Quality Excellence Manager

Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) in Kingston, NY is looking for a Quality Excellence Manager to develop and lead the Quality Assurance system to ensure that manufacturing processes will produce products that meet ISO9001and Quality Assurance Manual. This is a key change-agent position accountable for results, with minimal guidance, in the assigned areas of responsibility. This position will be responsible for developing strategies, priorities and directing implementation in the assigned areas.

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $7.4 Billion in revenue in 2024, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers’ success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2024 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report. Follow: LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.

Born from many well-known and long-standing brands, Howmet Fastening Systems, headquartered in Torrance, California, is the premier designer and manufacturer of aerospace and industrial fasteners, latches, fluid fittings and installation tools. Our products are used nose to tail on commercial and military aircraft, as well as on jet engines, industrial gas turbines, automobiles, commercial transportation vehicles, wind turbines, solar power systems, and construction and industrial equipment.

Responsibilities:

• Manages the Quality Assurance department:

  • Supervise and appraise performance for all Quality Assurance personnel; hire, train and recommend salary adjustments for reporting employees.    

  • Schedule and track inspection, lab, and testing activities to achieve maximum effectiveness and efficiency.

• Interprets pertinent customer, corporate and division quality standards for plant personnel; develops and maintains site procedures and processes in support of division Quality Assurance Manual.  Leads and promotes the quality assurance philosophy including preventive quality systems.  
• Implements/maintains procedures for inspection, disposition and record retention for incoming raw materials and components, reviews quality issues with suppliers and provides supplier surveillance assistance as needed.
• Proactively involved in corrective action and problem-solving strategies.  Actively pursues and identifies root cause of non-conformance, is responsible for measurement of non-conformance costs and secures and maintains data collection and statistical systems to aid in process control, root cause problem identification.  Coordinates regular management meetings to review corrective action and quality systems.  Publishes regular reports and identified trends.
• Interfaces with Customers, Engineering and Operations to identify requirements, plan for product realization and support continuous improvements in manufacturing processes and systems.  
• Ensures that Gage calibration system is effective and complies with company operating procedures.  Maintains a system for calibrating all key inspection, gaging and process instruments and works with vendors to improve inspection techniques and equipment.
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with ISO9001 and Industry regulatory requirements.  Coordinate and conduct customer and accreditation audits.  Enhance and implement the internal audit system and associated corrective actions.  Leads training efforts for HFS-Kingston employees regarding total preventive quality.
• Develop effective relationships with all levels of staff and functional groups. Possess an ability to influence outcomes, with higher-order communication, change management, and influencing skills.
• Be a skilled people manager and developer that deeply understands the importance of challenging, motivating, and developing high-performance teams. Enjoy and have experience in coaching and mentoring others to achieve success in fluid, project/team-based environments.

• Work in a safe manner that promotes the health and well-being of the individual and the environment.

   

   

Benefits/Salary:

• The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation.

•  The annual salary range for this position is $130,000 – $145,000

qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university required.  Preferred to be in Engineering, Metallurgy, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years experience with preventive Quality Systems or relative military experience. 

• 3+ years of supervisory level experience overseeing Quality Systems. 

• Demonstrated record of achievement in improving operational metrics.
• Ability to handle multiple projects concurrently and reprioritize as needed.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. 
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate cross-functionally.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with mechanical inspection equipment such as micrometers, optical comparators, hardness testers, and torque testers.
• Demonstrated ability to influence site culture and drive cultural transformation towards proactive quality assurance practices.
• Experience in leadership, mentoring, and project management.
• Basic knowledge of SPC methods.
• ASQ Certifications: CQE, CQM, CRE, CQA or CSSBB
• Lean 6 Sigma Certification
• Knowledge of and direct experience with AS, IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 17025, NADCAP

Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States.  Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.  Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.