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GKN AEROSPACE · Tallassee, AL
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Quality Assurance Auditor
Tallassee, AL
Posted 1 week ago
About the job
GKN Aerospace, a global leader in aerospace innovation, is committed to sustainability and quality. We seek a Quality Auditor to support manufacturing, lead audits, and drive continuous improvement. Join us for an inspiring career in a diverse, inclusive environment with great opportunities.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- 2+ years in quality standards
- Experience in quality control
- Knowledge of AS9100 standards
- Understanding of NADCAP
Qualifications
- Internal Auditor Certification
- Experience with NADCAP audits
- Familiarity with PRI systems
- Lean and Six Sigma knowledge
- Strong analytical skills
Full job description
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 Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Quality Auditor to support our manufacturing operations by ensuring compliance with internal standards, customer requirements, and regulatory expectations. In this role, you will lead internal audits, support external audits, and partner closely with manufacturing teams to identify risks, drive continuous improvement, and strengthen our culture of quality and accountability.
This is a hands-on position suited for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys problem-solving, and is committed to upholding high standards across processes and products.
Job Responsibilities
Audit Leadership & Execution
External Audit Support
Quality Partnership & Improvement
Job Requirements
Preferred Qualifications
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 Working
Everyone 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.
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 Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Quality Auditor to support our manufacturing operations by ensuring compliance with internal standards, customer requirements, and regulatory expectations. In this role, you will lead internal audits, support external audits, and partner closely with manufacturing teams to identify risks, drive continuous improvement, and strengthen our culture of quality and accountability.
This is a hands-on position suited for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys problem-solving, and is committed to upholding high standards across processes and products.
Job Responsibilities
Audit Leadership & Execution
- Plan, lead, and execute internal audits of manufacturing processes and products
- Prepare audit documentation, gather evidence, issue findings, and manage follow-up actions
- Communicate risks, non-conformities, and improvement opportunities to the BMS/QMS Manager
External Audit Support
- Host and support customer, regulatory, and third-party audits
- Assist with corrective action processes including RCCA, NCR, and OASIS responses
Quality Partnership & Improvement
- Act as a business partner to manufacturing leadership, supporting quality performance and compliance
- Promote best practices and continuous improvement across teams and departments
- Help maintain and enhance the effectiveness of the Quality Management System (QMS)
Job Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- 2+ years of experience in quality standards and regulations for for manufacturing
- Proven background in quality control engineering, quality system planning, and/or quality Improvement methods
- Working knowledge of AS9100 standards and NADCAP
- Must be a U.S. Person due to export control regulations
Preferred Qualifications
- Internal Auditor Certification (ASQ CQA or equivalent)
- Experience conducting NADCAP audits
- Familiarity with PRI (Performance Review Institute) systems and protocols
- Familiarity with Lean principles and Six Sigma (Green Belt preferred)
- Strong analytical, documentation, and project management skills
- Ability to lead small teams and influence cross-functional groups
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 Working
Everyone 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.
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