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Woodward, Inc. · 1 week ago

Quality Management Systems Engineer

Fort Collins, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$75K/yr - $120K/yr

Woodward, Inc. is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members while designing and delivering energy control solutions. They are seeking a highly skilled ISO 9001/AS9100 Lead Auditor Quality Management Engineer to oversee the implementation and maintenance of quality management systems, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and driving continuous improvement.

Consumer Goods

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain QMS policies, procedures, and documentation aligned with ISO 9001 and AS9100 standards

Ensure compliance with regulatory and customer requirements while promoting a culture of quality throughout the organization

Plan, schedule, and conduct internal audits to assess compliance with ISO 9001/AS9100 standards and company policies

Document audit findings, recommend corrective actions, and follow up on their implementation

Serve as the lead auditor for external audits, including customer, supplier, and third-party audits

Coordinate with certification bodies for ISO 9001/AS9100 audits and ensure successful certification and recertification

Identify opportunities for process improvement and lead initiatives to enhance quality, efficiency, and effectiveness

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement corrective and preventive actions based on audit results and non-conformance reports

Provide training and guidance to employees on ISO 9001/AS9100 requirements and QMS best practices

Act as a subject matter expert for quality standards and mentor quality team members

Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of QMS processes, audit reports, and corrective action plans

Generate regular quality metrics and reports to communicate performance trends to management

Evaluate supplier quality systems and conduct supplier audits to ensure compliance with applicable standards

Work closely with customers to address quality concerns and meet their specific requirements

Qualification

ISO 9001 Lead AuditorAS9100 Lead AuditorQuality Management SystemsAerospace Industry KnowledgeRoot Cause AnalysisStatistical AnalysisMicrosoft Office SuiteQuality Management SoftwareSix SigmaLean ManufacturingCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsLeadership Skills

Required

Certification as an ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 Lead Auditor (e.g., IRCA or equivalent)

Proven experience in quality management systems, auditing, and compliance with ISO 9001 and AS9100 standards

Strong knowledge of aerospace industry requirements, including AS9100 standards

Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail and the ability to identify non-conformances and improvement opportunities

Proficient in quality tools such as root cause analysis, corrective action processes, and statistical analysis

Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills to collaborate effectively across teams and levels

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and quality management software tools

Ability to travel as needed to conduct audits and assessments

Preferred

Experience in the aerospace or defense industry

Familiarity with additional standards such as ISO 14001, AS9110, or Nadcap

Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing

Benefits

All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.

401(k) match (4.5%)

Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)

Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members

12 paid holidays, including floating holidays.

Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire

Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.

Paid parental leave.

Adoption Assistance

Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.

Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life

Member referral bonus

Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending

Voluntary benefits, including:

Home / Auto Insurance discounts

Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

Company

Woodward, Inc.

Glassdoor3.6

Woodward is the global leader in the design, manufacture, and service of energy conversion and control solutions for the aerospace and industrial equipment markets.

Founded in 1870