Quality Assurance Manager (Job ID 1189)

Norfolk - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 19 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Quality Assurance Manager

Purpose:

Colonnas Shipyard is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager at our Shipyard in Norfolk VA. The Quality Assurance Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations of all aspects of the department. Additionally the QA Manager will aid in the development implementation and surveillance of the Quality Management System and assign tasks as required.

The position is located onsite in Norfolk VA and may require hours beyond a standard work week to support business operations as needed. Position may require limited travel.

Job Description:

Maintains implements and revises the Quality Management System under the direction of corporate Quality department.
Generates reviews and/or submits Process Control Procedures Test and Inspection Plans Required Report Lists Condition Reports etc.
Liaison between Colonnas Shipyard and the customer to answer and investigate customer discrepancies concerns or issues.
Prepares the Quality Assurance Department to meet external certification or customer audit requirements
Conduct Quality meetings as needed to discuss a variety of quality matters including past audits senior management review meetings status of CARs OFIs and other quality issues.
Train Quality Assurance and Production personnel on Quality Plans Procedures Work Instructions Contracts and Customer requirements as needed.
Maintain documents records and audit data as required. Provides copies to Colonnas Shipyard as needed.
Assist in preparing Management Reviews.
Oversee the Quality Assurance Department day to day operations.
Maintain documents records and audit data as required.
Prepares the Quality Assurance Department to meet external certification or customer audit requirements.
Holds weekly Quality Assurance Department meetings to discuss quality and safety topics.
Responsible for ensuring adequate and timely OQE submittals to customers.
Participates and leads quality focused requirements during various phases of product life cycle.
Conduct internal audits as needed.
Oversees the Customer Survey Program.

Qualifications:

Must have at least 5-7 years of experience in manufacturing engineering services or technical field to include experience in roles with quality related responsibilities.
Must have knowledge of quality techniques and systems including quality specifications and/or advanced quality systems.
Must be able to lead effective corrective action using disciplined problem-solving methods and statistical analysis.
Must have exceptional interpersonal negotiation and communication skills (both written and verbal).
Must have strong computer skills including Microsoft Office products.

Preferred Qualifications:

Related Department of Defense experience including direct experience with government customer relations strongly preferred.
In-depth knowledge of ISO 9001 Standards AND ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification is preferred.

Travel Requirements:

Minimal Travel; 15% or less.

Physical Requirements:

Remaining in a stationary position often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
Able to sit and work on a computer for long periods of time.
Sit Stand Walk Bend Squat Climb Reach Push and Pull Stoop Crawl Kneel Balance Lift and Carry various objects and equipment.
General shipyard/industrial environment. this type of work has physical demands that require frequent movement up to 65% of the time.
Lighting and temperature are adequate and there is minimal exposure to hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise dust etc. Hear talk and smell.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Work is generally performed within an office environment with standard office equipment available but also requires safe navigation and regular partnership with operations teams within shipyard/industrial environments.
A considerable amount of time is spent operating a personal computer.
Must be able to climb up and down stairs and spend time moving throughout the facility and onboard marine vessels.

Respect Pride Truth Family These are our VALUES and the guidelines that make us a leader in our industry. We are pleased and confident in stating that our skilled employees are among the most respected experts in the ship repair industry.

Colonnas Shipyard Inc. is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race religion color national origin gender (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age status as a protected veteran status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Additionally Colonnas Shipyard provides a variety of benefits to support your best health wellness and future to include medical/dental/vision options company paid disability insurances 401k with match legal services as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).

Required Experience:

Manager

Quality Assurance Manager Purpose:Colonnas Shipyard is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager at our Shipyard in Norfolk VA. The Quality Assurance Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations of all aspects of the department. Additionally the QA Manager will aid in the development implementatio...