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Sr. Quality Assurance Incoming Inspection Supervisor
Job ID: 10918
Business Unit: Long Island Rail Road
Location: Queens, NY, United States
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Department: Railroad Program Support Dept
Date Posted: Mar 13, 2025
Description
Title: Senior Quality Assurance Incoming Inspection-Supervisor
Department: Railroad Program Support (RPS)
Post Date: 03/13/2025
Close Date: 03/26/2025
Hay Point Evaluation: 571
Salary Range: $87,008-$114,198
Position Classification: Safety Sensitive
Location: Queens
Reports To: Director-Quality Assurance
Union Affiliation: IRSA
Please note that this position has been designated as a "Policy Maker," pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics. As such, you will be required to complete a Financial Disclosure Statement that will be provided to you by the New York State Joint Commission on Public Ethics.
SUMMARY:
This position is a leading role responsible for ensuring compliance to regulatory requirements and corporate standards through visual verification and mechanical inspection of incoming materials/components used in the operations of the LIRR. Verification/inspection will be implemented for existing critical and new components/materials for review and acceptance. Data obtained by verification/inspection to vendor improvements can be implemented. This is accomplished through the implementation of internal procedures used in the incoming inspection area, the documented LIRR Quality Management System (QMS), FRA, AAR and ISO. This position will be responsible for assigning and prioritizing inspection activities for the Incoming Inspection Department personnel, assisting and supervising Dept personnel as needed in the inspection and disposition of vendor material. Act as User Department point of contact for all vendor material-related issues.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
- Perform incoming inspection activities for all LIRR material and components identified for inspection. Utilizing specifications, drawings, and Vendor information, determine material disposition. Decipher critical dimensions and characteristics through review of drawings
- Assign weekly activities to inspector (s). Assist other inspector (s) as needed in the evaluation and disposition of material. Document EE11 Nonconformance reports and communicate issues to all stakeholders. Serve as Department point of contact for User Dept concerns. Attend meetings to support User Depts. Oversee and maintain the calibration control program of the Department
- Conduct all necessary analysis, and research, and prepare inspection reports promptly and accurately.
- Ensure the measuring equipment is calibrated before use. implement internal calibration procedures and/or identify the need for external calibration services for equipment.
- Determine appropriate dimensions to be inspected. Develop standards regarding necessary/appropriate steps and procedures to be implemented for inspection and document procedures. Ensure the incoming inspection area is maintained in a well-organized manner.
- Supervise staff. Ensure a safe working environment and adherence to guidelines of company safety policies and procedures
- All other assignments as requested by Senior Management.
QUALIFICATIONS:
A) Required
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, Business, or a related Field. Demonstrated, directly related, recent equivalent experience and education of approximately 15 years may be considered in lieu of degree requirement, subject to approval. OR
- Must have approximately 7 years of Quality Control experience/education and have completed 2 years of satisfactory service as a LIRR Quality Assurance Incoming Inspection Supervisor.
- Must have previous experience in the use and calibration of precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and other instruments.
- Ability to read and understand blueprints and tolerances to determine the disposition of inspected materials or components as accepted or rejected. Basic technical mathematics skills are required.
- Strong computer skills (i.e. Microsoft Office applications) for the preparation of reports and quality records in compliance with procedures.
- Familiarity with and basic understanding of statistical process control techniques Quality Assurance Standards such as ISO or MR and the Corrective Action Process. Ability to use sampling plans as developed in internal procedures.
- Experience in the development and establishment of trend analysis for materials, components, and Vendor's performance.
- Ability to effectively work with minimal supervision and/or direction.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with experience working with mechanics and suppliers.
- Problem-solving, analytic, research, and good judgment skills to direct and take corrective action, when necessary, with the ability to reach consultants and make effective recommendations.
- Must possess a strong work ethic with a high level of professional integrity.
- Must possess excellent team-building, listening, problem-solving, and prioritization skills.
- Ability to lead and motivate a staff of quality control personnel.
- Preferred/Desirable Skills/Qualifications
B) Preferred
- Familiarization with Contract Documents, Specifications, and Plans.
- Knowledge of operational needs, FRA [Federal Railroad Administration] policies, and safety issues governing the LIRR.
- ASQ Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) or ASQ Certified Quality Technician (CQT).
OTHER INFORMATION:
In addition to meeting the minimum requirements of the position, the selection process may include but is not limited to, a pre-screening. assessment (i.e., physical, written, and/ or practical evaluation) and interview. Candidates forfeit further consideration in the process if they fail to participate in any step of the process when scheduled. Make-up dates/times will not be given. In addition, LIRR employee applicants must be in their current position for the 12 months immediately preceding the close date of this posting and must possess satisfactory work. history, including attendance and discipline records. A record of more than ten sick days without medical documentation in two of the last three years is considered unsatisfactory attendance. Not all qualified applicants are guaranteed an interview due to the competitive selection. process. A medical examination and safety-sensitive drug/alcohol test may also be required.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities. The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.
