Manager of Quality Control

West Star is the fastest growing maintenance repair organization in the industry and we recognize this is the result of our talented team of trusted employees working together to deliver customer service excellence. We are committed to providing our employees with personal and professional growth opportunities while fostering a culture of respect and well-being with a small company feel.

What you can expect as a Quality Control Manager at West Star:

This position is responsible to the General Manager for the overall operation of the Quality Control Department and will have the final authority in the release to service of airframes, engines, propellers, appliances and the component parts thereof. In addition, the QC Manager is responsible for directing, planning, and laying out the details of inspection standards, methods, and procedures used by the repair station in complying with all applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, manufacturer's specifications and recommendations.

You Will Be ESSENTIAL To Many FUNCTIONS Including

• Supervise, mentor, and guide team members of the Quality Department, foster a positive work environment, encourage teamwork, and enhance skills through on-the-job training and performance coaching
• Participate in hiring and disciplinary matters while conducting quarterly performance assessments and feedback
• Liaise with the local FAA as required to ensure the repair station continues compliance with the FAA regulations.
• Assure that all inspections are properly performed on all completed work and that the proper inspection records, reports, and forms used by the repair station are completed and executed prior to releasing the product for return to service.
• Determine that all technical data on articles overhauled or repaired by the repair station are kept current with latest revisions.
• Assure that periodic checks are made on all inspection tools and the calibration of precision equipment used by the repair station.
• Guide the final acceptance of all incoming material, including new parts, supplies, and the airworthiness of articles on which work has been performed outside the repair station.
• Assure that the proper inspection records, reports, and forms used by the repair station are available to all inspection personnel.
• Assure that the responsible technician properly executes complete entries on forms and work orders used by the repair station.
• Assure that procedures used in procurement and reception of aircraft parts will guard against "bogus" and "unapproved" parts from entering the parts system and to ensure that any such parts are detected before their use.
• Ensure that proper entries are made into maintenance logs & work orders.
• Any other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor or management.
• Effectively and clearly communicate (i.e., speak, write, read) in English
• Any other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor or management.