Quality Engineer II

LISI AEROSPACE is ranked 60th in the global aerospace value chain and specializes in the design and manufacture of high-tech metal components to enhance aircraft safety and performance. Active since 1950 in the fastener market (no. 3 worldwide), LISI AEROSPACE has been a recognized player in metal components for aircraft engines and airframes since 2011. With its dedication to industrial excellence, LISI AEROSPACE aims to become a leader in costs, quality, deadlines and workplace safety. This mindset is represented at every level of our company and by all of our team members. At LISI AEROSPACE, we focus above all on advancement and flexibility. Every employee is empowered and has the latitude they need to carry out their assignments and develop their skills. We provide this mobility and training through our Corporate University, the LISI Knowledge Institute (LKI). As a result, our company is growing fast and always welcoming new talents. SUMMARY The focus of this position is to proactively plan and direct activities concerned with development, application, and maintenance of quality standards for manufacturing processes, materials, and products. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation for disabilities may be made for one or more of the following: • Perform internal and supplier audits in accordance with published schedules and procedures or specifications. • Review and follow-up on corrective action submittals and closes acceptable corrective actions, escalates to management as necessary any questionable corrective actions. • Review engineering drawings for accuracy following QA procedures. • Initiate and/or revise Quality Assurance manual, procedures, and work instructions. • Update and mail supplier quality and delivery rating reports, as required. • Advise the Director of Quality Assurance of any possible quality concerns/ incidents as required. • Is the point of contact and individual who accompanies customers during an audit and provide any requested information and documentation for on-site review. • Perform AS9100 awareness training and implements processes as assigned by Management. • Perform detailed trending analysis of related quality data identifying top issues in pareto format, and facilitate problem and/or process improvement activities. Develops action plans to reach site objectives. • Perform and/or leads 8D, PDCA, DAMIC methodologies across the site. • Maintain and support the Quality Management system AS9100, NADCAP, etc…to include: reviews, audits, and training. • Support and or lead Preliminary Material Review Team (PMRT) and work actively with team including dispositions as required. • May have supervisory and administration duties for Factory Quality Specialists • Responsible for complying with the rules and regulations set forth by Federal, Local, and State government, LISI Aerospace, and HSE Procedures. • Responsible for attending all training provided and for adhering to all HSE procedures, policies, and plans, conforming to reporting requirements, and safe operating procedures at all times. • Required to bring any known or suspected nonconformance for all company procedures or legal requirements to management’s attention immediately. • Continually seek opportunities to improve our HSE performance by establishing objectives and targets, measuring progress, and reporting our results. • Responsibility for complying with ISO 14001standards, aspects, directives and impact as related to the HSE policy commitments. • Reports quality metrics weekly and monthly in association with Batch Rejection Rates, First Pass Yield, rework %, sorted % and scrap %, Management Business Reviews and Process Improvement Teams (APU / APG). • Prepares different formats for a variety of quality performance charts, graphs and reports. • Collect and report data on a daily basis. • Ability to create forms for quality assurance activities. • Use statistical tools to analyze data, make appropriate recommendations or decisions, and improve process capability using quality tools such as pareto charts and fishbone diagrams. • Collaborate with cross-functional groups such as Engineering, Planning and Manufacturing to resolve quality problems • Support various departments with process improvements projects by using quality performance reports and graphs including pivot tables and rejection/scrap history. • Other duties as assigned. Ways of working, Experience, and Behaviors To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: • Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Understands work flows, Quality Management Systems, Root Cause Analysis, Failure Analysis, implements and uses Six Sigma/ SPC and develops SOP’S (Standard Operating Procedures). • Technical Skills – Understands and has working knowledge of ISO 9001, AS 9100, NADCAP, Mil-Specs, ITAR, aerospace specification, metallurgy, special processing, and raw material specification; Able to clearly share expertise and transfer technical knowledge to others; Communicates technical knowledge and expertise with customers to instill confidence regarding quality function. • Oral and Written Communication – Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens intently to others and seeks clarification; Provides clear and pleasant responses to inquires regardless of the situation; Presents complex concepts in a simple manner to achieve understanding of benefit plans at all levels of the organization. Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings. • Team Work – Leads and or facilitates teams; Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Places success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed; Recognizes accomplishments of team members. • Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals. • Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources. • Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. • Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities of self and others; Uses time efficiently; Plans for resources in a creative way only adding cost as absolutely necessary; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans. • Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments. Supervisory Responsibilities This position may have supervisory duties. May assign work or oversee work product to less experienced Team Members. Responsibility excludes direct management responsibilities including but not limited to, Performance Management, and disciplinary actions ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS SKILLS AND ABILITIES Education and/or Experience • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering in related discipline and minimum 3 to 7 years directly related experience required and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience • Working knowledge of special processes, manufacturing methods, metallurgy, design and documentation • Preferred CQE and/or CQA certified • Six Sigma - Green Belt certified highly desired. Strong drafting ski