Quality Manager

Yulista Contract Services LLC

PRIMARY FUNCTION

The Quality Manager is responsible for realizing the companies Quality Management System (QMS), supervising personnel in performing visual and physical inspection, sampling, testing and control of parts, products and raw materials to conform to established specifications, applicable standards of quality.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Management Representative in AS9100/AS9100 Management Review Process

• Oversee the daily operations of personnel to include timekeeping and performance

• Ensure that personnel have all items necessary to accomplish their assigned task

• Monitor, coordinate, and review all aspects of project planning

• Review project work request for completeness and accuracy

• Provide accurate weekly/monthly status reporting, metrics and other contractual obligations to meet project performance requirements and customer expectations

• Responsible for the implementation and maintenance of quality requirements in the manufacturing/repair/testing process

• Experience in managing programs with electrical, electronic, machining, structures, composites, aircraft and ground support systems in a development, manufacturing and testing environment

• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental and quality practices and procedures as outlined in organizational/departmental guidelines and SOPs as well as applicable federal, state and local regulations

• Manages and coordinate the activities of all special processes such as, but not limited to NDI, welding, testing soldering for internal employees and approved subcontractors

• Executes and develops changes in methods, sampling techniques and control procedures and processes to ensure maximum quality to the customer

• Actively participates in business and strategic planning when needed

• Carries out audits and supports audits

• Provides professional interface with customer and/or government personnel

• Develops briefings for management, defines strategies

• Regularly updates training needs and establishes a program to maintain the skills of the team current, relevant and effective

• Position requires maintaining an active secret clearance

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Mentor and coach supervisors assigned to the department, facilitating and assisting in their growth within company.

• Establish goals, objectives and measures to drive continuous improvement of the QC operations

• Possess leadership skills and communications skills in team building

• Monitor attendance, timecard functions, performance appraisal, goal setting and immediate performance correction when necessary including terminations with due process

• Support meetings, schedules, review situations and provide solutions to Team and to Managers

• Represent the Quality Department as a Leader and Manager

• Estimate budgets, perform basis of estimates

• Track budgets, forecast capital equipment and tools requirements

• Must be able to recruit, train, guide, and mentor

• Interface with other Managers and support overall company objectives with respect to Quality, Safety & Customer Satisfaction

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge is mandatory of mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical principles applying to aircrew egress systems; concepts and application of applicable maintenance directives; and using and interpreting schematic drawings, and technical publications.

• Intermediate computer skills specifically using Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to learn additional computer skills or software programs. Working knowledge of advanced software applications is preferred.

• Ability to enter data accurately into databases.

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

• Interpersonal skills are necessary to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management and staff. Will also routinely interact with other crew members.

• Must possess effective oral and technical written communication skills to clearly communicate information to others.

• Ability to use general office equipment such as fax, phone, copier, scanner, printers, etc.

• Ability to follow a process.

• Comply with safety rules and regulations while performing day to day maintenance. Promptly report all accidents, injuries, safety violations, and/or unsafe practices or procedures.

• Strong professional customer service skills, including active listening, prompt service and follow-up.

• Strong decision analysis and problem-solving skills. Ability to draw conclusions and justify decisions. Must be able to communicate issues to management.

• Ability to learn and understand corporate policies and procedures and how they relate to Yulista goals.

• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations.

• High degree of self-motivation and the ability to work independently.

• Ability to multi-task.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• This position requires an advanced degree with eight (8) years' experience, a bachelor's degree with ten (10) years' experience, or fifteen (15) years of experience with a high school diploma or equivalent

• FAA regulated industry experience Part 21, 145 (Part 145)

• Experience with aircraft quality assurance, modifications, and maintenance,

• Must be able to travel to Customers or Suppliers location

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Government Security Clearance

• Ability to pass a drug and background screening

• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the field required

• Practical application of ISO/AS/FAA certification process

• DAR, DMIR, CQI, CQE, or CMQ is a plus

• LEAN/Six Sigma experience desirable

PREFERENCE STATEMENT
Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U. S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT
Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information.