Quality Assurance Manager

Janicki Industries is an innovative, family-owned aerospace company located at the foot of the Cascades. We focus on engineering and manufacturing complex projects for companies in the aerospace, defense, and space industries. We are looking for a Quality Assurance Manager to join our growing team.

This position is located on-site in Hamilton, Washington State. 

POSITION DESCRIPTION 

Develops and manages total quality processes and programs.  Determines area for quality and productivity improvements and develops objectives.  Evaluates internal and external customer/supplier relationships.  Trains company personnel in the adoption of Continuous Improvement Methods including: statistical process control, problem-solving and team building with an organization-wide emphasis on customer satisfaction.

The following essential job functions are performed as a Quality Assurance Manager:

• Reviews QA workload with applicable Management Teams, mentors, trains and manages QA Staff.
• Coordinates Contract Reviews with relevant personnel.
• Monitors work in progress throughout facilities, discussing current events (relevant to production) with other JI associates; Reviews weekly accomplishments and future plans with QA staff as required.
• Responds to emergent requests for QA support.
• Updates Internal Audit Schedule; Updates Corrective Action Program; Monitors overall compliance to the QMS’ procedures and policies, briefing management on QMS status.
• Ensures that the approved company quality policies and procedures are in compliance to the AS9100 Standards and Relative Interested Parties.
• Is responsible for the maintenance, availability and additional functions defined within the Quality Control Manual for the Manufacture, Repair and/or Alteration of Boilers and Pressure Vessels.
• Coordinates with customers/regulatory bodies re: registrars for audits and corrective action issues.
• Acts as Management Representative ensuring QMS Processes are established, implemented and maintained. Promotes continuous improvement initiatives.
• Schedules Management Reviews with Top Management and coordinates QMS performance reports with process owners, promotes customer requirements, awareness, presents customer feedback/satisfaction including scorecards, complaints and corrective actions.
• Maintains a list of certification and qualifications.
• Maintains a list of Relevant Interested Parties.
• Has organizational freedom and unrestricted access to Top Management for resolution of Quality Management issues.
• Own the CAPA Process, responsible for reviews, approvals & reporting
• Occasionally schedules training or other off-site functions; Provides training as required to enhance the workforce’s awareness of the QMS.
• Acts as the Administrator of OASIS and PRI (Nadcap) Database
• Must work well under pressure, meeting and completing multiple deadlines
• Must be at work on time and maintain good attendance. This is a condition of employment and is an essential function of the job
• Performs other duties as assigned 

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required).  Janicki will assist with gaining this access once employed. Special Access Program or other Government Access Requirements are mandatory for this position and requires candidate agreed to enter a Continuous Evaluation program.

QUALIFICATIONS

Due to our ITAR and EAR regulations, applicants must be a US Citizen or of Legal Permanent Resident Status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b (a) (3).

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree in a technical discipline highly desired. 
• Specialized training in a Quality Assurance/Auditing is required. 
• 5-10 years’ work experience in Quality Assurance is required. 
• Lean Manufacturing experience, including six sigma, 5S and Kaizen experience highly desired. 
• Previous experience managing AS9100 Quality Program is required.
• Minimum requirement for all positions is a high school diploma or GED.

Must have effective verbal and written communication skills in the English language

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

• Salary range for this role is between $90,000 - $130,000 plus discretionary bonus, 401(k) matching, vacation, and health benefits. Employees can also receive additional pay for off-shifts. The range provided is Janicki’s estimate of the base compensation for this role. Actual amount offered will be based on job-related and non-discriminatory factors such as experience, location, education, training, skills, and abilities

BENEFITS

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contribution
• Disability insurance as well as Life/AD&D insurance
• HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer contribution and FSA (Flexible Savings Account)
• 401k with employer matching
• Paid time off and paid holidays (including two floating holidays)
• Education reimbursement program
• Several shift options
• Premium pay for off-shifts 

Not sure that you’ll be the perfect fit for this role? You should still apply! We’ll review your application for other opportunities. We are always on the lookout for talented people!

Janicki Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Janicki Industries does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age, retaliation, veteran/military service status, or any other legally protected status.  Janicki is proud to be a military friendly employer.

Applicants or employees wishing to view a copy of Janicki Industries’ Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (360) 404-1997.

As a federal government contractor and a recipient of federal funding, Janicki is required to abide by federal drug testing requirements (including preemployment drug testing for cannabis). Additionally, because of Janicki’s work on aerospace products and the high volume of safety sensitive positions, Janicki takes the safety of its employees very seriously and requires that employees pass a preemployment drug test prior to starting employment.

Salary : $90,000 - $130,000