JOB SUMMARY

The Manager, Quality will provide strategic insight and management over the quality function.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Develops and implements quality plans and standards and coordinates quality activities such as the Non-Conformance process, Supplier Quality and Development, Program Quality support, Incoming Inspection, Final Inspection and DCMA coordination.
• Builds and maintains a QMS framework and Strategy aligned with Leadership vision and direction.
• Implements and manages continuous improvement initiatives within the quality department. Implements changes in training, working practices and processes.
• Assures compliance with corporate & local government safety, health & environmental rules, policies & procedures.
• Maintains AS9100 / ISO9001 Certification.
• Works very closely and effectively with functional teams to ensure we meet customers’ expectations.
• Develops and revises standard operational procedures and working practices, i.e. standard work.
• Contributes to the creation and implementation of best practice manufacturing vision, strategy, policies, processes and procedures to aid and improve operational & quality performance.
• Drives daily management of the quality function and drives the development of action plans where needed.
• Trains, coaches and assists teams in RCCM/RCCA structured problem solving.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• All employees are expected to be in compliance with government and corporate laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Maintain the highest standards for Safety, Quality and Compliance

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• Supports and develops the Chemring culture by instilling the values in all activities.
• Responsible for the training and development program for team members.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
• Leads the team, ensuring adequate staffing levels, recruitment, training, development, feedback, disciplinary issues and daily supervision.
• Sets department objectives/KPIs and review and assess ongoing performance of direct reports.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (preferred) or a related field of study
• Six Sigma Green Belt / Lean Six Sigma training preferred
• RCCM / RCCA structured problem solving training
• ASQ Certifications preferred: Quality Manager/Organizational Excellence, Quality Engineer, Six Sigma Black Belt, Quality Auditor

EXPERIENCE

• Ten or more years of applicable experience leading Quality functions.
• Ten or more years leading and developing teams.
• Prior AS9100/ISO9001 experience required.
• Experience working with FAR/DFARS requirements in a quality setting.
• Defense contractor experience in the quality realm preferred.

SKILLS and QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be eligible to obtain and/or maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance commensurate with the level of facility clearance.
• Has the ability to function under stress and interact cordially with co-workers to accomplish common tasks.
• Excellent written, verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple, sometimes competing priorities.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Strong decision-making skills and a results-driven approach.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Proven ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from audience.
• Excellent organizational and leaderships skills. Proven ability to develop and grow top talent.
• Proven ability to scale operations and/or manage the development quality procedures for new products from prototype to full rate production.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP Software; Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Experience in developing and reporting on key quality metrics.

PHYSICAL AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise moving objects, weighing up to 10 pounds occasionally and/or a negligible amount of weight frequently. Involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Use of computer. Occasional Travel < 20%.

DISCLAIMER

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential job functions of this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Employees will be expected to perform other job functions and duties as may be needed and/or required.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The company shall afford equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or membership in any other class protected by an applicable federal, state, local, or foreign anti-discrimination law. The company shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. These regulations also prohibit discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because the employee or applicant inquired about, discussed, or disclosed the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant.

CSES maintains a policy to take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are recruited, employed, promoted, demoted, transferred, laid off, terminated, trained, and compensated without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. The company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

In this regard, the Company makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities in order to enable them to perform all essential job functions, unless doing so creates an undue hardship.

#zr