Quality Specialist

At AeroFlow Technologies, we specialize in creating complex tube and duct assemblies using high-performance materials capable of withstanding extreme pressure, temperature, and chemical interactions. You can even find our products aboard NASA’s Space Launch System and in the F-35.

We are seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist to support the enhancement of our Quality Management System and drive customer satisfaction. Responsibilities include participating in audits, evaluating suppliers, integrating quality plans into manufacturing processes, and contributing to the development of lean product validation methods.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist Quality Manager in the development and maintenance of Quality Procedures and Work Instructions.
• Responsible for creating certification packages for outgoing product.
• Responsible for Specification maintenance & updating .
• Assist with the company’s Quality System/conduct internal audits per AS9100 requirements.
• Maintain & update equipment-calibration database.
• In conjunction with Purchasing dept., manage approved supplier listing and measure and chart supplier performance.
• Review outside vendor certifications for compliance to specification requirements
• Facilitate and promote the use of appropriate problem-solving techniques for effective root cause analysis and successful corrective action.
• Coordinate with internal groups such as Engineering, Inspection, Manufacturing to resolve customer complaints.
• Ensure internal non-conformances and corrective/preventive actions are completed in an effective and timely manner.
• Coordinate with leads & supervisors to conduct employee training & maintain records thereof.
• Perform other duties as needed in accordance with quality system requirements.

COMPANY GOALS:

• Safety – Conduct all operations in a safe manner.
• Quality – Meet quality requirements of all assigned processes.
• On-Time Delivery – Meet customer delivery requirements.
• Profit – Meet the time & quality standards for all assigned work. Maintain accurate inventory
• Bookings & Shipments as communicated – Meet the required delivery dates for all assigned jobs.

KEY INITIATIVES:

• Continuous Improvement– Identify job specific and general area improvements to supervision. Consistently improve the safety, organization and cleanliness of assigned areas (5S).
• Quality –work with leads/supervisors & shop personnel to identify areas of concern of product quality, and what/how to improve.
• Workforce Development – Identify training needs (or opportunities) to supervision.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• A genuine belief in continuous improvement and disciplined processes. A willingness to analyze, challenge and change processes, if needed, to create a more efficient environment and culture.
• Integrity — Job requires being honest and ethical.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Job requires attention to detail and thoroughness in completing work tasks.
• Dependability — Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Self-starter with ability to multi-task and prioritize workday/projects independently.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION REQUIRED:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 1 year’s experience in the aerospace quality field; OR any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Understand and interpret blueprints, specifications, operations sheets, etc.
• Understand geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
• Computer literate (Windows, MS Office, E-mail, etc.)
• Self-starter who is comfortable with hands-on activities.
• oriented, collaborative, and solutions-driven- a skilled negotiator who can balance legal compliance with practical business needs and help drive AeroFlow Technologies forward.

Reasons You’ll Love It Here

We offer a full suite of employee benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance; as well as paid vacation, paid personal time, and various opportunities to give back to your local community. We also strongly encourage and provide opportunities for learning and professional development. Our Learning & Development team has put together in-house training on subjects like front-line supervisor essentials, how to manage conflict in the workplace, and many others.

What to Do Next

Now that you’ve had a chance to learn more about us, what are you waiting for! Apply today and allow us the opportunity to learn more about you and the value you can bring to our team. Once you apply, be sure to create and sign up for job alerts, so you can be the first to know when new opportunities become available.

Our Commitment to You

We’re proud of the fact that we are strongly rooted in being an inclusive, people-focused organization. Our company culture reflects values like integrity, ownership, and authenticity. We take these to heart, and if you do as well, you’ll fit right in.

AeroFlow Technologies is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Leggett & Platt Inc. will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.

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