Quality Assurance Project Manager

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we're inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We're proud to play a part in protecting the world's democracies. And we're committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world's aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 bn.in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.Job SummaryA brand new opportunity has been created within the Quality Assurance Department of our thriving facilities in East Cowes.The Quality Assurance Project Manager will act as business partner and Subject Matter Expert to the site manufacturing process managers and leadership in the use of our quality management software system, TipQA. They will be responsible for assuring and improving the manufacturing processes and product/service quality performance through the continued monitoring and use of TipQA, as well as supporting the continued compliance to AS9100, Part 145, 21G & ISO 17025 regulations, including implementation, maintenance and improvement of the Safety Management Systems.Job ResponsibilitiesFull job description available upon request, however main responsibilitues will include:Be the Company point of contact with the TipQA software suppliers; Project Management of the TipQA database updates as released by the supplier company (including testing, incorporation and re-training as required);The Project Management of the incorporation of future versions of TipQA software system as provided by the supplier company to the site. (i.e. cloud-based version) within the Cowes programs (including testing, incorporation and re-training as required);The initial assessment and project management for the introduction of an electronic work card capability (TipQA or suitable software alternative);Contribute to the identification and assessment of proposed new/revised software for the site as part of the IT steering Committee;Provide general assistance to the Quality Department. i.e. Providing additional auditing and corrective actions resource as required;General Management of the TipQA database records;Provide suitable and effective training in the use of TipQA;Prepare and deliver BMS and Quality Culture training to Production and supporting departments personnel;To provide Internal (1st Party) audit capability for the assessment of the manufacturing processes and products/services, ensuring process compliance, robustness and effectiveness.Job QualificationsSuitable applicants will be able to demonstrate:Experience in a volume manufacturing environment, preferably AerospaceExperience of working in Quality Assurance system compliance or Lead auditing role.Experience with TipQa or other similar QMS software systems.Knowledge of regulatory requirements especially AS9100, ISO9001 and CAA/EASA part 21 and 145.Experience in the use of quality tools and continuous improvement techniques.Good people skills.Good written, verbal and presentation skillsGood organisational and follow-up skills.Excellent Microsoft office skills.Competent in problem solving, planning and decision making.Commercially awareRelevant IT/software training or software related apprenticeship OR suitable previous experience in a similar role with a similar sized organisation;Recognised and current lead auditor training qualification.Relevant manufacturing/engineering/quality knowledge is preferred.We'll offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further. And with some of the best training on offer in the industry, who knows how far you can go?A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of WorkingEveryone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we've created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It's a culture that won us 'The Best Workplace Culture Award'. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.We're also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.