Assist with developing and enhancing quality management systems focusing on customer satisfaction, business process standardization, reliability and effectiveness.
Lead and participate in cross functional teams to improve quality of service parts andprocesses.
Provide Advance Quality Planning and Process Audit for resourced components.
Review and approve Forever Requirements (FR) (supplier request for any change).
Plan, schedule and lead Process Audits for service exclusive parts.
Plan, audit and verify corrective actions to ensure compliance with technical requirements of the product and process according to a standard.
Evaluate quality and program risk and Supplier eligibility assessment.
Communicate audit progress and findings by preparing reports and meeting updates.
Ensure correct application of process methods and specifications in manufacturing areas.
Recommend and validate rework procedures.
Develop inspection procedures and best practices for performing inspection
Perform root cause analysis of quality issues, using advanced problem solving tools (like Kepner Tregoe, Shainin Red X, Design of Experiments) and document discrepancies using GIM.
Recommend, implement and verify cost-effective, permanent corrective actions.
Recommend and implement cost savings initiatives as applicable
Review Supplier Process FMEA, Operator Instructions and Control Plan documents.
Review and approve the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) submissions for service parts.
Work with Engineering, Supplier and Purchasing cross-functional teams to collaborate on quality improvement projects driving change with a focus on:
Part quality improvement
Process Audit and PPAP approval
Warranty Improvements and part delivery
Dealer performance
Supplier communication
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelors Degree in Engineering
5 years of experience in Warehouse Depot/Manufacturing/Plant environment
Automotive Experience related to Manufacturing, Quality and or Engineering (OEM or Supplier)
Engineering Degree (Mech, Elect, Chemical or Industrial) preferred
Experience with OEM and or Tier One Automotive Supplier Quality with full understanding of PPAP / AQP and IATF 16949 Requirements
Understanding of quality procedures and systems
Experience in improving processes
Successfully demonstrated the application of the theory, approaches and tools within the operating system at the right step with the right level of rigor
Strong analytical skills and ability/willingness to gain additional know-how on WCL topics
Lead issue resolution meetings with stakeholders and escalate priority concerns
Identification of critical processes and develop solutions
Demonstrated experience in the application of problem solving tool
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
Strong communication skills to include ability to present work to large groups.
Outstanding leadership, teamwork and interpersonal skills.
Experience working with salary bargained unit personnel.
Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
Excellent critical thinking analytic and problem solving skills.
Microsoft Office proficiency, including presentation and Microsoft Excel.
Must be self-motivated, results driven, able to work with minimal supervision.
Ability to perform process audits and evaluate the capabilities of third party packagers.
Strong interpersonal skills to include ability to work effectively within an extended team.
Comfortable at managing multiple assignments.
Knowledge of IMDS and regulatory requirements.
Ability to present ideas and concepts successfully to senior levels of management
Ability to travel domestic and international supplier locations.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Onsite/Remote Hybrid - Must be located in Michigan - Minimum 3 days a week in Auburn Hills, MI
Travel is approximately 25% - primarily within the Metro Detroit Area - Local Suppliers, Warranty Center and Custom Shops