thyssenkrupp · 3 months ago
Quality Manager - Supplier ODA Focal
Plainfield, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expThyssenkrupp is a global materials distributor and service provider, focusing on supplying aerospace raw materials and finished part logistics. The Quality Manager will lead the development of a total quality environment, ensuring compliance with quality management systems and regulatory obligations while driving continuous quality improvement and customer satisfaction.
AutomotiveConstructionIndustrialIndustrial EngineeringManufacturingMechanical EngineeringMiningOil and Gas
Responsibilities
Direct and coordinate all aspects of Quality Management, including ISO/AS/TS compliance, quality improvement initiatives (CQIB), and customer satisfaction strategies to support company goals and objectives
Report on the suitability and effectiveness of the Quality Assurance System while fostering a strong quality culture across all branches through leadership collaboration and communication
Partner with department managers to establish goals, assess competencies, and guide quality outputs in alignment with corporate Quality Objectives
Maintain frequent communication with site Quality Assurance Representatives to ensure consistency, effectiveness, and alignment across regions
Lead and oversee quality assurance functions, including planning, statistical process controls, corrective/preventive action systems (CPAR), customer/vendor claims, trend analysis, and documentation of customer quality requirements
Direct internal and external audits, provide technical assistance, root cause/corrective action process, manage quality non-conformance and drive employee training and development in quality, regulatory compliance, LEAN, and safety
Support overall ODA program activities as required, including maintaining Unit Member records, coordinating application reviews and evaluation panels, tracking required FAA training, and assisting with annual evaluations and related correspondence
Assist in developing, revising, and maintaining ODA quality manuals and procedures in collaboration with ODA representatives and stakeholders, ensuring alignment with FAA policies and identifying process or training impacts from regulatory updates
Contribute to planning and execution of ODA and FAA audits, including preparing audit materials and reports, coordinating timely closure of corrective actions, and ensuring accurate tracking and reporting of ODA/FAA-required metrics and quarterly submissions
Provide leadership and direct supervision to quality department teams across multiple functions, ensuring alignment with organizational goals
Report directly to the Plant Manager and indirectly to Corporate Regulatory/Trade Compliance leadership to drive corporate quality, standardization, and safety initiatives
Participate, support, and comply with all health, safety, quality, ISO and 6S Initiatives, compliance and Lean initiatives, requirements, and/or trainings
Ability to access and work in SAP or other Warehouse Management System
Provide leadership and direct supervision to quality department teams across multiple functions, ensuring alignment with organizational goals
Report directly to the Plant Manager and indirectly to Corporate Regulatory/Trade Compliance leadership to drive corporate quality, standardization, and safety initiatives
Participate, support, and comply with all health, safety, quality, ISO and 6S Initiatives, compliance and Lean initiatives, requirements, and/or trainings
Ability to access and work in SAP or other Warehouse Management System
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree/ 3+ years management experience/ leadership/team building/training in Quality Assurance/Control
ODA Certification/industry credential & knowledge of ODA programs, FAA regulations, or aerospace regulatory compliance
3+ years relevant experience working as a supplier ODA Focal or Unit Member in an aerospace or any equivalent industry
Experience in TQM, ISO/QS 9000 ISO Assessor Certification, SPC
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, with strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Demonstrates dedication to delivering high-quality customer service while being positive, detail-oriented, organized, team-oriented, and a proactive problem-solver capable of multitasking and prioritizing in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
This position requires access to export-controlled technical data or technology. Employment is contingent upon obtaining any required export authorization from the appropriate government agency or agencies
Preferred
ASQ certification
ISO Lead Assessor Certification
5 years plus Quality Assurance/Control
3+ years of experience as an FAA ODA Unit Member or Supplier ODA Focal, with working knowledge of FAA rules, regulations, ODA programs, and aerospace regulatory compliance (or equivalent industry experience)
Training in strategic planning and motivation
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Life Insurance and Disability
Voluntary Wellness Programs
401(k) and RRSP programs with Company Match
Paid Vacation and Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
And more!
Company
thyssenkrupp
ThyssenKrupp is a diversified industrial group that consists of independent industrial and technology businesses. It is a sub-organization of pacemaker.ai.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.66BKey Investors
Elliott Management Corp.
2018-05-22Post Ipo Equity
2017-09-25Post Ipo Equity· $1.66B
1999-03-25IPO
Leadership Team
Gary Tucker
Chief Executive Officer
Mark Yonick
Retired President, CEO, CFO, Copper and Brass Sales
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