Quality Control Manager

Butler Parachute Systems, Inc. – Roanoke, VA

Job description

Butler Parachute Systems, Inc. located in Roanoke, VA is looking for a highly motivated individual seeking an opportunity to be a part of an organization that specializes in life saving devices for our commercial and military partners. Since 1979, Butler Parachutes has been a global leading manufacturer in the Parachute Industry. As a growing business, we are seeking a Quality Control Manager to lead our team of quality professionals. In this role, you will help develop and apply quality procedures as required to incorporate special tests, audits or to improve total manufacturing and repair processes by supporting our team in providing the highest level of product satisfaction to our expanding customer base.

Job Summary:

The Quality Control Manager ensures the implementation and maintenance of the quality management system as related to the regulatory and certification requirements of the organization. The QC Manager is also responsible for the management of internal and external audits, improvement of quality performance metrics through continuous improvement initiative, activities, and events. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all quality operations, either directly or through subordinates, for the purpose of establishing and meeting goals for production, quality, cost, and safety objectives
• Responsible for establishing, monitoring, and maintaining Company quality management system; including administration of manuals, procedures, work instructions and related quality system documentation
• Establishes appropriate inspection oversight for in-process inspections and final inspections, including sampling procedures
• Interacts regularly with Sales, Engineering, and Production departments to establish quality standards and reporting requirements for raw materials, work in progress, outside processing, finished products, and warranty returns
• Develops and maintains personnel requirements for Quality department and carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Company’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning, directing work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints, and resolving problems
• Supports outside audits performed by customers and regulatory bodies to industry standards
• Conducts daily activities with a strong leadership presence and high sense of responsibility and ownership equal to or exceeding standards
• Builds a strong team across department boundaries
• Develops team members understanding of Quality Policies and Procedures
• Conducts effective training on procedure and policy changes and identifies areas of improvement
• Communicates effectively with all levels of the Company
• Conducts themselves in a business-like and civil manner with vendors, customers, management, and colleagues
• Ability to react to changes productively and perform other essential tasks as assigned

Minimum Requirements

• Must be U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent resident (International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirement)

Skills and Requirements:

• Thorough understanding of ISO 9001: 2015 Certification
• Experienced in developing and implementing internal audit processes and procedures
• Ability to motivate and direct subordinates
• Ability to read, write and follow written and verbal instructions in English (Bilingual a plus)
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings and other specifications
• Superior knowledge of statistical tools and techniques of Quality Management Systems and all Quality Assurance operations
• Be team oriented and possess flexibility and adaptability
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work independently with minimal supervision
• Exceptional attention to detail and excellent organizational and time management skills
• Advanced computer skills specifically in Excel and SharePoint

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit for prolonged periods in front of a computer as necessary
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods as necessary
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

Work Environment:

• The work performed is in a warehouse and office environment
• The employee is frequently exposed to vibrations and dust and will be working around moving machinery
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate at low decibels

Education:

• Associates or Bachelor's (Preferred) or equivalent experience

Experience:

• Quality control: 5 years Required
• Supervising: 2 years Required (Preferred -Textile Manufacturing)

Butler Parachute Systems, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Roanoke, VA 24017: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person