Key Responsibilities

Quality Problem Solving

• Identify and analyze quality issues in production processes
• Apply problem-solving methodologies (8D, 5 Whys, Ishikawa)
• Implement and follow up on corrective and preventive actions

Quality Reporting & Metrics

• Track and analyze scrap, FPY, blocked stock, and internal/external rejections
• Prepare periodic quality performance reports and KPIs

Continuous Improvement & Cost Reduction

• Lead CoPQ reduction initiatives
• Identify process optimization opportunities
• Apply TEOA and Six Sigma tools to improve efficiency

Non-Conformance & Supplier Management

• Coordinate responses to internal and external rejections
• Lead supplier non-conformance notifications and follow-up
• Evaluate supplier corrective action effectiveness

Inspection & Documentation

• Define inspection characteristics per part number
• Review and update quality documentation (PMC, QIP, CC, etc.)
• Ensure compliance with customer and regulatory standards

Certifications & New Product Introduction

• Certify new part numbers according to AS9100
• Support MRB activities and non-conforming material disposition
• Lead Safe Launch activities for new products

Training & Customer Requirements

• Train operators on quality criteria and defect detection
• Ensure compliance with special customer requirements
• Support customer and external audits

Engineering Changes

• Review and approve engineering changes impacting product quality
• Maintain traceability and approval records

Safety

• Report unsafe conditions or acts
• Stop any activity that may cause accidents, injuries, or losses

Education & Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Industrial, Aerospace, Mechatronics, or related fields)
• Experience in manufacturing and quality environments (aerospace preferred)

Technical Knowledge & Systems

• Use of measurement tools and inspection equipment
• Blueprint reading and technical specifications interpretation
• Quality Management Systems: AS9100, ISO 9001, or equivalent
• Local quality systems: Traceability, Skip Lot, ALIS, PMC, QIP
• RTS, TECHS, DSD
• SAP, Microsoft Office, Minitab

Technical & Behavioral Competencies

Technical

• Computer equipment
• Measurement instruments (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, basic optical comparator, etc.)

Behavioral

• Analytical and well-organized
• Results-driven
• High integrity and accountability
• Innovative mindset
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and teamwork
• Ability to train and coach operators