Head of Quality

2 days ago

Toronto, ON, Canada Nicholas Associates Full-time $90,000 - $120,000 Contract

Position :

Head of Quality, Quality Manager, Regional Quality Manager

Location :

Toronto based, can consider some hybrid working. Role will cover the whole of the USA and Canada and will require regular travel to customers, suppliers and partners

Team Size :

Currently two - one quality engineer and one quality inspector. This is expected to grow significantly over the coming months

Working Language :

Fluent written and spoken English is essential. Any Spanish or French language skills may be beneficial but are not a requirement

Standards :

  • AS9110 (MROs)
  • AS9120 (stockists & distributors)
  • AS9101 (auditors)

Remit

  • Manage all aspects of quality and compliance with the AS9100 suite, ISO9001, FAA, EASA, and specific customer requirements
  • Manage all audit requirements including supplier audits
  • Lead on non-conformance investigations, conducting root cause analysis to identify issues and provide effective solutions
  • Manage all quality documentation to ensure compliance with all relevant requirements and bodies
  • Provide quality metric measurement data to the board
  • Assist with customer training and on-boarding
  • Assist with supplier / partner onboarding and compliance

About You

  • Strong experience in a Senior Quality position in aerospace, aviation, precision engineering or very similar is essential
  • An in-depth knowledge of, and experience of working with the AS9100 suite of standards is essential
  • Knowledge of FAA and EASA regulations is extremely beneficial
  • Experience conducting root cause analysis (8d, 5 whys / 6 whys, FMEA, fishbone etc) and corrective action management
  • Excellent communication skills written and spoken
  • Proactive, solutions-focused, and able to work independently while supporting cross-functional initiatives.
  • Ability to read and understand technical data including drawings and specifications, etc
  • Must be computer literate and familiar with Microsoft Outlook, Word, MS Office.
  • Numeracy and literacy skills are essential ; this role will require a high degree of attention to detail
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong commercial awareness and customer service ethics
  • Able to travel frequently throughout the USA and Canada on a relatively regular basis, and further afield internationally when required (not frequent)