F405 Quality and Improvement Manager

Rolls-Royce•Kingsville, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

As the Quality and Improvement Manager, you will set the highest standards of compliance to the Rolls-Royce Quality Management System (RRMS) for yourself, Quality Staff, and the unit. You will drive continuous improvement, develop and deliver training, and build strong customer relationships. As the team lead, you will focus on robust non-conformance identification and corrective/preventative action plans, as well as coach and mentor Lean Six Sigma methodology and ensure processes and procedures comply with Customer requirements.

Requirements

Associate’s degree + 7 years of experience OR Bachelor’s degree + 5 years of experience OR Master’s degree + 3 years of experience OR JD/PhD OR In lieu of a degree, 9 years of experience
Must be a US citizen

Nice To Haves

Quality Leadership Experience
Jet Engine Overhaul/Repair experience
Certified Auditor
Familiarity with NAMP 4790 requirements
Familiarity with Quality Management Systems
Experience working Quality in a manufacturing or MRO environment
Logical thinking skills/problem solving
Good Communication skills
Excellent problem solving/analytical skills
Excellent data management and analytics
Excellent Communication skills

Responsibilities

Set the highest standards of compliance to the Rolls-Royce Quality Management System (RRMS) for self, Quality Staff, and the Unit
Ensure processes and procedures comply with all customer specific contractual requirements
Execute an audit strategy that confirms compliance and supports continuous improvement
Build strong, dependable relations with Customers, regulators, industry and the other business functions
Lead the Quality/Inspection team with a focus on robust non-conformance identification, and corrective/preventative action plans
Influence internal and external stakeholders to ensure product quality.
Install effective governance structures where appropriate
Develop and deliver effective training for the site, including sustaining awareness of quality issues across all employees and leadership
Drive continuous improvement plan utilizing the principals of the Lean and DMAIC methodologies transforming performance to world class levels
Coach and mentor the Lean Six Sigma Methodology to deliver significant financial benefits through Yellow Belt, Green Belt and Black Belt projects
Implement and drive the Rolls-Royce Production System in line with functional accountabilities
Sponsor improvement projects, implement the problem resolution process and champion best quality practices