Aerospace Supplier Quality Leader (Remote/Travel)

Method360 Talent Acquisition; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Method360 Talent Acquisition is seeking a Quality professional to lead supplier performance and drive improvements across the supply chain in Rockford, IL. You will influence root-cause analysis, implement corrective actions, and ensure AS9100 and ITAR compliance throughout the supplier network.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years in Quality/Engineering, with preference for AS9100 Lead Auditor training and CQI accreditation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in engineering, statistics, quality or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in Quality or Engineering.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
• ITAR: All applicants must be U.S. persons as defined by ITAR.
• AS9100 Lead Auditor Training or Industry equivalent preferred.
• Understanding of Supplier Quality requirements and contractual flow downs.
• Understanding of AS9100/ ISO9001 requirements and how they may be achieved through the QMS.
• CQI accreditation preferred.
• Experience managing several projects simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving mindset.
• Experience in Aerospace a plus.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for quality performance across a portfolio of suppliers.
• Generate and lead improvement initiatives relating to the suppliers to contain quality issues, reduce supplier PPM, and reduce escape events.
• Drive root cause, permanent corrective actions and read across for verified quality issues.
• Audit suppliers to the site audit schedule (Compliance to AS9100 & company flow down requirements).
• Influence and engage key stakeholders to resolve complex supplier related issues and improvement opportunities.
• Remote and onsite visits with suppliers to build relationships, identify root cause and verify corrective actions.
• Ensure reject notes and investigation reports are carried out in a compliant and timely manner.
• Ensure compliance and quality improvement of supplier’s products and processes.
• Drive resolution to supplier escapes and prevent re-occurrence.
• Support the Quality Management System to ensure compliance with all applicable requirements e.g. AS9100, & Customer.
• Providing reports and corrective action status for management reviews.
• Ensure critical non-conformances are actioned through 8D’s and other appropriate problem-solving tools.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, statistics, quality or related field

Minimum 3 years' experience in Quality or Engineering

Strong attention to detail and problem-solving mindset

Experience in Aerospace a plus

Tools

AS9100 Knowledge

Quality Management Systems (QMS)

Job description

Method360 Talent Acquisition is seeking a Quality professional to lead supplier performance and drive improvements across the supply chain in Rockford, IL. You will influence root-cause analysis, implement corrective actions, and ensure AS9100 and ITAR compliance throughout the supplier network.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years in Quality/Engineering, with preference for AS9100 Lead Auditor training and CQI accreditation.