General Description:\n

Responsible for planning and directing quality assurance policies, programs and initiatives. Lead a diverse team of professionals in support of a dynamic mechanical and electrical manufacturing business.\n

Duties\n\nResponsible for ensuring all products and processes meet required quality standards and specifications.\nDevelop, implement and maintain the Quality Management System in accordance with AS\/ISO industry standards and best practices. Serve as the primary quality interface with external auditors and customers.\nDevelop and execute quality audit plans to ensure compliance and identify areas for improvement.\nLead, manage and mentor a team of quality engineers, inspectors and specialists to support business requirements and drive quality improvement throughout the manufacturing operation.\nCollaborate with other departments including contracts, production operations, supply chain and engineering to ensure quality is integrated throughout the manufacturing process.\nDrive quality throughout the supply chain by ensuring products and services provided by external suppliers meet quality standards. Oversee supplier selection, conduct audits, monitor performance and actively collaborate with suppliers to identify and resolve quality issues.\nDevelop, track and report quality metrics to executive management on a recurring basis.\nInterface directly with external customers and internal stakeholders to support current and future programs and opportunities in alignment with business objectives.\nOther Duties as assigned.\n\n

Education\/Experience Requirements\n\nBachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, quality management or related field.\nMinimum of 10 years of experience in quality management within a mechanical and electrical manufacturing environment.\nExtensive working knowledge of FAR, DFARS and government contract performance.\nStrong background in ISO and AS quality standards, certification process and audits.\nProfessional quality certifications highly desired.\nDemonstrated leadership and management skills to direct and motivate teams.\nStrong attention to detail in identifying and resolving quality issues.\nExceptional problem-solving and analytical skills to interpret data and drive continuous improvement.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders and to present quality reports to executive management.\nHighly proficient in quality management tools and methodologies like Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Root Cause & Corrective Action (RCCA), Fishbone and Pareto diagrams.\nWe maintain a drug-free workplace and perform post-offer, pre-employment substance abuse testing.\n\n

Physical Requirements\n

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and\/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.\n\nMust be able to walk or stand on level and\/or inclined surfaces and sit for extended periods of time.\nMust be able to routinely climb \/ descend stairs. \nOn occasion must be able to lift 25 pounds. \nMust be able to routinely grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbows \/ knees, and reach above \/ below shoulders. \nWorks in a normal office environment with controlled temperature and lighting conditions\n\n

Equal Opportunity Employer\/VEVRAA\/ADA\n

TNC and its subsidiaries fall under ANCSA and are entitled under Federal Law to extend hiring preferences to its shareholders. ANCSA provides TNC the authority to give shareholder preference in hiring. TNC reaffirms its belief in equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. Tyonek is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor who affords equal employment opportunity to protected veterans and people with disabilities: Tyonek Native Corporation provides all employees and job applicants' equal employment opportunities in hiring and promotion without discrimination because of age, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, marital status, race, religion, color, veteran status, physical or mental disability, national origin, or any other reason prohibited by law.