Quality Analyst
Cincinnati, OH | Day Shift | $90,000–$110,000
Position Overview
The Quality Analyst reports to the Quality Manager and is responsible for the day-to-day management of large-scale, cross-functional programs focused on creating efficiencies and improving processes related to Quality, Delivery, and Cost.
This position champions and deploys business and process improvement methodologies and tools across the organization, builds capability through knowledge sharing and coaching, and participates in internal audits to ensure applicable standards and internal and external customer requirements are met.
Primary Responsibilities
- Lead process improvement initiatives across the organization to deliver efficiencies and benefits to internal and external customers.
- Conduct internal audits to maintain the QMS and report findings in accordance with QMS requirements.
- Perform data compilation, tracking, and reporting, including analysis of nonconformance trends.
- Ensure compliance with internal and external customer requirements.
- Communicate updates on shop metrics and goals to employees.
- Perform project management activities, including initiating and managing Lean Six Sigma projects involving cross-functional teams.
- Identify and manage improvement opportunities focused on standardization, automation, and profitability.
- Document and monitor projects related to business processes, policies, metrics, and standard operating procedures resulting from improvement initiatives.
- Utilize Quality and Lean tools including Value Stream Mapping, FMEA, Pareto, 5-Why, 8D, 6S, and Behavior Analysis.
- Facilitate training on QMS topics as needed.
- Promote and develop a continuous improvement culture across the organization. Quality Analyst 2023
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field, or equivalent education and experience.
- At least 4 years of progressive continuous improvement and/or quality experience.
- Intermediate knowledge of Quality and Lean tools.
- Experience with data mining, compilation, and reporting to drive improvement projects and initiatives.
- Knowledge of aerospace quality standards, including AS9100.
- Working knowledge of a Quality Management System (QMS).
- Excellent speaking, listening, and written communication skills in English.
- Strong understanding and practical application of process improvement techniques.
- Ability to work independently without direct supervision.
- Ability to inspire and motivate employees at all levels and lead team projects.
- Ability to present and train effectively with different levels of company personnel.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and follow up with a sense of urgency.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment with a strong commitment to accountability.
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Ability to travel within the U.S. and internationally without restriction. Quality Analyst 2023
Work Environment
This position involves working in both an office and manufacturing environment, with approximately 75% of the workday involving computer use. The role requires the ability to sit and stand for extended periods and periodically lift or move up to 30 pounds.
The manufacturing environment may include exposure to oil-based products and other manufacturing materials, elevated noise levels, and required PPE. Quality Analyst 2023
Additional Requirements
This is a safety-sensitive manufacturing position and successful completion of pre-employment drug and background screening is required.
ITAR: Candidates must meet the definition of a U.S. Person under ITAR requirements. Quality Analyst 2023