Supervisor, Quality Inspection

Safran Cabin; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran in Carson, CA is seeking a Supervisor of Quality Inspection to assist the Director of Operations in planning and directing the QA program. You will coach and support the testing of materials and processes, analyze data, and ensure products meet quality standards throughout production.

The role involves supervising a team, interfacing with customers and authorities on First Article Inspections, and driving continuous improvement to minimize costs while maximizing reliability.

Qualifications

• Six (6) years minimum experience as an inspector in quality control/inspection.
• Two (2) years leadership experience minimum.
• Experience with ISO, Boeing, Airbus, FAA, CAA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise 1 to 15 employees in the Quality Assurance Department.
• Ensure production units are inspected and discrepancies corrected prior to shipping.
• Participate in First Article Inspections interfacing with customers and regulatory authorities.
• Prepare corrective action requests on nonconforming issues.

Skills

Quality inspection

Leadership

Analytical

Problem solving

Regulations

Education

High school diploma or GED

College/University degree or certificate (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Here, we craft excellence together. Your mission? Making the journey the most enjoyable part of the trip.

Join our first-class team to reinvent in-flight experience and play a pivotal part on our team. The Supervisor, Quality Inspection assists the Director of Operations and/or Operations Manager in planning, coordinating, and directing the quality assurance program, designed to ensure continuous production consistent with established standards. Coaches, assists and supports co-workers and direct reports in the testing and inspection of materials and processes at various stages of production and evaluates results and/or statistical data to determine and maintain quality and reliability of products by performing the following duties.

1. 1. Directly supervise 1 to 15 employees in the Quality Assurance Department. Direct subordinates, engaged in inspection and testing activities, to ensure continuous control over materials and products.
2. 2. Ensure that production units are inspected and discrepancies corrected prior to shipping the units out of the facility.
3. 3. Participate in First Article Inspections - interfacing with customers, airframe manufacturers and/or the Federal Aviation Administration on applicable Quality issues and ensuring First Article submissions are in accordance with customer specifications and established procedures.
4. 4. Prepare corrective action requests (CAR) on nonconforming issues when appropriate.
5. 5. Formulate and maintain quality assurance objectives and coordinate objectives with production procedures, in cooperation with the management team to maximize product reliability and minimize costs.
6. 6. Prepare Drawing Change Requests on nonconforming issues.
7. 7. Participate in the Material Review Board as needed.
8. 8. Analyze statistical data and product specifications to determine present standards and establish proposed quality and reliability expectancy of finished product.
9. 9. Investigate customer complaints regarding quality.
10. 10. Select products/materials for tests at various stages in the production process, and test products in such areas as: dimensions, performance, mechanical, electrical, or chemical characteristics.
11. 11. Interpret engineering drawings, schematic diagrams and confer with management and/or engineering staff to determine quality and reliability standards.
12. 12. Audit production areas to verify parts are organized and labeled in the work area and to verify that measuring devices and tools are calibrated regularly.
13. 13. Evaluate data and generate reports to validate or indicate deviations from existing standards.
14. 14. Analyze internal reports, records and customer information applicable to Quality.
15. 15. Assist manufacturing personnel with drawing interpretation and workmanship criteria.
16. 16. Perform all other duties as assigned. Education: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. College/University degree or Certificate from a technical school preferred

Experience:

Minimum of six (6) experience as an inspector in a quality control or inspection department. Minimum of two (2) years leadership experience.

Computer Skills:

• Basic knowledge Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Other Skills:

• Effective oral and written communications skills
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and assignments with attention to detail
• Problem solving, well organized, detailed oriented and accurate.
• Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency in working with ISO, Boeing, Airbus, FAA, CAA regulations
• Ability to correctly interpret engineering drawings
• Proficiency in the use of measuring equipment, such as tape measures, micrometers and calipers
• Ability to measure angles
• Understanding of basic algebra and geometry
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations, and problems arising from managing a group of individuals
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and direction