Quality Manager

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices with annual sales of approximately $5 billion.

At AMETEK, we are committed to a corporate culture that values diversity and fosters a work environment that enables colleagues to develop meaningful and rewarding careers. We consider ourselves responsible corporate citizens and are committed to operating our facilities in an environmentally responsible manner. We also are sensitive to the needs of our communities, and, as a company, support programs that help those communities meet their health, education, and social needs. AMETEK is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: AME) and a component of the S&P 500.

AMETEK MRO, a unit of AMETEK Aerospace & Defense, is a global provider of third-party MRO services to commercial, regional, and general aviation customers as well as military, helicopter, and business jet markets.

AEM Limited has been Europe's leading independent overhaul and repair facility for more than 60 years. The company has a solid reputation in the aerospace industry for providing a broad range of services to international and regional airlines, helicopter operators and airframe manufacturers. Conducting business from three sites in the United Kingdom, AEM offers specialist services for more than 5,000 components over a variety of aircraft systems with capabilities covering aircraft windings, electrical power, hydraulic components, landing gear and safety equipment. In 2007 AEM Limited was acquired by AMETEK Inc, a global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices as a unit within AMETEK MRO’s Aerospace and Defense Division, a recognized global provider of third-party MRO services to commercial, regional, and general aviation customers as well as military, helicopter, and business jet markets.

Job Purpose

To manage the quality functions, approvals, and systems at the Stansted facility, whilst maintaining rigorous compliance with all industry standard regulations and procedures. Ensure the effective running of the Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) management system, including any other aspect of compliance within the current systems which need to be addressed in a timely and professional manner, to generate and promote a positive Health & Safety culture, whilst maintaining the control of occupational risk. Supporting the Luton and Ramsgate facility as required.

Duties & Responsibilities

Responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the AS9100, AS9110, UK CAA & EASA 145, UK CAA 21G, FAR 145, USDOT & Foreign approvals which includes the following:

• Hosting external audits from customers, regulatory bodies & interested parties.
• Form 4 Holder for UK CAA 21G (Production Assurance Monitor)
• Ensuring that internal and supplier audits are completed to the audit schedule and as required.
• Ensuring that the calibration system is maintained and meets regulatory requirements
• Ensuring that the inspection control system is maintained (Stamps).
• Oversight of the Library function and ensuring that manuals are controlled and are up to date.
• To lead product and system failure investigations using a variety of tools and provide appropriate corrective and preventive actions.
• Documenting processes, procedures, local instructions, and forms for the company with direct process ownership of the following.
  • QMS at the Stansted Facility
  • Deliver QEHS at tier meetings
  • Ensuring KPI’s are developed and delivered for the key processes.
• Responsible for adherence to all industry, Quality, COSHH and HSE regulations.
• Comply with all safe working practices in relation to HSE policies and procedures.
• Ensure service levels are maximised for all customers, internal & external and drive Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Responsible for, overall performance and workflow for quality, in line with regulatory compliance, quality and standard company operating procedures.
• To ensure employees have the appropriate mandatory training for their role.

Experience

• Experience working in UK CAA / EASA 145 maintenance organisation and understanding of the regulations
• Basic understanding of engineering principles
• Sound knowledge of the concepts and principles of quality, health & safety, and environmental management
• Understanding of policies and procedures; proven ability to communicate and lead and successfully deliver improvement initiatives
• AS9100/AS9110 Experience preferable (ISO 9001 Minimum)
• Auditing internal/External
• Problem Solving and Root Cause investigation techniques

Qualifications:

• Human Factors
• Auditing
• UK CAA / EASA 145
• UK CAA 21 G
• Recognised professional certification for Health & Safety (IQA, IOSH, IEMA, NEBOSH)

Competencies

• ability to work well in multidiscipline/cross-functional teams
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build close-knit relationships with outside agencies
• Strong analytical, administrative and organisation skills and excellent attention to detail
• Innovative and enthusiastic
• Ability to work under pressure, to tight deadlines and multitask
• Strong communicator (written and verbal)
• Creative and outgoing
• Well organised and self motivated