Quality Lead

Winchester Interconnect; Garden Grove (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Winchester Interconnect is seeking a Quality Lead to ensure products meet the highest quality standards and regulatory requirements. You will lead a team of quality control inspectors and technicians, guiding QA/QC activities across the manufacturing lifecycle and partnering with cross-functional groups to address issues and drive continuous improvement.

The role reports to the Quality Manager and requires hands-on inspection process oversight, strong problem-solving skills, and a track record

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Quality Assurance, or related field (or 3 years relative experience).
• Knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001, NADCAP; familiarity with FAI and PPAP.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to interpret drawings and specifications.
• Excellent communication and cross-department collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of quality control inspectors and technicians.
• Implement quality control procedures, standards, and inspection protocols.
• Perform root cause analysis and drive corrective and preventive actions.
• Maintain accurate records of quality control activities and compliance documentation.
• Generate quality reports, metrics, and KPIs for management.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain to resolve quality issues.
• Participate in production meetings and supplier evaluations to improve quality and reliability.
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce defects and improve manufacturing efficiency.
• Champion quality-related initiatives and uphold AS9100 QMS standards.

Skills

Quality control

Root cause analysis

Data-driven decisions

Communication

Education

Associate's degree in Aerospace/Mechanical/Quality Assurance (or related field)

Tools

QMS

Salesforce

Google Workspace

ADP / Syspro

Job description

At Winchester Interconnect, we always do the right thing, the right way.

Winchester Interconnect is committed to inspiring the most innovative teams. We foster a dynamic, inclusive environment that thrives on collaboration and continuous growth. We hire exceptional people, celebrate wins, empower employee growth, and provide opportunities to thrive. Winchester is where potential transforms into purpose, and every team member plays a vital role in shaping our shared success.

Position Summary

As our Quality Lead, you will be responsible for ensuring that our products meet the highest quality standards and regulatory requirements. You will lead a team of quality control inspectors and technicians, overseeing all aspects of quality assurance and control processes throughout the manufacturing lifecycle. Your role will involve collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to identify and address quality issues, implement corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

This position reports to the Quality Manager.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Associate's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Quality Assurance, or related field or 3 years of relative experience.
• Thorough understanding of aerospace quality standards and regulations, such as AS9100, ISO 9001, and NADCAP, along with familiarity with industry-specific quality tools and methodologies (e.g., FAI, PPAP).
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to conduct root cause analysis, interpret technical drawings/specifications, and drive effective problem-solving initiatives.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and levels of the organization.

Our core values - Accountability, Collaboration, Empowerment (ACE) - are the foundation of how we operate and drive success. You will take ownership of your contributions, collaborate with a team that gets stuff done, and be empowered to innovate and pursue bold initiatives that drive our business forward.

Are You Our Next ACE?

• Lead and mentor a team of quality control inspectors and technicians, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure alignment with quality objectives.
• Foster a culture of quality excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement within the quality control team.
• Implement quality control procedures, standards, and inspection protocols to ensure compliance with company regulations and customer requirements.
• Work with the Engineers and Managers to perform root cause analysis and investigate quality issues, non-conformances, and discrepancies, implementing corrective and preventive actions as necessary.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of quality control activities, inspection results, and compliance documentation.
• Generate comprehensive quality reports, metrics, and performance indicators to track quality trends, identify areas for improvement, and report findings to management.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and other departments to ensure effective communication and resolution of quality-related issues.
• Participate in production meetings, and supplier evaluations to proactively address quality concerns and optimize product quality and reliability.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality processes, reduce defects, and optimize manufacturing efficiency.
• Champion quality-related projects and initiatives aimed at enhancing product quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with respective departments in a way that leads by example, holds people accountable and utilizes data to make informed decisions.
• Enforce and interpret the Quality and AS9100 QMS standards.
• Involve supervisor with quality deficiencies.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Systems You’ll Use

• Google Workspace
• ADP / Syspro / QMS / Smartviews / Salesforce / Planful / AwardCo

Pay Transparency

Winchester Interconnect Corporation is committed to pay transparency. The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $32.00 per hour. Exact salary will be contingent upon your experience, education, skills, and any other factors Winchester Interconnect Corporation considers relevant to the hiring decision.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. In addition to federal law requirements, Winchester Interconnect complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

Winchester Interconnect expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.