Quality Manager

Waltonen Engineering is seeking a Quality Manager to join our team!

Responsibilities

• Maintain and administer the companies AS9100 systems as well as ISO 9001 systems insuring the requirements of the Standards are current, implemented and all personnel within the organization are trained.
• Coordinate, plan and run all quarterly AS9100 Management, Health & Safety & yearly refresher meetings.
• Manages and directs all quality and inspection personnel.
• Interact with Customer, Supplier, Sales and Engineering in effort to improve quality and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Review the customers needs for Quality reporting and insures that all personnel within our organization clearly understands the customer requirements and reporting functions.
• Interface with manufacturing and engineering in improving product quality, scrap reduction and process improvements.
• Perform internal audits and analyze data through the use of statistical techniques and supplier development
• Assisting with issues including complaint resolution as well as the ability to coordinate root cause/corrective action activities using formal problem solving methodologies; knowledge of statistical techniques
• Document Control: System development, maintenance and reporting. Coordinating plant Quality Systems documentation including, but not limited to, the Quality Manual, Standard Practice Books (STPB), Work Instructions and Forms. Coordinating periodic document reviews.
• Coordination of the internal audit system to include planning, scheduling, auditing and reporting. Manages audit planning and execution.
• Preparation of departmental reports such as corrective actions, internal audits and management review.
• Ensures compliance with internal processes and external standards, recommends process improvement initiatives and monitors the effectiveness of implemented process improvement initiatives
• Onboards, evaluates and monitors supplier performance, identifying areas needing improvement and overseeing corrective/preventive actions implemented
• Supports in evaluating and monitoring supplier performance, identifying areas needing improvement and overseeing corrective and preventive actions implemented
• Performs managerial functions and other related duties as required to implement continuous process improvements in quality-related processes/procedures.
• Ensuring all metrics related to Quality are evaluated and reported.
• Review quoted & released RFQ’s/contracts/PO’s for quality requirements and ensure estimating / manufacturing / inspection teams are lined up with all specifications.
• Review all released designs and develop inspection planning required.
• Oversite of all equipment requiring calibrations to ensure all items stay within reported calibration requirements.

HEALTH & SAFETY:

• Plan, review, update and implement OHSA policies, procedures and programs
• Ensure all OSHA requirements are reviewed and implemented, as well as reporting requirements
• Advise and lead employees on various safety-related topics
• Prepare educational seminars and webinars for training of employees on a regular basis
• Ensure the companies are following all the rules and regulations
• Improving the on-boarding process for all new employees
• Conduct risk assessments as applicable and implement preventive measures.
• Ensure that management and supervision are enforcing all the safety measures
• Ensuring all metrics related to H & S are evaluated and reported

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a quality assurance buyoff/engineering position or in aerospace and/or aerospace tooling industry.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and Adobe tools, ensuring timely and accurate creation of professional materials.
• Ability to effectively handle tasks in a fast- paced environment
• Able to work overtime and weekends when necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiar with AS9100 and/or ISO9001 Quality Management Systems
• Proficient in GD & T interpretation.
• Confident in leading processes, projects and looks for opportunities to improve current processes.
• Ability to collaborate with the management team to help drive performance and efficiencies.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Vacation and Holiday pay
• Employer matching 401K
• Overtime Pay: Time and a half after 40 hours
• Hybrid work schedule after 90 days for eligible positions
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Programs (FSAs)
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability insurance
• Employee Referral Program
• Additional Voluntary Benefit Programs
• Off-site company events & Employee Luncheons

Who are we?

Founded in 1957 and proudly 100% U.S.-owned, Waltonen has deep roots in Warren, Michigan, and a strong commitment to supporting our local community. As a trusted engineering company, we serve the automotive, aerospace, and defense industries with precision, innovation, and integrity. Our team takes pride not only in the work we do, but in the positive impact we make—both in the industries we serve and in the community we call home.
Waltonen Engineering, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and will consider qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, marital status, weight, height, or the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or handicap.