QA Specialist

QA SpecialistAt Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker’s goal of addressing the world’s most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.At Exotic Metals Forming Division, our highly talented team blends a passion for manufacturing with relentless customer support, making us the partner of choice for complex aerospace solutions. Working at EMFD is about being part of a team, a culture, something that is bigger than each of us individually. We began as a small group of people passionately committed to a common goal. That is why we are so proud of everyone in our Exotic family who strives to be the best at what they do every day, working as a collaborative team in a culture of continuous improvement to stretch the bounds of creative thinking and provide quality products to our customers around the globe.Quality Assurance SpecialistThis individual works closely with internal personnel, during audit situations with customer and third-party auditors, and with calibration service providers. This person will manage and resolve technical issues in limited scope related to EMFCO’s Quality System with a strong understanding of associated Business Processes.Essential Functions and ResponsibilitiesManage Internal Audit plan and coordinate with other departments to ensure audits are completed on time. Prepare and Schedule Internal Auditor Training.Provide leadership to other QA Administrative team members; coordinate and prioritize tasks within the QA Administrative area. Ensure initial training and cross-training of essential Quality Administrative functions is completed for QA staff.Understand how EMFCO’s Quality System interacts with other Business Processes, such as Inventory Control, Accounting, Purchasing, Marketing, etc. Ensure processes support downstream needs from internal and external customers.Interface with Customer and Third Party Audit Personnel to perform and support audits.Update and review Quality System documentation. Work with company personnel to ensure written quality system meets EMFCO Business goals and Customer requirements.Ensure MRB Nonconforming material is processed in compliance with Customer and EMFCO Business Process requirements.Prepare and review shipping documentation to ensure Customer Purchase Order Requirements are met.Generate purchase orders for miscellaneous items and coordinate calibration with vendors.Able to perform all other QA Administrative functions to provide back-up support as needed.Review Quality System and Business Processes for compliance to expectations; recognize issues and opportunities for improvement; Identify and propose solutions for potential or existing problems within scope of job function.Minimum QualificationsThis is a non-supervisory position, requiring a Bachelor’s degree or having equivalent knowledge and experience.Fully successful in performing QA Administrator 2 responsibilities and functions.Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills required.Attention to details and accuracy are position critical.Ability to troubleshoot and recommend technical solutions in a team environment is required.Computer skills and knowledge are a pre-requisite.This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.Competitive CompensationPay Range: $20.94/hr to $34.89/hrParticipation in Annual Incentive ProgramBenefit & Retirement PlansParker offers competitive benefit programs, including:Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.Career development and tuition reimbursement.Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations. Parker