Job Description

About the Role

Supervise the production machine shop and test lab personnel to ensure production testing is completed safely, efficiently, and in a timely manner in accordance with all internal and external standards, specifications, and practices.

Qualifications: (Required and Preferred)

Education: High school diploma or equivalent (R)

Experience: Five years of management experience in testing or quality (R).

Areas of Knowledge: Quality systems (R), industrial safety (R), industry standards (Nadcap, ASTM, GE, Pratt, etc.) (R), machining of test specimens (R), mechanical testing (R), calibration requirements (R), blueprint reading (R)

Skills: Leadership (R), organizational skills (R), communication (R), conflict resolution (R), problem solving (R), prioritizing (R), technical expertise in testing and machining (R), planning (R), spreadsheet and database (P)

Role Responsibilities:

• Ensure the appropriate safety documentation is being maintained and training conducted. This includes, but is not limited to, JSA, LOTO, MVO checklists, daily safety talks, monthly and semi-annual safety audits, and monthly safety meetings.
• Supervise staff in areas of responsibility.
• Maintain accurate timekeeping and schedules and approve timecards.
• Ensure calibrations and preventive maintenance are completed on time.
• Ensure compliance with the SOPs.
• Ensure that the proper resources and supplies are available for production levels.
• Review all product reviews to remain in compliance with all standards.
• Enter purchase requests for supplies.
• Assist with the preparation and conduct of all internal and external audits as needed.
• Field queries from internal and external parties regarding testing status.
• Possess and demonstrate an understanding of the processes, procedures, and equipment used throughout the production testing areas.
• Conduct formal reviews of write/revise quality documents for and trains direct reports on specifications, customer requirements, industry standards, and Nadcap requirements.
• Ensure documented procedures are being followed, and proper documentation is completed/maintained.
• Conduct method audits, as directed, in compliance with SOPs and QCIs.
• Prioritize and maintain workflow through the testing process.
• Schedule, maintain and post overtime to meet production demands in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.
• Enter tests results into the computer database. Being cognizant of values entered to identify potential trends.
• Make suggestions and lead activities for the improvement of existing processes.