Head of Quality Transformation

• You will be working for an international key player in the aviation industry
• You will interface with both the world's biggest airlines and airframers

About Our Client

In the UK, Safran Seats specialises solely in the First Class and Business Class seating markets for wide body aircraft, with industrial and engineering teams in Cwmbran and Newport, Wales and Brackley, England.

Job Description

• Develop the strategic roadmap for implementation and execution of the Quality strategy within Safran Seats GB (SGB), liaising and working with all levels of SGB as well as benchmarking with Quality personnel in Safran Seats France and US.
• This role demands a high level of experience and competency in transformation and leadership to ensure effective implementation and participation at all levels of the Business.
• The role requires technical problem solving, therefore the position holder is expected to be able to quickly understand technical issues and help with their resolution through exploration, problem solving tools, and/or direct support.
• Servant leadership of the Quality Teams, Liaise with key functional stakeholders to ensure business objectives are met
• Develop Quality metrics that underpin and enhance operational efficiency
• Undertake benchmarking for the strategic projects/activities that are monitored and measured
• With the VP Quality, establish and enforce robust governance frameworks to ensure compliance with industry standards and requirements
• Manage and report the progress of Quality strategy activities to the VP Quality, Seats GB Excom and Seats Company Level
• Work closely with existing Supply Chain, CI, and Engineering Transformation Managers for cross functional project deployment
• Define roadmap and planning of the Digital Strategy for Quality
• Delivery of ERP (M3) roadmap for quality deliverables
• Manage Digital transformation within the quality function and processes
• Standardise and harmonise digital tools in line with Safran SST expectations.
• Ensure HSE objectives are maintained within the team to put "Safety First, Quality Always"
• Engage collaboratively as Business Process Manager for QUA, RSK and GOV
• Implement One Safran Quality process and operational excellence standard methods and best practices to drive effective implementation of the Quality transformation activities
• Support and facilitation to Safety Management System (SMS) implementation roadmap within Seats GB
• Proactively work with all Functions to drive the effective implementation and coordination of Quality strategy and priorities within Safran Seats GB
• Identify areas for improvement and spearhead initiatives to implement, manager and monitor projects

The Successful Applicant

A successful Head of Quality Transformation should have:

• Degree level or equivalent in an Engineering / Manufacturing related discipline.
• Lean / 6 Sigma knowledge and general improvement tools
• Experience in aerospace (or similar) quality processes and procedures including QRQC and APQP
• In-depth knowledge of Aerospace Regulations eg EASA, FAA, AS9100 etc
• Essential
• 8D analysis and report writing
• Risk Analysis
• Experience of dealing with regulatory authorities
• Quality and production experience
• Competent in MS packages
• Problem solving skills (including 8D, 5 whys)
• Leadership and / or management qualification

What's on Offer

As a valued member of our team, these are just a few of the benefits you'll receive:

33 days holiday (including bank holidays)

Industry leading pension scheme with salary sacrifice employer contributions up to 10%.

Private medical cover (to include Digital GP and rapid access Physio with no excess) with ability to upgrade level of benefit and cover family members.

Access to salary sacrifice benefits scheme including cycle to work and Octopus EV Scheme

4 x Life Assurance

Interactive benefits platform including wide range of discretionary benefits including technology, retail benefits, income protection.

Enhanced family friendly policies and benefits (enhanced maternity and paternity leave) and employee assistance programme

Annual share save schemes.

Option for hybrid and flexible working arrangements

Opportunities for career advancement and personal growth. Benefit from support through Safran University and our internal Training and Development Schools

Get involved in our corporate social responsibility activities from sustainability initiatives, charity and fundraising, volunteering days, or supporting STEM activities at local schools and colleges nurturing the next generation of talent

This role is subject to pre-employment checks, including but not limited to criminal record checks. While having unspent convictions may not necessarily prevent you from being employed, you are required to disclose any unspent convictions during the recruitment process. Only candidates who successfully pass these checks will be considered for employment.