Quality Engineering Manager (QUALI003531)
Sargent Aerospace

Job Info

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Join the Sargent Legacy in Securing Our Future

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 improvement.

Sargent’s continuing investment in people, assets, technology, and process quality ensures excellence and is integral to the company’s commitment to customers and their end-users. As we grow, we will continue to root our culture through our core values of Integrity, Respects & Values People, Customer Focus, Teamwork, Results Focus and Continual Improvement.

Company Benefits Include:

• Competitive Compensation
• Bonus platforms
• Holidays/Vacation/Sick Time
• 401k Savings & Investment Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement

• Medical/Dental/Vision Plans
• HSA/FSA
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Accident/Hospital/Critical Care Plans
• Pet Insurance

• Gym & Rideshare Incentives
• Legal Insurance/Identity Theft
• Flexible Schedules
  • 3 & 4-day work week
  • ½ day Fridays

Dedication to our core values. Our must haves…

• Integrity- We do the right thing the right way. Our ideal candidate is ethical, honest in all interactions, delivers good news and bad, and follows through on commitments. Key Skills & Abilities: is fair, credible, confidential, fiscally responsible and accountable for decisions and actions.
• Respects and Values People- We encourage and bring out the potential of others. Our ideal candidate embraces diversity, recognizes and supports the accomplishments, talents and development of others. Key Skills & Abilities: is committed to the building of strong relationships and creates an environment of trust and mutual respect.
• Customer Focus- We act with excellence in each and every interaction. Our ideal candidate builds strong internal/external customer relationships, and goes above and beyond to deliver high quality products and services on time, every time. Key Skills & Abilities: is responsive with strong customer service skills, product and job knowledge to provide excellent customer satisfaction.
• Teamwork- We are better together. Our ideal candidate is inclusive, engaged and collaborative, sharing information, ideas and experiences to accomplish goals, improve decision making and leverage capabilities. Key Skills & Abilities: is a dependable team player, demonstrated through attendance and punctuality, works well with others and has strong communication skills (both oral & written) to keep all stakeholders informed.
• Results Focus- We focus on the outcome, not the obstacle. Our ideal candidate must have a strong work ethic with a results/performance driven track record in a fast paced, changing and challenging environment. Key Skills & Abilities: is adaptable, works with a sense of urgency and high level of initiative and demonstrates a commitment to quality with attention to detail.
• Continual Improvement- We encourage and drive innovation. Our ideal candidate must be naturally curious, passionate and never satisfied with the status quo. Key Skills & Abilities: is innovative and has a problem solving mindset that provides and implements CI ideas.

With continual growth comes opportunity and Sargent has an immediate opening for aQuality Engineering Manager.

Position Summary
This position requires significant initiative and the ability to deliver results in an aerospace and defense manufacturing environment. Reporting to the Director of Quality, this position provides leadership, mentoring, evaluation and development to the quality engineering team. The Quality Manager will ensure timely coordination and communication with various functional teams and will also provide a means of escalation in support of customer satisfaction, corrective action and quality improvement initiatives.


Responsibilities
• Manage staff to ensure adequate resources are in place to support daily operations
• Establish goals and develop measurable metrics to gauge achievement against goals
• Drive team standardization which incorporates quality improvement plans methodologies as part of a continuous improvement process
• Analyze and approve quality engineering improvement plans and drive cross-functional team support to drive sustainable improvements
• Lead quality-related technical training to ensure compliance with established quality policies, procedures, customer requirements and quality standards
• Provide direction to ensure compliance with all applicable customer requirements and government regulations involving product quality
• Lead and monitor CAR (Corrective Action Request) and Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) activities to ensure robust product and process improvements
• Provide support and leadership to ensure MRB control and timely internal and external approvals
• Provide support and leadership to Quality Engineering in new product development
• Support and ensure timely response to customer inquiries to improve customer satisfaction
• Serve as Director of Quality in his/her absence


Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution
• Minimum of eight years’ experience in quality inspection and or quality engineering including a minimum of three years in a quality supervision or management role
•Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt certification ORthe ability to obtain SSGB within the first year of employment
• Working knowledge of mechanical inspection methods and tools including ability to read and understand manufacturing routers, instructions, and drawings including GD&T
• Ability to lead and motivate others while working in a team based environment
• Ability to interface with all levels of management, external customers, and government agencies
• Have a proven track record of developing talent in their direct reports
• Ability to think analytically and creatively, to identify and develop quality solutions, and use appropriate judgment and decision-making skills necessary to achieve desired goals
• Ability to remain on a manufacturing shop floor, sometimes for extended periods, while meeting specified safety requirements (i.e., vision protection, foot/toe protection, and others as appropriate)
• Demonstrate excellent customer service skills
• Demonstrate good ethics and conflict management
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (all applications)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and superior organizational abilities• Must be a U.S. Citizen

Preferred Qualifications
• Strong Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing Background
• Experience working with the FAA and DCMA
• ASQ (American Society for Quality) certifications - CMQ/OE, CQE, CQA
• Lean/Six Sigma or DFSS Black Belt certification
• AS9100 trained auditor

• Experience in recognized quality (ISO9001/AS9100) and process (NADCAP) systems in an aerospace and/or defense environment
• Background of working with quality systems supporting both aerospace and defense
• Knowledge of common aerospace machining and manufacturing requirements including common aerospace materials, machining, surface finishes and heat treatment

EEO/AA/F/M/Vet/Disabled

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