate quality control information to all relevant organizational departments.
Abide by and enforce all organizational policies and procedures.
Supervise 0 to 3 employees.
Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding's policies and procedures.
Interview, hire, and train employees.
Plan, assign, and direct work.
Appraise performance.
Reward and discipline employees.
Address complaints and resolve problems.
Be a mentor and demonstrate leadership skills that align with the mission, vision, and values of Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding.