Quality Manager

Purpose of Position:

We are currently seeking a dedicated Quality Manager to provide essential support to our Quality Department. The primary responsibilities of this role include facilitating the development of new products, managing a highly effective quality team, as well as maintaining the quality of our existing product line. The Quality Manager will play a vital role in ensuring that all products meet and exceed consistent quality standards, contributing to our commitment to excellence. Essential duties and/or Functions:

• Provide direction, leadership and supervisory oversight of Quality Engineers, Inspectors and Technicians -Bldg-5 (Direct Reports).
• Responsible for Quality planning activities for supporting new and current product service offerings with emphasis on Ballistic Manufacturing, Process Review, Quality Control, Auditing, Testing and Data Review for DOD/Commercial products.
• Provide necessary support and Data KPI reporting for Quality Ballistic Manufacturing for Tier 2, Tier 3 and Management Review.
• Cross-functionally coordinate with R&D, Operations, Manufacturing, Production, Purchasing and all stakeholders in supporting quality interactions across the business supporting best practices, effective communication, alignment and execution of actions.
• Oversee Corrective action process for CAR reporting mainly Ballistic Manufacturing- Bldg.5, update CAR logs and evidence gathering
• Provide project support of Ballistic Range, Testing requirements and data collection (Tulip) (IFS) and reporting. for contract requirements. • Assist in ensuring Inspection, FAT, sampling plans, including Quality control plans are implemented and supported for all products.
• Develop test methods and related procedures, quality alerts, signage and visual aids to improve overall effectiveness of processes and performance.
• Conduct and/or oversee internal audits as lead auditor, scheduling and leading internal audits, audit reporting and closure.
• Support Quality / Engineering FMEA requirements ensuring product requirements are met, determining risks, and identifying product
• Conduct quality training, on-boarding and all ISO related process training as required.
• Maintain test records (electronic and hard copy) for easy retrieval.
• Perform detailed data analysis and prepare reports.
• Support customer-specific requests including, but not limited to, testing, product certs (COC) and related test data.
• 10-20% travel may be required to support business and or projects related to Unity / Osprey.
• Additional duties as assigned and or needed to support the business.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• 5-8 Years experience working in the capacity as Quality Manager with direct reports. (Must Have)
• 5 Years experience working with contractual requirements supporting Dept. Of Defense, (DOD,) DCMA, DLA and other regulated bodies Engineering Degree, Mechanical, Biomed or Chemistry (Must Have).
• ASQ CQE certification or equivalent experience (Must Have)
• Proven experience and knowledge of ISO-9001 Quality Management Standards • Proficient in measurement, inspection and testing methods including experience with Gage R&R, Capability and Performance.
• Knowledgeable statistical analysis, using Minitab, SPC, Excel, Pivot Tables etc.
• Process auditing experience-ISO 9001-2015 Lead Auditor
• Experience with structured problem-solving techniques.
• Excellent listening, written and verbal communication skills.
• Extensive use of Microsoft word and excel is required.
• Ability to lead with authority, coach and mentor Team. Must have the maturity and discipline to manage conflict and see big picture).
• Visibility and engagement both Bldg-1, Bldg-5 supporting production in identifying areas of improvement, workmanship applying good documentation practices with the ability to drive quality awareness across modalities, departments, and plants.
• Experience in Continual improvement, Lean Methodology, Kazan and Process improvements
• Experience in the DOD industry.

Preferred/Desired Skills and/or Experiences:

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to travel as needed. (10%)
• Flexibility to adapt in a fast paced and changing environment
• Ability to manage time and deadlines -accountabilities and ownership of quality
• Front line manager acumen with ability to roll up sleeves and support team.

About Avon Protection: We design and produce life-critical personal protection solutions for the world’s militaries and first responders. With a portfolio that includes Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear (“CBRN”), protection. We do this through our two brands, Avon Protection and Team Wendy. Our mission is to provide unparalleled protection for those who protect us, giving them the confidence to tackle challenging situations and helping them get home safe. At Avon Protection, we recognize that our success relies on the collective efforts of our talented team. As an organization, we welcome individuals who embody our #FIERCE company values - fearlessness, integrity, excellence, resilience, collaboration, and the ability to execute. What We Offer:

• Flexible Schedule
• Competitive Compensation Package
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401k Matching
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Learning and Development Initiatives