Quality Assurance Manager

Great Connections Employment Services; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is looking for a QA Manager based in Mississauga to ensure compliance with its Quality Management System and promote quality across the organization. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of relevant experience, particularly in aerospace quality, and excellent analytical skills. The position offers an attractive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Attractive benefits package

Generous Company pension plan

Positive work-life balance

Excellent career progression opportunities

Commitment to professional growth

Employee Assistance Program

Free parking

Employee Recreation Club

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant Manufacturing, Quality, or Engineering experience.
• Minimum 3 years in quality administration or quality engineering.
• Knowledge of aerospace industry standards and OEM requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with the company's Quality Management System.
• Lead root cause investigation and resolution of quality deficiencies.
• Organize and facilitate internal and external quality audits.

Skills

Quality Management

Root Cause Analysis

Statistical Analysis

ISO/AS Standards

Aerospace Quality Training

Inspection Techniques

Technical Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Technologist or Engineering degree

Job description

Our client isaglobal, integrated aerospace company that provides complex assemblies and systems solutions to aircraft and engine manufacturers, and defence and space agencies worldwide.

Currently, we have an exciting new opportunity for a QA Manager.

• Reports to Director of Process Engineering and Quality
• Working location:On-site at Mississauga, ON

The purpose of this position is to ensure compliance with the company's Quality Management System. The successful incumbent will be responsible for promoting quality throughout the organization and the supply base and addressing any quality-related issues.

• Ensure compliance with the company’s Quality Management System, Customers, regulatory requirements and Corporate policies and procedures.
• Ensure internal and external quality metrics are in place and reviewed to monitor and measure the facility’s operational performance. Identify and implement corrective actions required to overcome potential deficiencies.
• Lead root cause investigation and resolution of quality deficiencies with industry best practice methodologies.
• Organize and facilitate internal and external quality audits.
• Provide quality training, guidance and mentoring to employees and suppliers.
• Manage supplier quality, approvals and auditing of the company’s suppliers.
• Manages and participates in customer interface required to address quality scorecards and any other related quality issues.
• Organize management review meetings and support process owners to ensure QMS risks are identified, regularly assessed, and appropriately mitigated.

Position Requirements:

• Technologist or Engineering degree. Formal training in management courses is an asset.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant Manufacturing, Quality, or Engineering experience.
• Minimum of 3 years in quality administration / quality engineering. Aerospace quality training or gas turbine engine training/experience will be considered an asset.
• Solid technical background. Can interpret drawings and customer specifications.
• Knowledgeable in inspection techniques.
• Good understanding of quality requirements in an ISO/AS environment.
• Working knowledge of aerospace industry standards and OEM requirements.
• Strong understanding of Quality Management System and Auditing.
• Strong understanding of Root Cause Analysis and development of Corrective Action Plans.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis, process capability and problem resolution tools and techniques such as 5 Whys, 6 Sigma, FPY, etc.
• Basic or advanced knowledge of gas turbine engines.
• Excellent prioritization, planning, and organizational skills.
• Strong mentoring and training skills.
• Strong technical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong statistical, mathematical and critical thinking skills.
• Preventative, proactive and forward thinking.
• Ability to evaluate and implement advanced software and quality improvement tools.
• Understanding Flight Safety, H&S and Environmental principles.
• Understanding NADCAP and OEM Special Process requirements.

Compensation Package:

• Attractive benefits package (fully company-paid)
• Generous Company pension plan
• Positive work-life balance
• Excellent career progression opportunities
• Commitment to professional growth
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free parking
• Employee Recreation Club

Confidentiality
We respect the privacy and confidentiality of personal information provided by candidates and shall not disclose to any external parties unless legislated.

We are committed to an inclusive working environment and equal opportunities for all. We welcome all applications without regard to social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, national origin or religious belief, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state/province, or local law.

If you require an accommodation during the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let your Human Resources point of contact know and we will work with you, to the best of our ability to meet your needs.