Quality Engineering Manager

$90,000 - $96,000/Yr

Unclassified - Chandler, AZ

Part-time - Senior

Chandler, AZ

About the position

The Quality Engineering Manager at Armor Works Enterprises is responsible for overseeing quality engineering operations related to assigned programs and product lines. This role involves managing a team of quality engineers, ensuring adherence to quality standards in manufacturing processes, and fostering customer satisfaction through effective quality management practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day quality engineering operations including task assignments and productivity.
• Direct leadership for a team of quality engineers and other roles as assigned.
• Approve weekly payroll and leave time requests.
• Develop goals and objectives for the quality team.
• Evaluate direct report performance in regular reviews.
• Ensure effective interface with customers, suppliers, and internal functions to resolve quality issues.
• Function as Quality Subject Matter Expert for assigned programs and product lines.
• Provide leadership and training to employees on quality assurance concepts and tools.
• Participate or lead internal process audits in support of the Quality Management System.
• Foster the use of the corrective action process and implement permanent corrective actions.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in a relevant field.
• At least ten years of Quality Assurance experience, with five years in a management role.
• Background in metal fabrication, welding, machining, composite manufacturing, or assembly preferred.
• Working knowledge of formal quality tools such as Ishikawa Diagram, Control Charts, and Root Cause/Corrective Action.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings/specifications.
• Hands-on inspection experience beneficial, with comprehension of GD&T applications.
• Proficiency in ERP systems, CAD, QA Software, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to correlate statistical data to process, product, and material properties.
• Ability to employ statistical analysis techniques such as hypothesis testing and capability analysis.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a team environment.
• Thorough knowledge of ISO 9001:2015/AS9100D, AS9102 FAIs, AIAG, and PPAPs.

Nice-to-haves

• ASQ certification is a plus.
• Master's degree or MBA preferred.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance