This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13632171 As Chemring Energetic Devices (CED) celebrates 50 years of building products that protect our country, protect the individual warfighter, and send rockets into outer space, our growth is creating new opportunities to expand our team with talented individuals who want to shape the next era of mission-critical innovation. CED is well situated in Downers Grove, Illinois - we are located a commuter train ride west of Chicago and a short drive from farmland. CED\'s current salary range for this role is \$102,500 to \$138,500 / year. At CED, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions may vary based upon, but not limited to education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, shift, location and geography. In addition to base salary, the total compensation package may also include participation in a bonus, commission or incentive program. CEDs benefit offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus parental leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance and employer/partner discounts. CED follows a 9/80 work schedule allowing employees to enjoy alternating Fridays off.

JOB SUMMARY

The•Manager, Quality Control Manager (QCM)•holds accountability and responsibility to ensure that CEDs company- wide inspection processes meet quality standards/processes/procedures, customer expectations, and regulatory requirements. Working with Quality Inspection Leads, the QCM develops and oversees quality processes, ensures work is completed per schedule(s) requirements, leads inspections and audits, analyzes quality data, and implements corrective actions to improve performance. The QCM holds accountability for assigned personnel to be competently trained and continue development of staff. Requirements

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Manage the day-to-day operations of CEDs Quality Assurance Inspection department; holds full accountability for accuracy of work and safe and efficient operational outputs as predicated by company policy Direct the planning and scheduling of work to be performed to meet business needs, manufacturing schedules and on-time delivery to the customer Ensure compliance with the Quality management System (QMS) for delegated and designated responsibilities Establish priorities and allocate resources as required to accomplish all Inspection department goals Ensure a high level of skills, competency and cross training within the department for maximum flexibility Ensure segregation and disposition of non-conforming materials outside the Inspection team Ensure the team has the correct tools, systems and instruction to perform duties to a high degree of accuracy, completeness and compliance Manage employee performance by providing routine feedback to Inspection Lead(s) and assigned team members Manage the Non-conforming Reports process as related to non-conforming materials; ensure material custody transfer are complete per policy requirements Lead the Corrective Action Response (CAR) process for assigned / delegated responsibilities Holds ownership of CEDs calibration process and outcomes Effectively interface directly with various departments including Program Management, Engineering, Contracts and Manufacturing to be the subject matter expert in resolution of quality control questions and concerns Monitor and report on assigned KPIs; recommend and implement corrective actions for identified deviations Work with manufacturin g, supply chain, engineering and management staff on programs and procedures

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

Comply with government and corporate laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures Ensures 100% compliance with the Chemring Operational Framework, Code of Conduct and U.S. Code of Ethics and Business Conduct Other duties / responsibilities as assigned by leadership

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

Directly supervise Quality Inspection Leads and their assigned personnel.

EDUCATION

Bachelors degree in engineering or business, or equivalent combination of education and experience

EXPERIENCE

Minimum 5 years of progressive experience of Quality Control / Inspection within a manufacturing environment; experience within the Aerospace & Defense industry is highly preferred Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience

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