Job Description

Manager, Quality Assurance

As an international "Tier 1" partner of the world's major aircraft manufacturers (Airbus, Boeing, Bombardier, Dassault, Embraer, Lockheed Martin), Latecoere serves aerospace with innovative solutions for a sustainable world.

The Group is active in all segments of the aerospace industry (commercial, regional, business and military aircraft), in two areas of activity: Aerostructures and Interconnection Systems. The Group employs over 5,000 people in 15 countries.

In November 2022, Latecoere completed the acquisition of Canadian-domiciled Avcorp Industries, becoming Latecoere's Aerostructures Canadian unit.

Primary Function

The Quality Manager applies, coordinates and upholds Latecoere quality management system (quality, environment, regulatory compliance) at their site. They coordinate product quality monitoring activities for the programs at their site, working in partnership with the appropriate Program Quality Manager(s).

Responsibilities

Directs and manages the efforts of the Quality Assurance and Quality Control Teams Mentors Quality Engineering, Inspection and production teams Assists the Director, Operations in following up on the assigned tasks given Assists in the measurement of operational performance and training needs Analyzes internal and external Quality data and initiate effective corrective actions to reduce and eliminate adverse trends Ensure timely responses to all Quality activities and issues to meet scheduled needs of both internal and external customers Conducts effective meetings and has a strong understanding of roles, responsibilities & action plans With minimum direction, is responsible for formulating, documenting, implementing and assuring compliance to Quality policies, plans and standards Responsible for Regulatory Agency certification and periodic audits Reviews and monitors Government and Customer Quality system requirements to assure procedures are adequate and in compliance Manages periodic Quality Management Reviews Provides Quality technical support to all process owners Leads by example, demonstrating a consistent, professional manner Creates a team environment with all fellow managers and their staffs Represents the organization as the ISO/AS9100 Quality representative Monitors and assures compliance of all processes, including NADCAP, ISO/AS9100 Manages all aspects of ISO & Regulatory compliance As needed, performs the essential duties of a Quality Engineer and other related tasks

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Quality, Engineering or related discipline is preferred. Equivalent education or professional work experience may be acceptable. Seven to ten years of quality experience in a regulated manufacturing industry; 3 years of which are in a managerial position. Good familiarity with AS9100, ISO, FAA; NADCAP special processes and military contracts is preferred including past experience as the ISO/AS9100 Quality representative. Demonstrated knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kanban, Six Sigma, Theory of Constraints. Strong communication and presentation skills and be capable of representing the organization to customers, suppliers and corporate leaders as the authority on Quality Management. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office, spreadsheet applications and databases. Must have excellent interpersonal, written and organizational skills. Must be able to work under pressure, in a fast paced, ever changing, results-oriented environment.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care RRSP match Vision care
Experience:

Quality Assurance: 7 years (required)
Work Location: In person