Quality Control Manager

Company Bio:

Entrepreneurial Leader

Heroux-Devtek, the world’s 3rd largest producer of landing gear, serves the civil and military aerospace markets from production facilities in North America and Europe. The Company’s longevity, flexibility, and track record for the development and implementation of innovative production systems have distinguished it as a leader in the domain. With its most recent acquisitions, Heroux-Devtek is bolstering its status as one of the foremost landing gear, actuation and hydraulic system designers and manufacturers in the global aerospace industry.

Division info:

The Landing Gear Market specializes in the design, qualification, manufacture and repair and overhaul of landing gears and flight critical components to a customer base that extends from the OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers) to the Operators in both the commercial and military markets.

Summary of position:

The Quality Control Manager will oversee and ensure the quality of MRO, Surface Treatment and Assembly and test in production within the Operations department. This role is critical in maintaining product quality standards, minimizing non-quality costs, and ensuring compliance with internal and external quality standards. Leading a team of 10 to 15 quality professionals, the Quality Control Manager will coordinate with cross-functional departments to achieve continuous improvement in the production process.

Main responsibilities:

• Oversee Quality Control of MRO, Surface Treatment and Assembly and test: Ensure adherence to quality standards throughout all production phases.
• Team Management: Lead and manage a team of 10-15 shop quality engineers and quality inspectors, ensuring they meet their targets and objectives.
• Non-Quality Cost Management: Track, analyze, and report on non-quality costs, including rejections and reworks. Implement strategies to reduce these costs.
• Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA)**: Prepare and implement RCCA for identified issues, and ensure the proper corrective measures are taken to avoid future non-conformities.
• Escapes Analysis: Provide support in analyzing and preventing escapes (missed non-conformities) by developing appropriate preventive measures.
• Improvement Plans: Develop and execute continuous improvement plans aimed at enhancing product quality, reducing waste, and increasing efficiency.
• Interdepartmental Coordination: Facilitate and coordinate quality-related deviations between different departments to resolve issues and maintain workflow integrity.
• Internal Audits and Spot Checks: Conduct regular internal audits and spot checks to ensure compliance with internal quality standards and procedures.
• External Audit Support: Assist in preparing for and supporting external audits to ensure successful compliance and certification with industry standards.
• Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs): Ensure proper follow-up on NCRs, making sure action plans are implemented and completed in a timely manner.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Proven experience (5+ years) in quality control or assurance within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience managing a team of 10 to 15 quality engineers and inspectors.
• Expertise in Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Action (RCCA).
• Knowledge of quality standards and methodologies (e.g., ISO 9001, Lean Six Sigma).
• Desirable knowledge on EASA/CAA Part 21 & Part 145.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and quality management software.
  
  

You enjoy challenges, teamwork an a quality working environment that evolves continuously? Developing your competencies is a priority for you? Join Héroux-Devtek and "lets grow together".