Quality Assurance Lead – ISO 9001 & Audits

The HEICO Companies, LLC; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan options

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Kershaw Equipment in Montgomery, AL, part of The HEICO Companies, seeks a Quality Specialist to oversee the Quality Management System, support ISO 9001, AAR M-1003 compliance, and drive continuous improvement across production and supplier activities.

You will lead investigations of nonconformances, manage inspections, develop training, and coordinate audits, inspections, and corrective actions to ensure product quality and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in quality, engineering, manufacturing or related field preferred.
• Familiarity with quality management systems and tools (SPC, FMEA, Process Mapping, Control Plans).
• Reading blueprints and technical drawings; strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Establish and improve the QMS, including documentation, training and supporting systems.
• Lead investigations and corrective/preventive actions for quality issues.
• Maintain ISO 9001 and AAR M-1003 compliance and supplier quality oversight.
• Coordinate inspections, audits, and customer inquiries to ensure timely resolution.

Skills

Quality assurance

ISO 9001

FMEA

SPC

Process mapping

Root cause analysis

Analytical problem solving

Blueprint reading

Documentation

Communication

Education

Associate or Bachelor's in Quality/Engineering/Manufacturing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

ERP software

Job description

Kershaw Equipment in Montgomery, AL, part of The HEICO Companies, seeks a Quality Specialist to oversee the Quality Management System, support ISO 9001, AAR M-1003 compliance, and drive continuous improvement across production and supplier activities.

You will lead investigations of nonconformances, manage inspections, develop training, and coordinate audits, inspections, and corrective actions to ensure product quality and customer satisfaction.