Manager, Quality Mgmt
Forest, OH, US, 45843
Triumph Systems, Electronics & Controls division location in Forest, Ohio, is a premier independent aerospace supplier specializing in mission‑critical thermal and fluid management solutions for both commercial and military platforms. Our advanced technologies support a wide range of applications, including aircraft, engines, weapons pods, cruise missiles, avionics, and electronic systems.
Responsibilities
Ensure the Quality organization is a full partner in driving company execution and improving business operations.
Establish and drive Quality initiatives that advance improvement in both delivery and cost and ultimately support the site strategy.
Promote people development by actively engaging in mentoring, knowledge transfer, training, performance management and career development.
Actively interface with customers to promote positive, constructive relationships.
Ensure that the quality of products meets or exceeds customer requirements.
Be responsible for administration of the site Quality Management System.
Ensure that audits, both internally and externally, are performed, true root causes uncovered and corrective actions are followed through to correct any deficiencies and discrepancies observed.
Provide oversight and reporting of Production Accountability.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering. Master’s Degree preferred.
10+ years of Manufacturing and Quality Assurance experience in Aerospace or other complex manufacturing industry with exacting/demanding requirements.
Demonstrated success at delivering superior business results through the effective execution of the Quality Management System.
A solid compliance and regulatory background, including the administration of a Quality Management System.
Possess Lean 6 Sigma skills and experience.
Overall knowledge, skills, and abilities that reflect: Leadership, Strategy Development, Financial Acumen, Negotiation Skills, Organization Skills, Communication Skills, Team Work, Creativity, and Visionary Forward Thinking.
Accomplished in building positive relationships with co-workers, suppliers and customers.
Pursuant to International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”), applicants for SELECT positions will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residence, or U.S. Immigration Status in order to meet the minimum qualifications for those select positions. All inquiries related to citizenship are asked solely to comply with ITAR and EAR export licensing requirements.
Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
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Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Practical knowledge of state-of-the-art inspection and quality engineering/assurance techniques, procedures, instruments, equipment, theories, principles and concepts and general business operations.
- Demonstrated working knowledge of, and compliance to AS9100.
- Practical knowledge of Quality Assurance analysis tools (Six Sigma, FAI, PPAP, APQP, PFMEA, 8D, Apollo, Fishbone).
- Knowledge of aerospace industry or similar industry products and legal and regulatory requirements related to field.
- Hands on experience in the use of CMM inspection equipment and/or certification in X-Ray or NDT would be preferred.
- Ability to effectively apply continuous improvement principles and techniques to quality and manufacturing functions.
- Ability to use standard business software applications and/or specialized data analysis tools.
- Ability to work on a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity where analysis of the situation or data requires thorough identification of factors and analysis of impact; work within general work objectives regarding projects and team goals.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret drawings, specifications and financial reports. Ability to use standard manual inspection tools (surface plate & height gage; vernier calipers & micrometers; plug & thread gages, etc.).
- Ability to effectively communicate and present information to team members, team leaders and top management; respond to significant inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
- Ability to interpret a broad variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form that include several abstract and concrete variables.
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Ability to use full discretion in selecting procedures and techniques to apply to work and determine priority and order of assignments.
- Ability to effectively demonstrate team member competencies and participate in goal-setting, performance feedback, and self-development activities.
Benefits:
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage with plan options that provide flexibility and choice (including telehealth options)
- Healthcare spending accounts
- Paid parental leave
- Paid/flexible time off in addition to paid company holidays
- 401(k) with company match
- Disability and life insurance
- Incentives and performance-based rewards
- Exciting growth and development opportunities empowered by our TRIUMPH Transformation and an entrepreneurial environment that encourages innovation and creativity
Work Environment and Physical Demands:
The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms: stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Nearest Major Market: Lima
Nearest Secondary Market: Findlay