Find & Apply For Quality Control Systems Manager Jobs in Portland, Oregon

Country United States of America

State / County Oregon

City Portland

Division Structurals

Company LPC

Function Quality

Workplace Type On-Site

Position type Full Time Opportunity

ID 25045

Job Description Position Summary:

Reporting to the plant Quality Manager, the Quality Systems Manager will be responsible for managing quality systems in support of manufacturing, including management of AS13100, AS/ISO, and NADCAP requirements. This role is responsible for developing, maintaining, and improving quality systems, procedures, audits, training programs, and compliance activities in accordance with company, customer, and regulatory requirements. The position may also provide leadership and development for direct reports while driving continuous improvement initiatives that enhance quality performance and customer satisfaction.

Essential Functions:

Develop, maintain, and improve Quality systems relating to ISO, AS9100, NADCAP, AS13100 and internal processes to meet customer requirements

Work with functional groups to drive root cause / corrective action for all internal and external non-conformances.

Develop, maintain, and communicate metrics regarding performance of the Quality Management System.

Act as Lead Auditor for the AS /ISO Internal Audit program. Manage all qualified auditors to ensure audits are effective, timely, and results are communicated / managed.

Responsible for review of customer drawings, specifications, etc. to identify / implement customer quality system requirements.

Coordinate production procedures in cooperation with other plants to maximize product reliability and minimize costs.

Design, develop and implement quality control training programs.

Lead, coach, develop, and hold accountable direct reports while fostering a culture of quality, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Other duties as assigned

Required Skills:

Previous responsibility for quality systems and programs, preferably within the aerospace manufacturing industry.

Direct involvement with Quality Systems management to AS9100 and

ISO 9001

standards.

Experience and knowledge of

UPPAP/APQP, 8D, MSA

(Measurement Systems Analysis), process monitoring, and process management.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities and adapt quickly to changing business needs.

Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and organizational skills.

Pragmatic and results-oriented with a strong continuous improvement mindset.

Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across multiple functions.

Ability to communicate with all levels of management, employees, suppliers and customers.

Highly organized, self-motivated individual who can work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Must be able to work on multiple tasks, have good decision-making skills, and be detailed oriented.

Proven ability to work hands-on with the team to achieve objectives. Experience & Education Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Materials Science, Engineering, or a related technical field. Master's degree or MBA preferred.

Minimum of 5 years of progressive quality experience in a manufacturing environment.

Previous supervisory or management experience with responsibility for leading and developing team members preferred.

Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, and/or Six Sigma experience strongly preferred.

Knowledge of blueprints, engineering specifications, and special process requirements.

Lead Auditor certification preferred.

Aerospace industry experience with AS9100, AS13100, and NADCAP systems strongly preferred. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

National Security and Export Controls:

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

About PCC With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit. PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth. In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp. Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.