Quality Manager

Fibreworks Composites

$80K — $95K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Quality Assurance or Engineering required
  • Minimum of five (5) years in the Composite industry
  • AS9100 Auditing Qualification desirable
  • AS9100 ISO Certification
  • Thorough knowledge of composite materials and manufacturing processes
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Must be well organized with multitasking abilities

Responsibilities

  • Lead all functions of the Quality Assurance System
  • Develop and maintain the Quality Manual
  • Create work instructions and procedures for ISO 9001 compliance
  • Collaborate with engineering to define QA standards
  • Conduct internal and external audits to assess system effectiveness
  • Train and mentor quality control staff
  • Ensure part quality standards compliance throughout manufacturing

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
  • 401(k) matching after 6 months tenure
  • Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and sick days
  • Employee referral program
  • Shift differential for 2nd shift employees
  • Potential for quarterly discretionary bonuses based on company performance
  • Discounts on select services/products
  • Climate-controlled work environment
Full Job Description
Position Overview:

The Quality Manager will lead Fibreworks Composites to take the next step in quality by developing a more structured and standardized environment. Ensure all parts manufactured within Fibreworks Composites or its sub-contractors meet the fit, form, and function criteria set by the customers and/or engineering standards.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for all functions of the Quality Assurance System
  • Quality Manual development and upkeep
  • Develop, as needed, work instructions, procedures, process maps, working forms, etc., to support the Quality System and bring it into full compliance with ISO 9001 and ASQ 9001 Standard requirements
  • Collaborate with engineering to define QA standards
  • Performing calibrations and developing calibration schedule
  • Non-conformance and corrective actions
  • Internal and external audits to prove system effectiveness
  • Continual department improvement plan
  • Full compliance of all required internal ERP/MRP processes daily
  • Ensure part quality standards are met at all stages of manufacturing according to specifications on internal and/or external engineering drawings
  • Inspect parts using PCMM and other standard metrology equipment for weights and measures (calipers, micrometers, depth gauge, gauge pins, Romer arm, etc.) keeping detailed records (weights, checklists, reports, etc.) in an organized and standard fashion
  • Educate production and engineering teams on quality control issues to improve overall production quality
  • Provide clear and timely communication to customers, vendors, and staff when discussing quality issues such as reporting findings on inspection reports, determining capability, understanding design intent, concessions, non-conformance, etc.
  • Train and develop and mentor skills of quality control team
  • Create, maintain, and execute a plan for professional development for continuous improvement both personally, professionally, and for the department
  • Supervision of Quality Department support staff
  • Must adhere to health and safety procedures, and all workplace policies
  • Perform all other duties as assigned.


What You Will Bring to the Team:

  • Bachelor's degree in Quality Assurance or Engineering required.
  • Must have a minimum of five (5) years of Composite industry experience
  • AS9100 Auditing Qualification desirable
  • AS9100 ISO Certification
  • Thorough knowledge of composite materials related manufacturing equipment and processes a plus
  • Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Must be well organized and have the ability to multitask
  • Attention to detail and good documentation practices
  • Self-starter, results-oriented individual with ability to organize and analyze data
  • Proficient with MS Office products and ERP systems
  • Knowledge of basic math and computer skills are important because measuring, calibrating, and calculating specifications are major parts of quality control testing
  • Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident in compliance with ITAR regulations.


Our Investment in You:

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
  • 401(k) matching after 6 months tenure
  • Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and sick days
  • Employee referral program
  • Shift differential for 2nd shift employees
  • Potential to earn quarterly discretionary bonuses based on company performance
  • Discounts on select services/products
  • Climate-controlled work environment


Hours of Operation:

7:00 am - 4:00 pm; Monday through Friday, with occasional weekends, overtime, and holidays as scheduled by leadership. This position is required to work on-site during scheduled business hours. Any exceptions for remote or work-from-home arrangements must be reviewed and approved in advance by the employee's manager.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

Depending on the position and assigned duties, working conditions and physical requirements may include, but are not limited to:

  • Prolonged periods of standing, walking, or sitting
  • Climbing, balancing, bending, reaching, handling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, or pulling
  • Lifting, carrying, pushing, or moving materials, products, tools, or equipment
  • Using computers, machinery, material-handling equipment, hand tools, power tools, or other job-related equipment
  • Performing work that requires hand-eye coordination, manual dexterity, and the handling of small parts or components
  • Working around moving mechanical equipment and in areas with varying noise levels, temperatures, fumes, airborne particles, dust, chemicals, or other manufacturing-related conditions
  • Wearing required personal protective equipment, which may include safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, protective footwear, respirators, or other designated PPE
  • Using close, distance, peripheral, and depth vision, color recognition, and the ability to adjust focus when required by the position


The specific work environment and physical requirements will depend on the essential functions of the position. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

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