Job Description

Quality and Improvement Manager

Kingsville, TX

As the Quality and Improvement Manager you will set the highest standards of compliance to the Rolls-Royce Quality Management System (RRMS) for self, Quality Staff, and the unit. You will drive continuous improvement, develop and deliver training, and build strong customer relationships. As the team lead you will focus on robust non-conformance identification and corrective/preventative action plans as well as coach and mentor Lean Six Sigma methodology and ensure processes and procedures comply with Customer requirements.  

Innovate & Power the World
 

To ensure we continue to be pioneers of our industry, Rolls-Royce has a team of over 16,500 engineers around the globe. They include everyone from world experts in their field to those who manage hundreds of people and millions of dollars’ worth of investments. We recruit engineers at all levels and in a range of disciplines. And while we encourage specialisation, we also offer freedom to cross-specialise and develop skills across a number of different areas.

At Rolls-Royce, we look beyond tomorrow. We continually pioneer integrated power and propulsion solutions to deliver cleaner, safer, and more competitive power.

Rolls-Royce is a Military Friendly Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. You can learn more here.

Key Accountabilities:

Set the highest standards of compliance to the Rolls-Royce Quality Management System (RRMS) for self, Quality Staff, and the UnitEnsure processes and procedures comply with all customer specific contractual requirementsExecute an audit strategy that confirms compliance and supports continuous improvementBuild strong, dependable relations with Customers, regulators, industry and the other business functionsLead the Quality/Inspection team with a focus on robust non-conformance identification, and corrective/preventative action plansInfluence internal and external stakeholders to ensure product quality.  Install effective governance structures where appropriate Develop and deliver effective training for the site, including sustaining awareness of quality issues across all employees and leadershipDrive continuous improvement plan utilizing the principals of the Lean and DMAIC methodologies transforming performance to world class levelsCoach and mentor the Lean Six Sigma Methodology to deliver significant financial benefits through Yellow Belt, Green Belt and Black Belt projectsImplement and drive the Rolls-Royce Production System in line with functional accountabilities  Sponsor improvement projects, implement the problem resolution process and champion best quality practices

Basic Qualifications:

Associate’s degree + 7 years of experience – ORBachelor’s degree + 5 years of experience - ORMaster’s degree + 3 years of experience - ORJD/PhD - OR9 years of experience in lieu of a degreeFamiliarity with NAMP 4790 requirementsFamiliarity with Quality Management SystemsExperience working Quality in a manufacturing or MRO environmentLogical thinking skills/problem solvingGood Communication skillsTo be considered for this position you must be a US citizen

Preferred Qualifications:

Quality Leadership ExperienceJet Engine Overhaul/Repair experienceCertified AuditorExcellent problem solving/analytical skillsExcellent data management and analyticsExcellent Communication skills

Pioneer the next generation of innovation. Join us and you’ll develop your skills and expertise to the very highest levels, working in an international environment for a company known the world over for its brilliance.

Our People are our Power

We are an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to developing a diverse workforce and an inclusive working environment. We believe that people from different backgrounds and cultures give us different perspectives. And the more perspectives we have, the more successful we’ll be. By building a culture of respect and appreciation, we give everyone who works here the opportunity to realize their full potential. You can learn more about our global Inclusion strategy here.

Hybrid working is a way in which our people can balance their time between the office, home, or another remote location. It’s a locally managed and flexed informal discretionary arrangement. As a minimum we’re all expected to attend the workplace for collaboration and other specific reasons, on average three days per week.

Relocation assistance is available for this position.

Closing Date: December 31, 2024

Job CategoryQuality
Job Posting Date13 Dec 2024; 00:12
Pay Range$102,816 - $167,076-Annually

Location:

Kingsville, TX

Benefits

Rolls-Royce provides a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that includes base pay and a discretionary bonus plan. Eligible employees may have the opportunity to enroll in other benefits, including health, dental, vision, disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance; a flexible spending account; a health savings account; a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match; Employee Assistance Program; Paid Time Off; certain paid holidays; paid parental and family care leave; tuition reimbursement; and a long-term incentive plan. The options available to an employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as date of hire, employment type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.