ATR - Assembly Line Unit Quality Leader

About Us

ATR is the world\'s number one aircraft manufacturer in regional aviation, providing a new generation of turboprops. We are a joint venture between two European aeronautical heavyweights, Airbus and Leonardo. From the world\'s largest cities to the planet\'s most remote regions, our purpose is to deliver air travel to people, communities and businesses in an innovative, sustainable and modern way. If you strive for excellence, are driven by ambition, trust and respect, then join ATR. Our leadership profile is People Centric, Entrepreneurial, Inspiring, Exemplary, Innovative, Humble.

We are looking for a Quality Unit Leader for our Final Assembly Line to join our Quality Directorate in Delphine\'s team. Reporting to the FAL Quality Manager, two Unit Quality Leaders ensure the quality of assembly and customization activities. Our assembly line is organized into two units, from the arrival of parts/sections to the formal transfer of the aircraft to the Flight Line: FAL A (structural assembly and engine installation) and FAL B (aircraft customization and finalization of ground tests).

• FAL A, dedicated to structural assembly and engine installation
• FAL B, focused on aircraft customization and finalization of ground tests

The Unit Quality Leader is responsible for monitoring and improving operations within their perimeter. The control and certification of aircraft operations according to airworthiness requirements is a key component of the role. They are also in charge of deploying and overseeing the BMS, as well as the operational and regulatory standards and processes that ensure the aircraft is assembled, tested, and certified in compliance with Quality requirements. In collaboration with the Operations Unit Leader, the Unit Quality Leader drives performance within their scope and ensures the achievement of key operational objectives such as employee safety, product safety, compliance and quality, on-time delivery, workload/staffing/skills adequacy, production cost convergence, and absenteeism management. They ensure an inclusive management approach focused on the development of their teams. Together with other members of the FAL Quality Management Team, they contribute to the strategic vision of the Operations Quality Directorate with the objective of delivering aircraft in line with Quality, Cost and Schedule targets, while continuously improving customer satisfaction.

Your Mission

• Lead the team in the perimeter (managers, quality inspectors, and test technicians), ensure development of all team members, and drive performance to meet objectives set by the company and the Quality organization.
• Foster a positive social environment, engage and motivate both direct and indirect teams, promoting collaboration beyond boundaries.
• Ensure compliance with Ethics & Compliance principles and promote ATR values.
• Manage subcontracting activities within the perimeter, ensuring alignment with the allocated budget.
• Manage resources in terms of headcount and competencies, and set clear objectives aligned with expected performance.
• Implement and secure the effectiveness of the Quality Management System within the perimeter, including preventive actions and operational surveillance.
• Identify product-related issues, secure them, and oversee corrective actions.
• Control and certify the airworthiness of the aircraft through inspections, quality gates and tests, in compliance with standards, the Quality System and applicable regulations, including safety, health and environmental rules.
• Ensure deliveries to internal or airline customers meeting quality, cost and schedule requirements; support customer satisfaction by preparing and coordinating customer visits.
• Contribute to defining the strategic plan of Operations Quality and prepare for the upcoming production ramp-up.

About You

• Strong leadership and coaching abilities
• Excellent understanding of product safety and quality principles, BMS, and compliance management
• Strong knowledge and understanding of POA requirements
• Solid field experience and familiarity with lean manufacturing principles
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and summarizing skills at all levels of the organization
• Ability to collaborate across organizational boundaries and strong customer orientation
• Rigorous and reliable
• Ability to engage teams toward achieving ATR\'s objectives
• Appetite for challenge and commitment
• Languages: proficient in French and English; Italian is a plus
• Motivated and resilient, with several prior experiences in operational functions, including production and/or quality management roles
• You are ready to take off with us to connect communities and businesses and provide the best possible products and support to our customers

Recruitment Process

• Delphine will contact you
• Innovative and digital assessment
• Interview with Delphine and then with Mehdi HR Recruiter

What We Offer

• Highly competitive compensation package (profit and participation sharing, employee savings plan)
• Work-life balance (remote work, paid leave, family event days)
• Well-being / health (supplementary health & welfare coverage)
• Career paths enabling employees to develop their skills and build a professional project
• Wide choice of development programs for soft and hard skills
• CSE: ATR and Airbus CSE programs for employees
• Diversity and inclusion: ATR employs people from many nationalities and backgrounds

ATR is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

This job requires awareness of potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity as the foundation for the company\'s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company: Avions de Transport Regional (ATR) GIE

Contract Type: Permanent

Experience Level: Professional

Job Family: Leadership

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