Quality Assurance Manager

Job TitleDevelops and implements methods and procedures for process control, process improvement, testing and inspection to ensure that the products are free of flaws and function as designed | Designs and installs sophisticated testing equipment and performs product testing and analysis to maintain quality levels and minimize defects and failure rates | Analyzes reports and defective products to determine trends and recommend corrective actions | Collaborates with supplier representatives on quality problems, ensures that effective corrective actions are implemented and contributes to supplier quality improvement programsImpact of the RoleSupervises the daily activities of support staff or production team members. Does not typically perform the work supervised | Must have any type of one direct report or more | Sets priorities for the team to ensure task completion; coordinates work activities with other supervisors | Problem solving is guided by policies and procedures; receives guidance and oversight from manager | Consistent exercise of discretion & judgmentEssential FunctionsSupervises inspections of raw materials, equipment, processes and finished products.Implements quality standards and ensures protocols are followed for quality assurance testing models.Assists in the design and implementation of policies and procedures for testing and evaluating the precision and accuracy of products and/or equipment.Ensures projects are completed on time and within budget.Leads and directs the work of other employees and has responsibility for personnel actions including hiring, performance management, and termination with concurrence from HR & General Managers.Required QualificationsRequired education and experience: Associate's Degree and 5-7 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or ExperienceCritical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)Preferred QualificationsPreferred education and experience: Bachelor's DegreeDiscipline/Major: Engineering degree preferredKnowledge, skills & abilities: Management Skills. Foster Teamwork. Analytical Thinking. Detail Oriented. Research. Project Management. Quality Assurance Process. Quality Control/Testing. Quality Inspection. Quality Management. Quality Standard Development. Testing Result Reporting. Materials Testing. Quality Management System (QMS). Inspection Software.Physical RequirementsMust be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.May need to stand for long periods of time.Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.Work may require employee to work inside and outside with exposure to changing climate and/or operate machinery.Travel RequirementsUp to 25% travel likely.