Posted in QA - Quality Control 17 days ago.
Type: Full-Time
POSITION SUMMARY
Rhoads is seeking a highly experienced and dynamic Director of Quality to oversee and enhance our Quality Assurance Program (QAP). The Director of Quality will play a pivotal role in ensuring that our products and services consistently meet or exceed industry standards and customer expectations. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in implementing and maintaining quality procedures, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and fostering a culture of excellence throughout the organization.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
· Manage the Quality Department Team, which includes managing the team in accordance with changing organizational priorities and objectives as well as creating and managing quality team members’ personal development plans
· Write, implement, and maintain procedures required by NAVSEA Technical Publications, EB-2678, ISO 9001, ASME, and AISC standards.
· Oversee the Quality Department and team.
· Together with Senior Leadership Team, establish, measure, report on and evaluate companywide Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
· Develop, implement, and periodically evaluate our QMS program to ensure organizations production operations, from raw materials to finished products, meet the quality, integrity and efficiency standards set by the organization.
· Collaborate closely with departmental teams to implement QA requirements and procedures, ensuring adherence to quality standards throughout the manufacturing process.
· Coordinate with the departmental teams to develop and execute comprehensive programs that support the QAP, including training and development initiatives.
· Provide expert guidance and advice to senior management on all aspects of Rhoads' QAP, including strategic planning, risk management, and compliance.
· Manage the company's internal audit program, conducting internal audits to assess compliance with quality requirements and identify areas for improvement.
· Coordinate external audits with regulatory agencies and governing bodies, ensuring full compliance with industry regulations and standards.
· Maintain accurate and up-to-date quality records, including documentation of audits, inspections, and corrective actions.
· Review customer contracts to identify flow-down requirements and ensure compliance with contract specifications.
· Oversee customer source inspections, ensuring that products and services meet contractual and regulatory requirements.
· Oversee company Lessons Learned/Critique process to ensure true root cause analysis and process improvement
· Serve as the company’s primary liaison for supplier development with key clients, driving collaboration and continuous improvement initiatives.
· Lead the company's internal and external corrective action program, including the development and implementation of continuous improvement plans to address quality issues and enhance operational efficiency.
EDUCATION:
· Required: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field
o Minimum of 7 years of experience in a quality management role within the industrial fabrication, installation, or manufacturing industry.
· Preferred:
o Master's degree Engineering, Quality Management, or related field.
o Department of Defense Industry experience
o Ten years or more of experience in a senior quality management role within industrial fabrication, installation, or manufacturing industries
QUALIFICATIONS:
o US Citizenship required
o In-depth knowledge of quality management standards, including NAVSEA Technical Publications, ISO, ASME, and AISC standards.
o Proven track record of implementing and maintaining quality procedures and programs in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
o Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and inspire cross-functional teams to achieve quality objectives.
o Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interface with senior management, clients, and regulatory agencies.
o Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
o Certification as a Quality Auditor (CQA) or Quality Engineer (CQE) preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
· The performance of this position involves exposure to construction or industrial areas where the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, hard hats and hearing protection is required.
· May require walking and standing on irregular, uneven surfaces in an industrial setting and possibly at increased heights climbing and descending ladders and ship stairways.
· Must be able to work in a variety of physical positions, including sitting, standing, walking, and driving in an automobile
Rhoads Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, and disability.