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AgustaWestland Philadelphia Corporation Production Quality Improvement Specialist in PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania

Serve as a technical resource to execute Quality Management System requirements through effective Problem-Solving, Investigative Analysis, Root Cause and Corrective Action, Non-conformance Management, and Continuous Quality Improvement. Essential duties and responsibilities are as follows:

  • Chair Internal MRB (Material Review Board) process meetings to ensure effective MRB process execution to minimize Product Risk and optimize cost.
  • Conduct Product Quality investigations to determine Root Cause and Corrective Actions to prevent re-occurrence. Present results in reports suitable for review by all LH Product Stakeholders.
  • Develop, maintain, and provide technical analysis support to Quality Process Metrics (KPIs) to ensure Quality procedure Compliance and improve performance.
  • Perform "Focal Point Analysis" of Customer Defect and Discrepancy List Findings to determine which require Corrective Actions to be assigned.
  • Ensure QC Coordinator compliance to process, to include assisting QC Supervision/Management with managing Quality Notification priorities, queues, and backlog.
  • Act as a Change Agent for leading activities to improve quality, eliminate waste, and continuously improve all areas throughout the Assembly and Flight Line process.
  • When needed, coordinate with other LH Plants and External Suppliers for RCCA Analysis and implementation of Quality Plans as required.
  • Other tasks as assigned. 

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a Manufacturing discipline preferred or equivalent combined experience.
  • Green Belt Certification will be considered a plus.
  • A&P License will be considered a plus.

Level of experience 

  • Minimum 3-5 years' experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in a Quality Control / Quality Assurance role.
  • Working knowledge of Problem-Solving, Lean Manufacturing, or Six Sigma-based analysis methods.
  • Hands-on aircraft experience desirable.
  • LH Product experience is a plus.

Technical skills:

  • Ability to read and understand design data.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Languages:

  • English.

IT skills:

  • Computer proficiency required, particularly with Microsoft PC-based software, especially spreadsheets.
  • SAP knowledge preferred.

Soft Skills:

  • Must be a team player, reliable, self-motivated, and an effective communicator.

     Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disability

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