Quality Associate

Job Description

• Develop and implement program quality plans, programs, and procedures using quality control statistics, lean manufacturing concepts, and six‑sigma tools and analyses.
• Ensures that performance and products conform to established company and regulatory standards.
• Reviews, analyzes and reports on quality discrepancies related to assembly, process, mechanical, electrical and electro‑mechanical systems.
• Investigates problems and develops disposition and corrective actions for recurring discrepancies.
• Interfaces with manufacturing, engineering, customer, supplier and subcontractor representatives to ensure requirements are met.
• Monitors overall health and performance of production processes.
• Lead and perform audits based on ISO 9001:2015 protocols.
• Addresses key problem areas in the manufacturing process.
• Works with production and various Engineering disciplines to develop and implement process improvements.
• Maintains and communicates comprehensive records of anomalies and errors; to include any mitigating actions taken (Root Cause / Corrective Action).
• Develop and implement quality standards and control systems.
• Inspect and test materials, equipment, processes, and products to ensure quality specifications are met.
• Facilitate and mentor teams in production, skilled trades, and engineering groups.
• Facilitate, track, and report on team improvement events.
• Focus on continuous improvement, 6S, and lean strategies to reduce cycle times and cost.
• Report findings and status of the Quality system to upper management.

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or Business Administration preferred;
  Associate’s Degree in Engineering or other related field of study in conjunction with significant product/process experience may be considered in lieu.
• 0‑3 years relevant experience.
• Must be at least 18 years of age and a US citizen.
• Must be able to obtain unescorted access to the facility through the vetting process as administered by the Department of Army Police.
• Must be able to obtain / maintain DOD Secret security clearance.
• Demonstrated proficiency in communication skills (written, verbal, computer) required.
• Proficient knowledge of ISO standards.
• Ability to coordinate, organize and assign work.
• Must be able to work independently or with minimum oversight to address responsibilities.
• Must have good time management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and work collaboratively in a teaming environment with unionized workforce to support customer and manufacturing requirements.
• Experience in statistical analysis of data trending desired.

• Using ladders and stairs to climb into/onto vehicle structures.
• Climbing, walking, bending, kneeling, standing and stooping.
• Lifting up to 50 lbs.
• This position requires working both in office and manufacturing floor environments.
• Working in and around dust, fumes, oils, mists, adhesives and in areas with a high noise volume.
• Working in hot and cold environments.