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About the Role
Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) in Kingston, NY is seeking a Quality Excellence Manager to develop and lead the Quality Assurance system, ensuring manufacturing processes meet ISO9001 and Quality Assurance Manual standards. This is a key change-agent position accountable for results with minimal guidance, responsible for developing strategies, priorities, and directing implementation.
Responsibilities
- Manages the Quality Assurance department, including supervision, hiring, training, and performance appraisal of personnel.
- Schedules and tracks inspection, lab, and testing activities for maximum effectiveness and efficiency.
- Interprets customer, corporate, and division quality standards for plant personnel.
- Develops and maintains site procedures and processes in support of the division Quality Assurance Manual.
- Leads and promotes the quality assurance philosophy, including preventive quality systems.
- Implements/maintains procedures for inspection, disposition, and record retention for incoming raw materials and components.
- Reviews quality issues with suppliers and provides supplier surveillance assistance.
- Proactively involved in corrective action and problem-solving strategies, identifying root causes of non-conformance.
- Responsible for measurement of non-conformance costs and securing/maintaining data collection and statistical systems.
- Coordinates management meetings to review corrective action and quality systems.
- Publishes regular reports and identified trends.
- Interfaces with Customers, Engineering, and Operations to identify requirements, plan for product realization, and support continuous improvements.
- Ensures the Gage calibration system is effective and complies with company operating procedures.
- Maintains a system for calibrating inspection, gaging, and process instruments.
- Works with vendors to improve inspection techniques and equipment.
- Ensures compliance with ISO9001 and Industry regulatory requirements.
- Coordinates and conducts customer and accreditation audits.
- Enhances and implements the internal audit system and associated corrective actions.
- Leads training efforts for HFS-Kingston employees regarding total preventive quality.
- Develops effective relationships with all levels of staff and functional groups.
- Influences outcomes with higher-order communication, change management, and influencing skills.
- Acts as a skilled people manager and developer, challenging, motivating, and developing high-performance teams.
- Coaches and mentors others to achieve success in fluid, project/team-based environments.
- Works in a safe manner that promotes the health and well-being of the individual and the environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university required.
- 5+ years experience with preventive Quality Systems or relative military experience.
- 3+ years of supervisory level experience overseeing Quality Systems.
- Demonstrated record of achievement in improving operational metrics.
- Ability to handle multiple projects concurrently and reprioritize as needed.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate cross-functionally.
- Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
- Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Skills
- Mechanical inspection equipment such as micrometers, optical comparators, hardness testers, and torque testers.
- Ability to influence site culture and drive cultural transformation towards proactive quality assurance practices.
- Leadership, mentoring, and project management.
- Basic knowledge of SPC methods.
- ASQ Certifications: CQE, CQM, CRE, CQA or CSSBB
- Lean 6 Sigma Certification
- Knowledge of and direct experience with AS, IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 17025, NADCAP
Location
- Kingston, NY
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 5+ years experience with preventive Quality Systems or relative military experience
- 3+ years of supervisory level experience overseeing Quality Systems
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Metallurgy, Mechanical Engineering, or related field preferred.
Salary/Compensations
- $130,000 – $145,000
Benefits
- Competitive wages
- Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
- Excellent 401k matching program
- Paid holidays and vacation
- Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision benefits coverage, including FSA and HSA account options
- Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) retirement savings plans offering employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution
- Paid holidays and vacation time
- Paid parental leave and adoption assistance programs
- Life insurance and disability coverage plans
- Optional coverage plans for auto, home, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance
- Tuition Assistance Program and ongoing professional development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
About the Company
- Howmet Aerospace Inc. is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries, focusing on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts, and forged wheels.
- Howmet Fastening Systems is the premier designer and manufacturer of aerospace and industrial fasteners, latches, fluid fittings, and installation tools used across various industries including commercial and military aircraft, jet engines, industrial gas turbines, automobiles, and construction equipment.
Equal Opportunity
- Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
- We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
- If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email: TalentAcquisitionCoE_Howmet@howmet.com