Crane Company
Quality Manager
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Quality Manager
role at
Crane Company .
Location: West Caldwell, NJ.
About Crane Aerospace & Electronics
Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. The company operates in demanding environments such as engines, landing gear, satellites, medical implants and unmanned aerial systems. The West Caldwell facility produces microwave components and systems for space, defense and commercial applications.
Job Summary The Quality Manager is responsible for establishing, implementing and directing quality assurance efforts to ensure components and other materials in finished goods and products conform to quality standards based on the requirements and expectations of the organization and customer.
Essential Functions
Management, training and mentoring of all Quality Department employees at site level.
Lead problem solving Kaizen events.
Manage budget, costs and expenditures within the Quality function and applicable functional support requirement.
Responsible for investigation of and formal response to all customer complaints (SCARS).
Responsible for failure analysis & corrective action reporting system (FRACAS).
Participate in internal and audits.
Any other task assigned by your supervisor or management.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience: 5+ years Quality assurance experience in the defense, space electronics or high end aerospace industry in either a management role or senior quality engineering position; Experience with Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
Knowledge: Expert knowledge of Quality Management Systems as well as Process Improvement and Control Techniques; Demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing best practices, process control (SPC, Six Sigma), logistics processes (inventory management), engineering management (project management) and safety management.
Skills/Abilities: Demonstrated strong analytical and problem solving skills; Effective written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills; Ability to manage through influence; Ability to demonstrate a strong sense of urgency.
Education/Certification: B.S. degree in electrical or mechanical engineering, or related field.
Preferred Qualifications
Certified ISO/AS lead assessor credentials.
Working Conditions
Standard office environment.
Work requires substantial visual concentration on detail.
Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment.
Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE.
May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes.
Travel up to 10% may be required.
Standing: 30% | Sitting: 70% | Lifting: up to 25 pounds | Pushing: up to 25 pounds | Mental/Visual: use of computer, calculator, filing cabinets | Workspace: cubicle/desk
Crane Co. reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this position. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of accountability and responsibility. These descriptions should not be considered to be all-inclusive listings of work requirements.
Crane Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity characteristic or expression, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, or U.S. military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law, in recruiting, hiring, training and promoting.
Salary range: $132,020.70 - $162,894.20.
Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.
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Quality Manager
role at
Crane Company .
Location: West Caldwell, NJ.
About Crane Aerospace & Electronics
Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. The company operates in demanding environments such as engines, landing gear, satellites, medical implants and unmanned aerial systems. The West Caldwell facility produces microwave components and systems for space, defense and commercial applications.
Job Summary The Quality Manager is responsible for establishing, implementing and directing quality assurance efforts to ensure components and other materials in finished goods and products conform to quality standards based on the requirements and expectations of the organization and customer.
Essential Functions
Management, training and mentoring of all Quality Department employees at site level.
Lead problem solving Kaizen events.
Manage budget, costs and expenditures within the Quality function and applicable functional support requirement.
Responsible for investigation of and formal response to all customer complaints (SCARS).
Responsible for failure analysis & corrective action reporting system (FRACAS).
Participate in internal and audits.
Any other task assigned by your supervisor or management.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience: 5+ years Quality assurance experience in the defense, space electronics or high end aerospace industry in either a management role or senior quality engineering position; Experience with Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
Knowledge: Expert knowledge of Quality Management Systems as well as Process Improvement and Control Techniques; Demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing best practices, process control (SPC, Six Sigma), logistics processes (inventory management), engineering management (project management) and safety management.
Skills/Abilities: Demonstrated strong analytical and problem solving skills; Effective written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills; Ability to manage through influence; Ability to demonstrate a strong sense of urgency.
Education/Certification: B.S. degree in electrical or mechanical engineering, or related field.
Preferred Qualifications
Certified ISO/AS lead assessor credentials.
Working Conditions
Standard office environment.
Work requires substantial visual concentration on detail.
Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment.
Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE.
May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes.
Travel up to 10% may be required.
Standing: 30% | Sitting: 70% | Lifting: up to 25 pounds | Pushing: up to 25 pounds | Mental/Visual: use of computer, calculator, filing cabinets | Workspace: cubicle/desk
Crane Co. reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this position. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of accountability and responsibility. These descriptions should not be considered to be all-inclusive listings of work requirements.
Crane Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity characteristic or expression, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, or U.S. military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law, in recruiting, hiring, training and promoting.
Salary range: $132,020.70 - $162,894.20.
Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.
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