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Supplier Quality Manager, Aerospace Manufacturing

Olney, TX (Onsite, about an hour from Wichita Falls)

Build a supplier quality function from the ground up at a growing aircraft manufacturer. You will report to the VP of Quality, set up the systems, and work directly with suppliers ranging from small machine shops to major aerospace OEMs. Pay is $130K to $150K plus a 40% annual bonus paid quarterly, with relocation.

Must-Haves

• Bachelor's in Engineering, Quality, or related field
• 7+ years of supplier quality experience in manufacturing (aerospace, automotive, industrial, or consumer products)
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 / AS9100 and supplier management practices
• Strong negotiation and relationship management skills
• Able to travel up to 50%

What You'll Do

• Establish supplier quality policies, procedures, and systems
• Develop supplier scorecards and performance metrics
• Lead supplier audits and development programs, focused on the suppliers that need the most help
• Manage SCARs and drive corrective actions from quality trends
• Create supplier recovery and cost recovery processes
• Run supplier risk assessments and qualifications
• Partner with Supply Chain and Procurement to improve incoming quality

Nice-to-Haves

• Aerospace manufacturing experience
• A track record of building a supplier quality system from scratch

What You'll Get

• $130K to $150K base salary
• 40% annual bonus, paid quarterly
• Relocation assistance
• Two 2-week plant shutdowns each year (July and December)
• A direct line to a VP building a world-class quality system

About the Company

A growing aircraft manufacturer with a multi-plant campus in North Texas and plans to expand.