Quality Control Manager

POSITION SUMMARY:The Quality Control Manager reports to the Quality Control Director/Chief Inspector. The Quality Control Manager is responsible for the operation of the quality system and has the authority to act on behalf of the repair station. The Quality Control Manager is certificated in accordance with 14 CFR Part 65. The Manager, Quality Control has the final authority in the maintenance release and approval for return to service of airframes, engines, propellers, appliances and the components/parts thereof. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Establishes and maintains a program that periodically surveys the quality management system to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and requirements (FAA, EASA, AS9110, etc.)Manages day-to-day activity of floor quality inspectorsManages NDT departmental priorities with assigned resourcesDirecting, planning, and laying out details of inspection standards, methods, procedures in accordance with the RSQCM, customers and manufacturers specifications, and applicable 14 CFRs. Duties may be delegated to qualified persons, as necessary.Ensuring that Inspection personnel document maintenance, preventive maintenance, and alterations in accordance with the applicable 14 CFREnsuring QC Inspectors comply with the FAA-approved Aspire Training ManualEnsuring periodic checks and/or tests are accomplished on inspection tooling and calibration test equipment used by the repair station to make airworthiness determinations on articles. Ensuring that no defective or unserviceable articles or materials are used in articles approved for return to service by the repair station.Ensuring timely reporting to the FAA of any suspected unapproved parts (SUPs). Ensuring malfunction/defect reports are filed in accordance with 14 CFR.Ensuring that obsolete parts, damaged parts, or expired materials are rejected, tagged with Rejected Tag, segregated, and processed for disposition and/or scrapped IAW the RSQCM requirements.Supervises and directs assigned personnel, ensuring optimal performance; manages personnel decisions in conjunction with HR including hiring, terminations, wage decisions, and promotions;conducts performance appraisals as required;formulates and implements employee corrective actions as neededPerforms other duties as required or assigned by the Quality Control Director REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience and certifications6+years of related experience, with at least2years of supervisory experienceAirframe & Power Plant (A&P) license PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in the Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul industry (14 CFR Part 145 MRO)Additional related training, education or certificationsFamiliarity with FAA Quality Management Systems SUCCESS FACTORS/JOB COMPETENCIES: Understanding of Company operationsExcellent knowledge of FAA & EASA regulationsExcellent leadership abilitiesAble to organize, coordinate, and direct team activitiesStrong problem-solving skillsExcellent communication skillsAble to use all related maintenance equipment and computer applicationsMust be able to read, write and speak Standard English, including technical, quality-related vocabulary, for routine business correspondence and for producing technical and general work productsMust be able to adhere to all established safety policies, processes and procedures