Lead and manage the QC team, including establishing priorities in alignment with the needs of the business.
Drive a culture of quality that supports adherence to our quality management system and a right first-time mindset.
Develop, maintain, and enforce quality control procedures, inspection plans, sampling plans, and inspection methods.
Manage First Article Inspection (AS9102) processes and documentation; ensure FAI completeness and repeatability.
Ensure calibration and measurement system control (MSA/Gage R&R;) and oversee inspection equipment (CMM, optical systems, micrometers, etc.).
Monitor, report, and govern key quality metrics and drive improvement projects.
Utilize advanced analysis and control techniques to predict quality trends and anticipate potential issues before they arise.
Apply critical thinking to analyze complex situations, identify key issues and develop innovative, practical solutions through structured problem solving.
Lead complex root cause analyses and verify effectiveness of corrective/preventive actions.
Coordinate customer and regulatory audits; ensure continued AS9100 compliance