QMS Specialist

Ascent Aerospace•Macomb Township, MI

About The Position

Ascent Aerospace is a world-renowned, single-source provider of production and automated assembly systems for the aerospace and defense industry. We provide high-precision advanced automated equipment as well as a full suite of both mold and assembly tooling required for the aerospace manufacturing market, including the largest Invar molds ever made— making us the largest tooling group in the industry. We work with our customers to develop their project and see it through, from process engineering to build and installation, to ensure it is an efficient and cost-effective solution. As a true, single-source integrator, we have proven tools to surpass our customer expectations. We have greater control of timing and schedules, which allows for 100% accountability, and avoids costly mark-ups, ultimately saving our customers money. The result: a group of businesses, each an industry leader within their own discipline, now acting as one truly integrated supply base. The QMS Specialist is responsible for monitoring, maintaining, and continuously improving the Quality Management System to ensure that the Company adheres to applicable company, customer, and/or government/international specifications and standards.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in a quality management system position within strict framework of quality procedures and processes, preferably in the aerospace industry
Highly experienced with process and procedural compliance to AS9100
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, blueprints, and procedure manuals
Proficient in MS Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Project
Strong troubleshooting aptitude and inquisitive nature
Experience advocating as the "voice of the customer" demanding the highest quality expectations from the organization
Have working knowledge metrology equipment
Understanding of CNC machines and shop repair techniques, welding, bushings, assembly
Has working knowledge of customer and industry standards and specifications
Demonstrates a high attention to detail
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent planning skills
Self-starter and highly motivated
Demonstrated written/verbal communication skills and technical writing
Manages time effectively and dependable
High School Diploma or Equivalent
This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22.C.F.R. § is required

Nice To Haves

Previous experience within the aerospace/defense tooling industry
Formal audit training
Associates Degree

Responsibilities

Monitor and report company objectives and goals related to Quality Management System
Evaluate data and report metrics pertaining to company performance
Maintains calibration, maintenance, and documentation of measurement equipment used to measure customer project products
Support Customer and Third-Party audit visits and arising actions and responses
Manage QMS system, KPIs, operational compliance, and continuous improvement
Assist with Root Cause and Corrective Action investigations
Ensure that working practices in relation to Health, Safety and Housekeeping are adhered to
Assist with training activities and training system adherence
Create and modify documentation/manage records
Any additional duties as reasonably assigned by management