Sr. Quality Manager; Aerospace

Responsibilities

Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) is looking for a Sr. Quality Manager at our manufacturing plant in Carson, CA. The Sr. Quality Assurance Manager develops and leads the Quality Assurance system to assure that manufacturing processes will produce products that meet required Product Standards as described in AS9100 and the Quality Assurance Manual. 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.

Key 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 to achieve maximum effectiveness and efficiency.
• Interpret pertinent customer, corporate and division quality standards for plant personnel; develop and maintain site procedures and processes in support of the division Quality Assurance Manual. Lead and promote the quality assurance philosophy including preventive quality systems.
• Implement and maintain procedures for inspection, disposition and record retention for incoming raw materials and components, review quality issues with suppliers, and provide supplier surveillance assistance as needed.
• Proactively involved in corrective action and problem‑solving strategies. Actively pursue and identify root cause of nonconformance, measure nonconformance costs, and maintain data collection and statistical systems to aid in process control and root cause problem identification. Coordinate regular management meetings to review corrective action and quality systems. Publish regular reports and identified trends.
• Interface with Customers, Engineering and Operations to identify requirements, plan for product realization and support continuous improvements in manufacturing processes and systems.
• Ensure that the Gage calibration system is effective and complies with company operating procedures. Maintain a system for calibrating all key inspection, gaging and process instruments and work with vendors to improve inspection techniques and equipment.
• Be 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. Lead training efforts for HFS‑Carson employees with regard to total preventive quality.
• Develop effective relationships with all levels of staff and functional groups. Possess ability to influence outcomes, higher‑order communication, change management and influencing skills.
• Be a skilled people manager and developer who deeply understands the importance of challenging, motivating, and developing high‑performance teams. Enjoy and have experience 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.

Experience and Background: You have a record of achievement in problem solving with production teams and knowledge of data analysis, statistical, and 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.

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree and minimum 7 years of professional experience in a manufacturing environment or 14 years of professional experience 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.

Preferred Requirements:

• Minimum of 15 years in a manufacturing environment or a combination…