Position Summary
Magellan Aerospace has an exciting opportunity for Quality Director (Internal Only).
Full time, permanent position
39 hours per week
Job location: Llay, Wrexham, LL12 0PB.
Unionised site – works in partnership with Unite the Union.
The individual will participate as a member of Wrexham's management team and the European facilities' management team, in maintaining quality (and environmental) certifications, formulating and establishing a quality strategy and supporting policies to meet customer and regulatory requirements and continually improve the effectiveness of the quality (and environmental) management system(s). The incumbent will also oversee and direct the work of European facilities' quality (and environmental) teams to achieve continual improvement objectives.
Perks And Benefits
A company culture that promotes work life balance
Access to mental health support
Business performance related bonus
Career development opportunities
Commitment to continued learning and development
Perkbox - includes monthly treats and discounts from selected restaurants, cinemas, shops etc
Long Service Awards
Enhanced Holiday Entitlement based on length of service
Free parking
Essential Responsibilities
Oversee Magellan's Quality Systems/external certifications, Quality Assurance plans, FAI, inspection plans, special processes (and environmental) management) in Wrexham and Europe
Review the overall effectiveness of the facilities' quality efforts and activities to meet quality requirements as agreed upon by Magellan's customers. Communicate effectiveness and provides recommendations for improvement
Drive execution of quality initiatives across the regional operational sites to achieve strategic quality improvement objectives. The scope of initiatives is broad and will include hands-on support and leadership with operational sites on process / quality control advancement, project teamwork on quality system advancement, and QMS system enhancement and deployment
Provide leadership to the regional quality personnel and lead the customer facing element of the function
Maintain compliance to the company's AS 9100 (& ISO14001) registrations, Corporate policy and other certification requirements, stipulated by customers or regulatory authorities
Provide support and perspective to other senior management teams in new program development or implementation of new initiatives
Ensure conformance to all manufacturing procedures, inspection methods, and technologies to contractual requirements
Ensure internal and external quality (and environmental) metrics are in place and reviewed to monitor and measure the European facilities' operation performance. Identify and implement corrective actions required to overcome potential deficiencies
Lead root cause investigations and resolution of escalated quality (and environmental) incidents in compliance with industry best practice methodologies
Oversee the formulation and changes in quality procedures and methods throughout the region and direct their implementation in support of the Corporate quality strategy
Lead the generation of strategic and business planning of the function and manage a sizeable yearly budget
Champion the regional quality group's vision, values and standards in line with corporate policy
Position Requirements
Essential Criteria:
GCSE or equivalent including Maths & English.
Good verbal and written communication.
Engineering / Technical Diploma
Quality Professional Status
Certified Engineer Technologist / Certified Quality Professional (ISO 14001/AS9100) / Certified Environmental Professional
6 Sigma Black Belt/Green Belt
10+ years of broad technical quality experience, a minimum of 5 years in quality administration / quality engineering. Familiarity with continuous improvement techniques (6 Sigma, VSM, 5S, SPC, etc.)
5+ years in managing technical personnel and complex activities. These experiences should be gained in areas of engineering or technical operations and include a minimum of two years in quality management
Desirable Criteria:
Previous experience within the Aerospace Manufacturing industry is an asset but not must
Key Competencies:
Business Acumen
Communication
Motivation
Critical thinking & Problem solving
Conflict management
Timely decision making
Other Skills/Abilities
Personal Attributes:
To have Integrity
Respectful to others
Creative in finding ways to do things better
Act ethically in all you do
Collaborate well with others
About us:
Magellan Aerospace is a global, integrated aerospace company that provides complex assemblies and systems solutions to aircraft and engine manufacturers, defence and space agencies worldwide. The organization officially adopted the name "Magellan Aerospace Corporation" in 1996; deriving it from the intrepid explorer Ferdinand Magellan. His global exploits at the turn of the 15th century established a number of firsts, so the company's vision has been to carry this same legacy into the future of the aerospace industry.
At Magellan, we have over 80 years of collective knowledge and experience in the aerospace industry, and believe one truth: People create value. Employees are our greatest resource in working towards a successful future, and together we build professional relationships that thrive. We know that personal development is fundamental to the success of every individual, and every individual is fundamental to the success of our business, so we invest in our employees and provide excellent career progression opportunities. When you are part of Magellan, you are part of the team
Confidentiality
Magellan Aerospace respects the privacy and confidentiality of personal information provided by candidates and shall not disclose to any external parties unless legislated.
Thank you for considering this exciting opportunity. This document is intended to provide the reader with information and is not a contractual document. Some of the material therefore may be subject to change.