With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the spanet leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine spanet. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability – not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.
PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.
In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.
Position Summary:
The Director of Quality holds a pivotal leadership role, responsible for driving and managing the plant’s quality assurance and control initiatives. This position ensures that all products meet stringent aerospace standards and regulatory requirements, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence. This position offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity to significantly impact the quality and reliability of aerospace products. The Quality Director will be a key player in ensuring our plants success and reputation for excellence in the aerospace industry.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Manage the implementation and maintenance of the Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with industry standards such as AS9100 and AS13100. Ensure that all processes align with company policies and regulatory requirements.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing quality assurance team. Foster a collaborative environment that emphasizes teamwork, accountability, and professional growth.
- Drive continuous improvement programs to enhance product quality, reduce defects, and optimize manufacturing processes. Implement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and improve quality performance.
- Oversee the investigation of quality issues using root cause analysis methodologies. Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions to mitigate risks and prevent recurrence.
- Reviews and approves all revisions to internal process procedures and Quality system procedures to assure that documentation meets current regulatory and customer requirements. (I.e. NADCAP and AS9100).
- Schedules and reviews internal and external audits to assure that any out of compliances with product, processes, or procedures are identified, documented, and corrected.
- Act as the primary point of contact for all quality-related customer inquiries and audits. Ensure timely and effective resolution of customer complaints and non-conformances.
- Collaborate with the supply chain and procurement teams to assess and improve supplier quality. Conduct supplier audits and develop strategies to address supplier-related quality issues.
- Prepare and present comprehensive performance reports to senior executives, including KPIs, trend analysis, and long-term strategies to improve product quality.
- May performs other duties as assigned.
- Oversee Quality for the FAA Part 145 Repair Station, to include: Internal audit, shelf life, and training programs, FAA Capabilities list, Quality Manual (QM), Repair Station Manual (RSM)
Required Skills:
- Possess good written/oral communications skills, as well as the ability to present his/her views in a clear and compelling manner. Positive can-do orientation. Able to deal effectively with a broad range of personalities.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple and sometimes conflicting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated project/team management capabilities that can meet aggressive deadlines.
- Strong facilitation skills, conflict resolution and project management skills.
- Interacts well and with a high degree of urgency with customers, and at all levels within the organization, as well as across organizations.
- Confidence in working with ambiguity and handling complexity.
Required Experience:
- 10 or more years of experience in a heavy manufacturing environment.
- 5 or more years of experience as a Quality Director or Quality Manager.
- Experience in aerospace/fastener/metals manufacturing industries, with strong knowledge of all fastener materials preferred.
- Experience using ERP/MRP systems.
Level of Education:
- Bachelors degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or five to seven years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Relocation is authorized for this position.
For informational purposes only, the range for annual base salary for this role is $167,000 to $210,000 US Dollar (USD) Salaried based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company’s Executive Bonus Plan, paid out up to 20 of the applicable annual base salary, based on the Company’s performance in the prior calendar year. Employees will receive 120 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the companys medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company’s 401(k) plan.
This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To be qualified to work in this facility, a successful applicant must be a U.S. Person, as defined in those regulations, and able to supply evidence of that qualification prior to starting work or be authorized to receive controlled information under a specific license or permission from the relevant government agency. The U.S. export control regulations define a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. Green Card Holder), and certain categories of Asylees and Refugees.
The position will be eligible to participate in the Company’s Long-Term Incentive Program
