Quality Compliance Officer

at  Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority

Job Description

EDUCATION

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Quality, Engineering, Business Administrative or Information Systems and Data Analytics, or a related field.
• In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, an Associate’s Degree in Quality, Engineering, Business Administrative or Information Systems and Data Analytics, or a related field and two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in a Quality Assurance Industrial, or manufacturing engineering environment, in addition to experience stated below, will be considered.

EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of four (4) years of progressive responsibility and experience in the field of quality and quality audit, in a manufacturing or industrial environment

SUMMARY

The Quality Compliance Officer audits, tests, diagnoses, identifies, analyzes and recommends solutions to problems related to all phases of operations activities, including personnel skills required (emphasis on identifying training needs), and systems performance, facilities, equipment and associated procedures in support of CMOR. The incumbent assists in the development of and ensures the implementation of quality programs in all maintenance, procurement and engineering branches. Additionally, the incumbent monitors contractor compliance with quality plans in major projects and verifies that the audited system, program branch and equipment is operationally effective and safe.

CLOSING

WMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law.
This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace the official job description. Job descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview

• Reviews and/or interprets complex documents such as: engineering documents, drawings, schematics, diagnostic/repair manuals, policies, standard operating procedures, processes and work instructions to determine accuracy in accordance with quality procedures, internal directives and regulatory requirements from external entities.
• Observes, measures and documents the performance of equipment, systems, facilities, procedures, processes and employees to ensure compliance with established standards and safety requirements.
• Recommends improvements in the areas of observation in the performance of machines and personnel.
• Provides guidance and input to the development of Quality Control (QC) and Quality Assurance (QA) programs for CMOR
• Conducts quality audits, investigations and testing of parts, materiel, assemblies, equipment and the processes performed by personnel for adherence to established quality and safety standards. #Effectuates CMOR Policy and Procedures through the audit process.
• Utilizes complex testing equipment and procedures and interprets test procedures and results to determine the quality of the work product performed and reports findings.
• Recommends modifications to existing maintenance procedures, equipment configurations and work methods to improve the overall efficiency, effectiveness and safety of functional offices.