Quality NDT Leader

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• 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.
• This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant’s ability to lawfully obtain access to such items
• Requires a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related discipline 
• A minimum of five (5) years of relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment is required for this position.
• A minimum of three (3) years of supervisory/leadership experience is required.
• Knowledge of non-destructive testing methods.
• Experience with quality tools, such as CAPA, six-sigma, lean manufacturing, PPAP, FMEA, problem solving techniques, root-cause-analysis.

RELOCATION

Relocation benefit maybe offered for this position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working with AS9100 QMS standards

Physical Demands/Equipment Used

• In a normal workday, job requires very frequent sitting and a viewing monitor also requires frequent standing and walking;
• Lifting and carrying is typically limited to 10 lbs. or less and up to 25 lbs. occasionally;
• Specific vision requirements must be met for this position; 
• This position requires occasional travel and duties may be performed in various manufacturing settings.

MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Essential Cognitive Skills include frequently to continuously managing others, having the ability to make decisions, understanding and memory and social interaction with internal and external contacts;
• Ability to develop strong quality people by using best mentoring, coaching and grooming skills with long term planning.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Howmet Engines is a world-class producer of aero engine and industrial gas turbine components, including airfoils, rings, disks and forgings. We excel in vacuum melted superalloys, machining, performance coatings and hot isostatic pressing for high performance parts that enable the next generation of quieter, more fuel-efficient aero engines and cleaner power generation. Howmet Dover Casting is a world-class supplier of complex, investment-cast turbine airfoils and other components for the aircraft engine and industrial gas turbine industries. Howmet Dover Alloy is a world-class supplier of vacuum and air-melted nickel- and cobalt-based superalloys to aerospace, gas turbine, medical and other high-technology industrial markets.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Quality NDT Leader is responsible for assuring compliance to plant, corporation, customer, and industry standards of the non-destructive testing methods (including but not limited to: visual - VT, ultrasonic - UT, FPI - PT, X-ray – RT/DR, Crystal Grain Etch - CVM). This position will be responsible for leading audits and driving continuous improvement efforts to improve quality and process controls.

Anticipated Pay Range: $93K-110K per Year.  *Pay rates within this range are determined based on various factors including experience, education, certifications, etc.

We are proud to offer a competitive benefits package, including comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage, matching 401K, Life Insurance,  Short Term Disability, Performance Pay Bonus,  Paid Time Off, Wellness Programs, EAP Program (free local gym membership)  as  well as other discounted benefits

Environmental Health and Safety Responsibilities:

• Expected to assist in the implementation of Howmet Aerospace’s value and policy statement and its accompanying principles;
• Comply with all department, facility, Corporate and Regulatory EH&S regulations;
• Wear all required personal protective equipment;
• Report all job-related illness and injuries (Per employee handbook); 
• Report all Safety, Health & Environmental concerns to your supervisor in a timely manner;
• Attend all EH&S training.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Job Functions

• Ensure that NDT methods and procedures meet the customer and industry standards. 
• Maintain compliance of products and processes in manufacturing to specific company, industry, and customer requirements.
• Support L3s in maintaining training and certification of NDT personnel.
• Monitor quality and productivity trends.  Initiate and lead continuous improvement of NDT-related manufacturing processes to improve quality, reduce costs, and ensure product quality objectives are met.
• Support internal and external audits of the NDT processes.
• Effectively manage and develop direct reports and ensure succession plans are in place to have a sustained quality work force
• Be a team player and develop relationships, both internally and externally, to achieve the necessary leadership engagement, management influence and customer connections
• Maintain lines of communication with customers.  This includes verbal and written correspondence and personal visits when required.
• Provide technical support to Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing and Sales.
• Develop, maintain and implement enhancements to the quality system or processes that result in improved quality performance, increased customer satisfaction, and/or simplification of processes to reduce costs, including tracking, analyzing, risk-based thinking, reporting, and problem solving.
• A thorough understanding of problem solving, root cause analysis, and quality improvement tools and techniques. This includes knowledge of management planning tools, quality tools, preventive and corrective actions, and how to overcome barriers to quality improvement.
• Effectively communicate and reinforce commitment to quality systems and continuous improvement efforts.
• Participate in the quality reporting and management review process.
• Assist with the analysis of data and metrics, generate relevant reports and lead improvement initiatives, as directed. 

• Standardize metrics and best practices

Job Specifications 

• Knowledge in Statistical Tools and Techniques, NDE, APQP and Measurement System Analysis;
• Ability to lead cross functional quality and process improvement initiatives 
• Ability to multitask with numerous aspects of the day to day job;
• Possess production operation knowledge and experience relating to manufacturing, inspection, engineering and customer interaction;
• Ability to develop and maintain quality processes and systems that meet both customer and regulatory requirements and work for the business. Ensure quality system metrics and key process indicators are maintained and that the results are used to drive continuous improvement;
• Ability to identify, control and mitigate appropriate levels of systems, process and product risk;
• Must consistently demonstrate Company values and perform within the performance management framework;
• Must exhibit strength to stand on decisions which are not popular but open minded enough to effectively evaluate what is best for the business. 
• Must exhibit strong initiative to include high performance, anticipate opportunities, set challenging goals, act proactively to address issues and opportunities and be a self-starter;
• The ability to prioritize and appropriately delegate responsibility while maintaining accountability.