Site Quality Manager

The Site Quality Manager is responsible for management of quality activities including customer and supplier evaluations and approvals, performance monitoring and improvement, quality requirements development and flow-down, problem resolution and root cause corrective actions, auditing, risk assessments, and training.This role leads the management of customer source activities including scheduling and coordination of customer and regulatory agency source requirements, product and paperwork quality verifications, and ensuring compliance with customer and regulatory requirements. The Site Quality Manager will perform FAA Designated Manufacturing Inspection Representative (DMIR) functions, customer Designated Supplier Quality Representative (DSQR) functions, and provide Quality Liaison support for various customers in order to resolve quality issues, enable positive channels of communication, and ensure customer satisfaction. The incumbent will also ensure audit readiness and manage site 6-S initiatives.This position reports directly to the SFMS Director, Quality Engineering.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement progressive Quality tools and practices to improve the management and performance of AMETEK Aerospace Wilmington siteWork closely with the Supply Chain teams in the management of suppliers; identification, evaluation, and approval of new suppliers, quality requirements, work transfers, risk assessments, performance measurement and reviews, problem solving and root cause corrective actionsSupport quality activities needed by new product development teams and ensure effective transition of new purchased products into production Obtain and maintain FAA Designated Manufacturing Inspection Representative (DMIR) authorization in support of FAA source and conformity activitiesObtain and maintain various customer Designated Supplier Quality Representative (DSQR) authorizations in support of customer source activitiesTimely problem identification & resolution of quality problems that may result in production and customer delivery delaysSupport customer investigations for reported product failures or other complaints and assist in corrective actionsCoordinate and perform a range of activities including on-site reviews, assessments/audits, problem solving, training/development, improvement projects, etc.Maintain Wilmington QMS and Support Customer and regulatory audits and meet customer quality regulationsRequirements For ConsiderationBachelor’s degree in technical discipline requiredFAA Designated Manufacturing Inspection Representative (DMIR) CertificationMinimum 3-5 years’ experience as a Quality Manager or 5-10 years as a Quality Engineer/Specialist in a manufacturing environment; aerospace manufacturing experience preferredAS9100 Internal Auditing TrainingMust be a prior FAA DMIR or obtain FAA DMIR certification and periodically attend off-site FAA training and related seminars to remain certifiedSix Sigma and Lean Manufacturing experience a plusProven team player who has demonstrated capabilities in the following areas: excellent communication, interpersonal skills, well developed problem-solving skills; solid organizations skills; demonstrated ability to be self-directed and effectively relate to all levels of an organizationAbility to work well under pressure, multi-task and meet deadlines.The right person will be ambitious and flexible who wants to learn and grow professionallyStrong computer skills required; Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint; some experience with Lotus Notes is a plusTravel Required up to 30%CompensationEmployee Type: SalariedCurrency: USDSalary Minimum: 125,000Salary Maximum: 155,000Incentive: NoDisclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.For more information on AMETEK's competitive benefits, please click here.AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500. Visit https://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 (866) 263-8359.