Req ID: 44295
Team: O05 SUPPLIER QLTY
Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding
US Citizenship Required for this Position:Yes
Full-Time
Shift: 1st
Relocation: No relocation assistance available
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework
Travel Requirement:Yes 10%-25% of the time
Clearance Required:No - Clearance Not Required to Start
Meet HIIs Newport News Shipbuilding
With more than 25000 employees including third- fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders HIIs Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. Were the sole designer builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers engineers and software developers to solution architects technical subject matter experts and system users. Anchored in our rich 135-year history we collaborate together at the forefront of technology manufacturing and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world. Want to be part of the team Apply today! We look forward to meeting you.
Specific Job Description:
The incumbent will perform a variety of supplier quality-related duties including the following: Coordinate and lead efforts to analyze understand disposition resolve and prevent future recurrence of supplier-related material non-conformances; serve as a liaison to waterfront trades and construction management; drive implementation of quality programs and process improvements at targeted suppliers to decrease deficient material problems downstream; initiate/validate supplier corrective/preventive actions; interface with internal Procurement and Engineering functions to facilitate the development/improvement of part ordering requirements; interface with Customer Government and senior shipyard management regarding supplier-related issues as required. Individual should possess an in-depth knowledge of shipyard operations manufacturing methods and facilities. Working experience in a manufacturing environment is desired. Must be able to accomplish objectives successfully with little/no supervision. Project management/leadership experience is desired. Proficiency with computer programs such as SAP Access and Excel are desired. Excellent communication technical writing and customer relations skills are essential. Up to 20% of work time involves travel. Must be able to obtain DoD security clearance
General Template Job Description:
Plans organizes directs and reports on all supplier quality-related activities such as raw materials packaging materials good manufacturing practices (GMP) service providers as well as contract manufacturers and/or contract manufacturing and laboratories to assure fulfillment of contract/purchase order requirements. Translates engineering manufacturing and quality requirements. Assures that customer quality-imposed technical requirements are adhered to by supplier and that a quality system is maintained. Conducts programs designed to improve supplier performance productivity and process validation. Prepares maintains and reviews procurement quality assurance procedures to assure compliance with customer and/or government requirements. Reviews and analyzes corrective action reports and purchase orders in an effort to reduce and eliminate defects. Monitors quality control activities and systems at supplier and subcontractor facilities and maintains feedback loops. May administer a certified supplier program or related programs in receiving inspection. May also audit third party manufacturers due diligence and vendor selection process. May perform deviation investigations into quality issues.
Bachelors Degree and 10 years of relevant exempt experience; Masters Degree and 8 year of relevant professional experience
One of the following may be used as equivalent to Bachelors Degree to meet minimum qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
* In-depth knowledge of shipyard operations manufacturing methods and facilities.
* Project management/leadership experience.
* Proficiency in SAP DDMS IHS and Excel.
* Excellent communication technical writing and customer relations skills.
* In-depth working knowledge of the Ship Certification process the Procurement Value Stream Process and the Process and Procedures for identification and disclosure of potential nor conformances in NNS Purchased material.
* Knowledge of Military and Commercial technical specifications with proven ability to interpret those requirements as potentially-modified by NNS requirements.
* Proficiency in providing written technical correspondence and assessments including recommended actions.
Why HII
We build the worlds most powerful survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas sky land space and cyber. HIIs diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.
Recognized as one of Americas top large company employers we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts peoples safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve at HII youll find a supportive and welcoming environment competitive benefits and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.
Working at HII is more than a job - its an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical prescription drug dental and vision plan choices on-site health centers tele-medicine wellness resources employee assistance programs savings plan options (401K) financial education and planning tools life insurance tuition reimbursement employee discounts early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.
Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin physical or mental disability age or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal state or local law.U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.
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