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PRIMARY SUMMARY:

Supports the overall Quality Management System and Global Quality Management System (GQMS). Supervises all technical aspects of Quality Assurance Engineering functions. Assists in the development of quality standards and protocols for quality assurance testing models. Assists in the design and implementation of policies and procedures for testing and evaluating the precision and accuracy of products and/or equipment.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential requirement, represents the knowledge, skill, and/or ability. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation for disabilities may be made for one or more of the following:

• Responsible for directing and managing assigned team members; provides the necessary tools, knowledge, and support to ensure success in their job.

• Performs personnel functions such as; interviewing, hiring, training, coaching and development, timekeeping, performance evaluations, compensation recommendations, and disciplinary/corrective action.

• Leads and supports the Quality Assurance Engineering team to support all part qualification programs, supporting Engineering by creating Quality test plans as needed.
• Leads and supports the Quality Engineering team in regard to supporting NADCAP requirements and audits.

• Develops and analyzes statistical data and product specifications to determine present standards and established proposed quality and reliability expectancy of finished product.

• Provides supplier qualifications, material issue resolution, driving supplier corrective actions, component/BOM validation, supplier audits, and maintain the approved supplier’s list.

• Oversees the Internal auditing program to AS9100, documenting procedures necessary to meet ISO practices.
• Drive corrective and preventive action program, from initiation to resolution of items. Oversee peer review of records. Collect and analyze data to track improvement.
• Works with Supply Chain management to drive supplier process and materials compliance within Company Policies and Procedures.. Works with Product and Manufacturing Engineering to ensure that all product documentation and products reflect the appropriate marking, labeling, and packaging to meet Company requirements.

• Coordinates Customer Process Control and Part Specification Requirements to ensure product performances are met.

• Ensuring within reason assignments, tasks assigned, quality concerns affecting the “quality of the product” and established agreed upon objectives are completed on time or in those cases they cannot, notifying supervision.

• Formulates and maintains quality control objectives and coordinates objectives with production procedures in cooperation with other plant managers to maximize product and minimize costs.

• Investigates and adjusts customer complaints regarding quality.

• Continually exemplifies and is an advocate of LISI Aerospace’s Vision, Mission, and Guiding Principles as stated in LISI Aerospace’s Team Member Handbook.
• Champions and participates in the LEAP (LISI Excellence Achievement Program) in support of the Company’s commitment to continuous improvement in the areas of; HSE, Quality, and Production.
• Ensure all people placed under their assigned area of responsibility, or all persons who may be affected by equipment or processes placed under their responsibility are complying with the rules and regulations set forth by Federal, Local and State government, and LISI Aerospace policies, procedures and plans.

• Other duties may be assigned.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) and 2 years of related experience preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Proven ability to lead effectively in a diverse environment.

• Strong working knowledge of manufacturing methods, Quality Management Systems, documentation.

• Required knowledge of ISO 9001 and/AS 9100 standards, previous auditing experience desired.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Certified through American Society of Quality (ASQ) as Certified Quality Engineer (CQE).

ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Contact Management systems; Database systems; Internet software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.

Language Skills

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s. Ability to perform these operations using units and weight measurement, volume and distance.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Certificates, licenses, registrations

ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE).

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.

ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND SAFETY

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The responsibilities of the position include compliance with company and governmental safety, environmental and hazardous materials regulations and procedures. The employee will be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment in specified areas.

Participate in the development and promotion of the HSE culture, be exemplary in terms of health, safety and the environment, in particular by :
- Respecting and ensuring respect for the instructions and rules established in the field of health, safety and the environment (in particular the LISI golden rules)
- Immediately correcting, whenever possible, or reporting to his or her superiors and/or the HSE department, any malfunction or risky situation in the fields of health, safety and environmental protection
- Implementing preventive actions to reduce the environmental footprint and control health and safety risks
- Participate, upon request, in analyses (of risks, incidents) and HSE working groups related to his/her professional scope
- Be familiar with the main health and safety risks and the main environmental impacts relating to the scope of his/her work
- Be familiar with the site's HSE policy and objectives
- To be able to make proposals for improving working conditions and limiting environmental impact

- Ensure compliance with procedures, instructions, HSE guidelines and golden rules
- Ensure that procedures and instructions are always adapted and updated
- Ensure the acquisition and maintenance of the skills of its employees in relation to the tasks performed by its teams
- Ensure that the equipment under his/her responsibility is in good condition and operates without risk. If this is not the case, he/she will ensure that protective measures are taken and/or that the equipment is consigned
- Identify and deal with HSE risk situations during the appropriate SHP
- Manage emergency situations with the help of the OHS and first response team members
- Relay and animate HSE communication within his/her teams