Quality Assurance Manager

This position will be responsible for supervising and maintaining technical leadership of the assigned quality staff, which includes overseeing QE and QAS direct reports in support of value streams. Assists general manager as directed to ensure quality improvement initiatives are met.

• Promotes safety and environmental commitment beyond compliance with regulations
• Report on quality performance in all areas, as directed by General Manager
• Manage and maintain quality KPI targets set by the General Manager
• Establish and maintain QAS inspection standardization
• Oversees rework and scrap follow-up, supports COPQ action execution, and leads continuous improvement projects to meet COPQ reduction goals.
• Participates in internal and external quality audit (ISO 9001:2015, AS9100:2016)
• Takes decision based on the interpretation of certifications, specifications, and engineering drawings.
• Supports Quality development of the New Product Introduction
• Interprets and flows down customer quality requirements, specifications, and records.
• Mentor and growth of quality identifying training needs for quality personnel.
• Drive quality engineering team standardization which incorporates quality improvement plans methodologies as part of a continuous improvement process.
• Perform duties as the site Quality Assurance Manager in his absence
• Ensure planned/unplanned value stream support coverage for QE and QAS teams.
• Establish and ensure cross-training plans are continually met for QAS and QE’s
• Participate in continuous improvement activities, as directed by General Manager
• Review customer and quality non-conformances and coordinate on-time corrective and preventive actions.
• Maintain the Material Review Area to ensure that all products are distributed in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve quality issues in a Quality Clinic or similar setting.

• 5-7 years quality engineering experience
• B.S. in technical field
• Previous experience leading a group of 5 or more
• Must be a team player, a self-starter, a problem solver and adaptable.
• Lean Manufacturing & Six sigma tools (5
  
  Why, Ishikawa, 8d etc.)
• Attention to detail / Detail oriented
• Attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of this position

• ASQ CQE certification,
• Advanced degree in Business or Engineering
• Previous experience leading a group of 10 or more a plus.
• Working knowledge of statistical process controls.
• GD&T experience
• Knowledge on standard ISO 9001:2015 + AS9100:2016

RBC Bearings Incorporated (NYSE: RBC/RBCP) is a leading international manufacturer of highly engineered precision bearings, components, and essential systems for the industrial, defense and aerospace industries. Founded in 1919, the Company is primarily focused on producing highly technical and/or regulated bearing products and components requiring sophisticated design, testing, and manufacturing capabilities for the diversified industrial, aerospace and defense markets. RBC currently has 56 facilities, of which 37 are manufacturing facilities in ten countries and the market capitalization is approximately $6.2 billion.

In 2015, RBC acquired Sargent Aerospace and Defense.

Founded in 1920, Sargent Aerospace & Defense leverages 100 years of expertise as a premier global supplier of precision engineered customized components that directly contributes to the safe operation of countless commercial and military aircraft, rotorcraft, submarines, and land-based vehicles.

At Sargent, our mission is to secure our future by making the challenging a reality. We achieve this by delivering high quality products and services that meet customer requirements and exceed customer expectations through employee development, customer focus and continual…