POA & I-MS COMPLIANCE MANAGER

Job description

Job Description:

The POA (Production Organization Approval) & I-MS (Integrated Management System) Compliance Manager is responsible for ensuring a high standard of compliance to EASA Part 21 G and TCCA CAR 561 POA requirements and the 

I–MS compliance requirements at AHCA. The POA & I-MS Compliance Manager deals directly with EASA, TCCA and Airbus Group on matters related to POA Compliance and the Safety Management System of AHCA. An I-MS is a Management system that combines the requirements of a QMS (Quality Management System) and SMS (Safety Management System) in compliance with the POA requirements.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Operational POA (EASA and TCCA) Compliance

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Proactively identify all risks with appropriate Operational Managers and implement corrective actions to maintain compliance.

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Manage the initial and recurrent training needs for all certifying staff in alignment with Part 21 Compliance. 

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Ensure that the COM-17 process is in full compliance at AHCA.

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Ensure 5S is maintained across the AHCA facility to mitigate any product and safety risks with clear segregation of POA and MOA parts.

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Ensure that changes to Manufacturing, Quality and Engineering documents and processes are clearly evaluated and implemented with clear traceability to product.

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Ensure that all equipment changes are added to the change dossier and included in the scope of approval prior to commissioning on POA Products.

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Ensure that POA traceability is maintained across the Production Planning and Purchasing process.

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Ensure clear alignment of roles, responsibilities and authorities to the POA Managers in AH and AHD and all accountable roles at AHCA have clear delegations.

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Responsible for driving improvements to acquire all POA related authorities within Design and Manufacturing in alignment to the Make COE process at AHCA.

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Ensure all AHCA POA SCQM suppliers are managed in SAP and approvals renewed at periodic intervals through on site audits.

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Act as an audit liaison at AHCA by supporting on site POA audits from internal AH auditors and external EASA auditors.

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Ensure coordination of non-conformances and NOEs with the Compliance team at Marignane and Donauworth.

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Responsible for the management and maintenance of a clear list of POA parts within the scope of approval for AHCA.

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Act as a coordinator between the POA and DOA on matters pertaining to continued airworthiness including but not limited to ADs, SBs etc.

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Manage the transition of TCCA parts in WIP to POA parts with clear identification and tagging.

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Responsible and accountable for all POA related compliance KPIs.

 

POA (EASA and TCCA) I-MS Compliance

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Serve as the AHCA QMS Focal on matters pertaining to Quality procedures, Policies, Instructions and Forms.

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Act as the SMS focal for EASA POA compliance.

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Manage corrective actions and investigations in Safety Cube.

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Identify Safety Enhancers and drive Aviation Safety improvement projects.

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Manage the AHCA Audit schedule and calendar of internal audits.

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Drive the compliance of the POA to meet all EASA SMS requirements to level 3 and above.

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Actively promote SMS policies and procedures with a foundation of Speak up and Just and Fair Policies.

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Be the focal point for any third party and regulatory external QMS audits. i.e. AS9100, TCCA, EASA- etc.

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Manage the CARs related to internal and external audits to ensure timely closure.

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Drive the redesign of the audit process to transition to Product Conformity audits from Process audits.

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Support all initial and refresher training required to maintain Auditor status.

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Serve as a mentor for candidates aspiring to be internal auditors from other departments.

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Drive all KPIs on CARs and manage risks related to Process Effectiveness and Compliance.

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Identify continuous improvements based on process and product audit results.

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Drive documentation control and workflow improvements such as AODOCS etc. 

EDUCATION & JOB REQUIREMENTS

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Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or ASQ Certification; or equivalent experience

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5 years’ experience in POA or QMS role

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3 years’ experience in a Supervisory role

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3 years’ experience in a Regulatory compliance or Quality role

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, DEMONSTRATED CAPABILITIES

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Experience with carrying out transformational projects on Quality Management Systems

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Experience with implementing POA standards and compliance regulations

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Experience with auditing to AS9100D and TCCA/POA requirements

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Strong initiative and motivation to work independently and in a team environment, to drive development to achieve the highest standard of quality

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Ability to bring the context of long term strategic objectives and goals and apply them to day to day activities and decisions making

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Strong communication, interpersonal and leadership skills

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Advanced problem solving skills

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Demonstrated ability to multi task in a fast paced environment

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Proficient in Google Suite & Microsoft Office Applications

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Proficient in SAP

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Proficient in NCM 

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:
Airbus Helicopters Canada Ltd

Employment Type:
Permanent

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Experience Level:
Professional

Job Family:
Leadership

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