Description
Position Summary
The Contract Technical Specialist will be responsible for performing detailed contract reviews of customer quotations and orders and will ensure compliance with the assistance of functional departments. The Contract Technical Specialist shall be very familiar with customer requirements and will continuously work to drive improvements by development of checklists and compliance matrices
Responsibilities
The Contract Technical Specialist will be responsible for, but not limited to:
Ensure safety is the foundation of daily work through vigilance and accountability
Ability to read and interpret customer specifications, quality requirements, and customer/Sargent engineering drawing notes
Ensure adherence to contract review timelines
Maintain cross-functional communication with all departments and management
Creating customer checklists and compliance matrices that will enable effective and efficient contract reviews
Perform detailed contract reviews for new customer orders and summarize pertinent special items that need to be identified and adhered to within each customer order such as:
Use of approved sources for raw material or outside processes
Defining quality inspections and tests that must be performed on material or fabricated product
Unique part marking requirements/methods
Certifications required on material or finished product
Specialized requirements or testing that needs to be performed
Special packaging requirements
Special source inspections that must be conducted prior to shipment
The output from the Contract Technical Specialist will be sent to Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality so contract review items are adhered to on purchase orders, manufacturing work orders, and quality inspections
The Contract Technical Specialist will also notify Product Management/Customer Support if there are new items on the contract that are discovered that would affect Sargent's cost to manufacture the product so that Product Management/Customer Support can address this with customers before the product is produced
Enter cross-referencing information in ERP applications for manufacturing, customer service planning, quality, and outside sales
Write reports, update, and work with desktop instructions and company work instructions
Perform job functions in accordance with set policies and procedures to ensure preservation of the company policy
Minimum Qualifications
Education - a two-year college degree in a technical related field or equivalent engineering or quality assurance job experience in a manufacturing environment
Must be able to read and interpret customer specifications, quality requirements, and customer/Sargent engineering drawing notes
The candidate should have general cross-functional knowledge of manufacturing fabrication processes, quality requirements, and engineering drawings
Demonstrated strong attention to detail is a must for this position
Working knowledge of ERP systems
High level of MS Office proficiency
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with aerospace contracts highly valued
Experience with cross-functional, group work environments
Experienced as customer delegated inspector
Experience with DFARS (Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement)
A working knowledge of applicable QMS standards, including ISO9001, and AS9100
Technical Writing
Join the Sargent Legacy in Securing Our Future
RBC Bearings Incorporated (NYSE: RBC/RBCP) is a leading international manufacturer of highly engineered precision bearings, components and essential systems for the industrial, defense and aerospace industries. Founded in 1919, the Company is primarily focused on producing highly technical and/or regulated bearing products and components requiring sophisticated design, testing and manufacturing capabilities for the diversified industrial, aerospace and defense markets. RBC currently has 56 facilities, of which 37 are manufacturing facilities in ten countries and the market capitalization is approximately $6.2 billion.
In 2015, RBC acquired Sargent Aerospace and Defense.
Founded in 1920, Sargent Aerospace & Defense leverages 100 years of expertise as a premier global supplier of precision engineered customized components that directly contributes to the safe operation of countless commercial and military aircraft, rotorcraft, submarines and land-based vehicles.
At Sargent, our mission is to secure our future by making the challenging a reality. We achieve this by delivering high quality products and services that meet customer requirements and exceed customer expectations through employee development, customer focus and continual improvement.
Sargent's continuing investment in people, assets, technology, and process quality ensures excellence and is integral to the company's commitment to customers and their end-users. As we grow, we will continue to root our culture through our core values of Integrity, Respects & Values People, Customer Focus, Teamwork, Results Focus and Continual Improvement.
Company Benefits Include:
Competitive Compensation
Bonus platforms
Holidays/Vacation/Sick Time
401k Savings & Investment Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Medical/Dental/Vision Plans
HSA/FSA
Life & Disability Insurance
Accident/Hospital/Critical Care Plans
Pet Insurance
Gym & Rideshare Incentives
Legal Insurance/Identity Theft
½ day Fridays
Dedication to our core values. Our must haves...
Integrity - We do the right thing the right way. Our ideal candidate is ethical, honest in all interactions, delivers good news and bad, and follows through on commitments. Key Skills & Abilities is fair, credible, confidential, fiscally responsible and accountable for decisions and actions.
Respects and Values People - We encourage and bring out the potential of others. Our ideal candidate embraces diversity, recognizes and supports the accomplishments, talents and development of others. Key Skills & Abilities is committed to the building of strong relationships and creates an environment of trust and mutual respect.
Customer Focus - We act with excellence in each and every interaction. Our ideal candidate builds strong internal/external customer relationships and goes above and beyond to deliver high quality products and services on time, every time. Key Skills & Abilities is responsive with strong customer service skills, product and job knowledge to provide excellent customer satisfaction.
Teamwork - We are better together. Our ideal candidate is inclusive, engaged and collaborative, sharing information, ideas and experiences to accomplish goals, improve decision making and leverage capabilities. Key Skills & Abilities is a dependable team player, demonstrated through attendance and punctuality, works well with others and has strong communication skills (both oral & written) to keep all stakeholders informed.
Results Focus - We focus on the outcome, not the obstacle. Our ideal candidate must have a strong work ethic with a results/performance driven track record in a fast paced, changing and challenging environment. Key Skills & Abilities is adaptable, works with a sense of urgency and high level of initiative and demonstrates a commitment to quality with attention to detail.
Continual Improvement - We encourage and drive innovation. Our ideal candidate must be naturally curious, passionate and never satisfied with the status quo. Key Skills & Abilities is innovative and has a problem-solving mindset that provides and implements CI ideas.
We offer competitive compensation and excellent benefits including Medical, Dental, and company matched 401k plan.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.
EEO/AA/F/M/VET/DISABLED
Qualifications
Education
Required
Associates or better
High School or better
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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