Is responsible for the identification and documentation of quality discrepancies related to assembly, process, mechanical, electrical, and electro-mechanical systems.
facilitates the implementation of standards, methods and procedures for inspecting, testing and evaluating the precision, accuracy and reliability of company products.
leads the preparation and execution of internal audits within established manufacturing and production controls to ensure compliance with internal and external specifications and standards.
liaises with auditing groups and inspectors to develop formal written reports and recommends corrective actions.
identifies trends in discrepancies and collaborates with process owners on the refinement and optimization of business processes.
oversees testing department activities and work of inspectors.
reviews, approves, and controls work order flow tags.
develops inspection techniques, tools, and supplemental inspection instructions in support of standards, methods and procedures.
participates in supplier corrective and preventative actions, which includes customer escapes, process nonconformities, supplier corrective actions, customer and change control, and material review board meetings.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years prior related experience. Graduate Degree with a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience.
Material Specification knowledge and process familiarity with welding, plumbing, electrical, large-scale dimensional inspection, non-destructive test techniques, mechanical and electrical.
Ability to interpret industry quality standards and workmanship specifications as they pertain to the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) High Speed Naval Craft Rules.
Strong skills in identification of non-conformances and problem resolution
Use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Must be able to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.
Prior experience in shipbuilding / naval architecture / marine engineering
Must understand mechanical measuring equipment and the ability to develop inspection plans and first article inspections.
Must be familiar with AS9100/ISO 9001 Standard and Quality Management System Requirements.
The ability to communicate effectively and technically with all levels of the organization. The ability to develop and maintain customer confidence and acceptance.
Familiarity with inspection of mechanical and electromechanical products.
The ability to communicate effectively and technically with all levels of the organization. The ability to develop and maintain customer confidence and acceptance.
Experience dealing with Supervisor of Shipbuilding (SupShip), American Bureau of Shipping, DoD / Navy or related customer experience highly desired.
Experience managing production programs involving the build, integration and test of electronic and/or electromechanical systems.
Shipyard construction experience highly desired.
Non-Destructive Testing Level II VT knowledge/certification.
Ability to adapt processes and procedures to align with site scope.
Experience with source inspection and surveillance activities at suppliers/subcontractors.
Experience in process improvement methodologies such as Lean and/or Six Sigma (Green Belt or Black Belt) for the purpose of reducing waste and variation.
Understanding of productions processes such as soldering, mechanical assembly, welding, painting, integration and test, etc.
