Sr. Quality Manager (Aerospace)

Howmet Aerospace•Carson, CA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) is looking for a Sr. Quality Assurance Manager at our manufacturing plant in Carson, CA. This is a key change agent position accountable for results, with minimal guidance, in the assigned areas of responsibilities. This position will be responsible for developing strategies, priorities and directing implementation in the assigned areas.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and minimum 7 years of professional experience in a manufacturing environment or minimum 14 years of professional experience in a manufacturing environment in lieu of a degree
Minimum of 3 years of leading a team of direct reports overseeing quality systems
Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Nice To Haves

Record of achievement in problem solving with production teams and knowledge of data analysis, statistical & process improvement tools.
Knowledge and experience of fasteners testing equipment and practices, metallurgical evaluation procedures, and mechanical inspection equipment.
Quality System experience in Aerospace or another manufacturing environment would make you a strong candidate for this position.
Minimum of 15 years in a manufacturing environment or combination of relevant military experience.
Minimum of 2 years working with NADCAP requirements
Minimum of 5 years of supervisory level experience over seeing Quality Systems
Knowledge of Aerospace product/process specification requirements (AMS, ASTM, etc.)
Experience in product and process failure analysis and an understanding of quality principles (SPC, TQM, MRB etc.)

Responsibilities

Manages the Quality Assurance department: Supervise and appraise performance for all Quality Assurance personnel; hire, train and recommend salary adjustments for reporting employees.
Schedule and track Inspection, lab, and testing activities in order to achieve maximum effectiveness and efficiency.
Interprets pertinent customer, corporate and division quality standards for plant personnel; develops and maintains site procedures and processes in support of division Quality Assurance Manual.
Leads and promotes the quality assurance philosophy including preventive quality systems.
Implements/maintains procedures for inspection, disposition and record retention for incoming raw materials and components, reviews quality issues with suppliers and provides supplier surveillance assistance as needed.
Proactively involved in corrective action and problem-solving strategies.
Actively pursues and identifies root cause of non-conformance, is responsible for measurement of non-conformance costs and secures and maintains data collection and statistical systems to aid in process control, root cause problem identification.
Coordinates regular management meetings to review corrective action and quality systems.
Publishes regular reports and identified trends.
Interfaces with Customers, Engineering and Operations to identify requirements, plan for product realization and support continuous improvements in manufacturing processes and systems.
Ensures that Gage calibration system is effective and complies with company operating procedures.
Maintains a system for calibrating all key inspection, gaging and process instruments and works with vendors to improve inspection techniques and equipment.
Responsible for ensuring compliance with Nadcap, AS9100, and Industry regulatory requirements.
Coordinate and conduct customer and accreditation audits.
Enhance and implement the internal audit system and associated corrective actions.
Leads training efforts for HFS-Carson employees with regard to total preventive quality.
Develop effective relationships with all levels of staff and functional groups.
Possess an ability to influence outcomes, with higher-order communication, change management, and influencing skills.
Be a skilled people manager and developer that deeply understands the importance of challenging, motivating, and developing high-performance teams.
Enjoy and have experience in coaching and mentoring others to achieve success in fluid, project/team-based environments.
Work in a safe manner that promotes the health and well-being of the individual and the environment.