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Aerospace Quality Lead Niche Manufacturing Staffing Downers Grove, IL Job Details Full-time $40 - $50 an hour 3 days ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Quality assurance experience within aerospace industry ISO certification process Six Sigma methodology implementation Engineering process optimization GD&T Quality control experience within aerospace industry Quality control Quality inspection Industrial engineering Leading team collaboration initiatives Regulatory/legal compliance standards in production Managing manufacturing teams Quality audits Manufacturing Quality improvement programs in engineering Cross-functional team management Leadership Implementing lean manufacturing processes Cross-functional communication AS9100 Full Job Description Job Summary Niche Staffing Boutique is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Aerospace Quality Lead to drive excellence in quality management within our client's aerospace manufacturing operations. This pivotal role involves overseeing quality assurance processes, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. As the Aerospace Quality Lead, you will champion quality systems, lead audits, and collaborate across teams to uphold the highest standards of safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance essential to aerospace production. Duties Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive quality management systems aligned with industry standards such as

AS9100, ISO 9001, IATF

16949, and GMP regulations. Conduct root cause analysis using 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagram, Pareto Analysis, 8D, etc. Lead internal and external quality audits to verify adherence to regulatory requirements including FDA regulations and legal standards governing aerospace manufacturing. Oversee quality control inspections, ensuring products meet rigorous quality standards through detailed analysis skills and GDT (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) practices. Drive continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Six Sigma methodologies and lean management principles to optimize manufacturing processes. Coordinate cross-functional communication between engineering, production, and regulatory teams to ensure seamless compliance and quality assurance. Conduct root cause analysis on quality issues, implementing corrective actions promptly to prevent recurrence. Ensure all manufacturing activities comply with HACCP, CGMP, and other relevant regulatory/legal standards in aerospace production environments.

Requirements Proven experience practicing in an industrial or manufacturing engineering role within aerospace or related sectors. Strong knowledge of quality standards such as

ISO 9001, ISO

13485, GMP, and FDA regulations applicable to aerospace manufacturing. Demonstrated expertise in conducting quality audits and implementing quality systems across complex production processes. Proficiency in quality inspection techniques, analysis skills, and GDT (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing). Familiarity with Six Sigma manufacturing principles and lean management strategies for process optimization. Excellent team leadership abilities with experience managing cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment. Exceptional communication skills for effective collaboration with diverse stakeholders and regulatory bodies.

Join us to lead our commitment to delivering the highest quality aerospace products! We value innovation, precision, and dedication—qualities that drive our success in this exciting industry.

Pay:

$40.00 - $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

Quality control: 3 years (Required) AS9100: 1 year (Preferred)

Leadership:

1 year (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required)

Work Location:

In person