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 Senior 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:
1. Oversee Quality Control of MRO, Surface Treatment and Assembly and test: Ensure adherence to quality standards throughout all production phases.
2. Team Management: Lead and manage a team of 10-15 shop quality engineers and quality inspectors, ensuring they meet their targets and objectives.
3. Non-Quality Cost Management: Track, analyze, and report on non-quality costs, including rejections and reworks. Implement strategies to reduce these costs.
4. 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.
5. Escapes Analysis: Provide support in analyzing and preventing escapes (missed non-conformities) by developing appropriate preventive measures.
6. Improvement Plans: Develop and execute continuous improvement plans aimed at enhancing product quality, reducing waste, and increasing efficiency.
7. Interdepartmental Coordination: Facilitate and coordinate quality-related deviations between different departments to resolve issues and maintain workflow integrity.
8. Internal Audits and Spot Checks: Conduct regular internal audits and spot checks to ensure compliance with internal quality standards and procedures.
9. External Audit Support: Assist in preparing for and supporting external audits to ensure successful compliance and certification with industry standards.
10. Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs): Ensure proper follow-up on NCRs, making sure action plans are implemented and completed in a timely manner.
Qualifications:
1. Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field (Master's degree preferred).
2. Proven experience (5+ years) in quality control or assurance within a manufacturing environment.
3. Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience managing a team of 10 to 15 quality engineers and inspectors.
4. Expertise in Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Action (RCCA).
5. Knowledge of quality standards and methodologies (e.g., ISO 9001, Lean Six Sigma).
6. Desirable knowledge on EASA/CAA Part 21 & Part 145.
7. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
8. Proficiency in data analysis tools and quality management software.
What we Offer?
• Generous group pension plan with up to 7.5% employer contribution matched by employees.
• Competitive salaries tied to performance, reviewed annually for fairness.
• Standard 38.5-hour week, Annual leave 25 days + bank holidays.
• Supportive environment investing in growth through mentorship and training.
• Cultivating a culture where diversity is valued and respected, fostering innovation and organizational success.
• Our motivating work environment and leadership approach empower individuals to enact meaningful change and contribute positively to the organization's success.
• Friend referral bonuses and loyalty programs are accessible, providing incentives for referrals and encouraging loyalty among employees.
• Social events like BBQs and Christmas parties for team building and fostering a vibrant workplace culture.
Héroux-Devtek aims to grow as an industry by meeting customer expectations through the dedication and commitment of its people. Heroux-Devtek emphasizes a culture centered on the "4 Rs": Respect, Responsibility, Recognition, and Resilience. This entails fostering quality relationships with customers, colleagues, and suppliers, ensuring quality delivery and fairness, acknowledging employee achievements, and promoting flexibility, openness, and tenacity among employees. This approach contributes to a stable workforce and reinforces an entrepreneurial spirit, guiding employees towards shared objectives.
Equal Opportunity to Employees:
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these characteristics.
User privacy is paramount, we are committed to safeguarding your personal data in compliance with GDPR regulations.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
Héroux-Devtek is an equal opportunity employer.
FOR UNITED STATES ONLY:
If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by calling us at 1-877-427-7717. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be routed to provide assistance in order to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process. Heroux Devtek is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), including Disability/Vets.
HDI Landing Gear is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, HDI Landing Gear will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
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