Elbit Systems of America · 17 hours ago
Senior Manager Quality
Charleston, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expElbit Systems of America is a leading provider of high-performance products and system solutions focused on defense and security. The Senior Manager Quality is responsible for establishing and maintaining an efficient quality program to ensure the production of quality products and services while meeting regulatory requirements.
ComputerCyber SecurityManufacturing
Responsibilities
Lead development and maintenance of Quality/Business Management Systems with all business functions, including contracts, program management, procurement and operations
Drive a common Quality/Business Management System across all of Elbit Systems of America sites, leveraging common processes and cost savings
Manage continuous improvement initiatives across all sites. Synergize processes to obtain maximum performance and drive down costs
Work cross-functionally, especially with Operations, Engineering, Procurement and Contracts to ensure customer requirements are met and Key Performance Indicators are within tolerances
Monitor and prepare capital, labor and expense budgets ensuring cost-effective operations
Significant contribution to Operations Data Monitoring and Analysis. Provide input to monthly program reviews, periodic Management Reviews, etc. Influence and enhance current trending and analytics capability
Support the appropriate utilization of statistical sampling and probability methods to ensure cost effective utilization of resources while assuring company and customer quality and reliability objectives are met
Direct the planning and implementing of projects corrective and preventive actions
Review and monitor departmental functions and activities to ensure efficient utilization of manpower and other resources; determine the need for and implement staff reductions or expansions; conduct project meetings to determine status and assign responsibilities and implement changes necessary to improve operating effectiveness
Collaborate with Operations and Engineering personnel on all QS processes that interface with those departments such as Deviations, Material Review Board, Change Control, CAPA, Complaints, Nonconforming Material and Failure Investigations
Promote satisfactory employee relations and adherence to company policy and procedures
Other related duties as assigned by senior management
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree in business management, Quality or Engineering and 10 plus years related experience, to include at least 5 years management experience
Strong leadership skills are essential
Excellent communication skills, motivating teams, working collaboratively, and being an agent for change are critical must have attributes
Experience in developing/maintaining a certified Business/Quality Management System
Experience working with industry Certification Bodies
25% travel required
No limiting physical requirements
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in quality or engineering is required and/or preferred
Lead auditor certification (AS9100) is desired or Quality auditing certification
Benefits
Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off
Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future
Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
Flexible Vacation & PTO
Paid Parental Leave
Generous Employee Referral Program
Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identify Theft, Pet Insurance, and more
Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees
Company
Elbit Systems of America
Elbit Systems of America is an Defense Electronics, Homeland Security, Commercial Aviation, and Medical Instrumentation providing company. It is a sub-organization of Elbit Systems.
1001-5000 employees
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