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Amsted Automotive · 13 hours ago

Quality Manager

Taylor, MI

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

Amsted Automotive is seeking a Quality Manager who will be responsible for the day-to-day management and strategic direction of the quality assurance function for their Taylor, Michigan facility. The role involves championing quality initiatives, ensuring customer satisfaction, conducting management reviews of the quality system, and developing supplier quality standards.

AutomotiveIndustrial EngineeringManufacturingMechanical Engineering

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Champion all Quality initiatives for the business

Cost of Poor-Quality Program Reduction

PPM Defective Reduction

Lead Problem-Solving efforts using relevant tools and implement appropriate metrics

Champion continuous improvement process projects in the plant to support internal and external Quality initiatives (DOE, etc)

Ensure Customer Satisfaction through established Quality initiatives

Represents “the Voice of the Customer”

Lead Corrective Action Process using Customer Corrective Action (CA) requirements, such as 8 D and 5 Why (both internal and external)

Conduct Management Review of the Quality System

Develop and maintain quality documentation (work instructions, check sheets, PFMEA)

Approve and administer compilation of PPAP submissions (internally and externally)

Responsible for attainment and compliance with quality certifications (ISO, IATF)

Responsible for successful completion of all quality certification audits

Execute all requirements of an effective inspection system

Evaluate production processes through Statistical Process Controls data

Confirm product shipped to customer meets customer requirements

Identify opportunities for cost savings, gains in efficiency and overall effectiveness

Develop and maintain supplier quality standards for raw materials and manufactured or purchased parts

Lead, manage and develop staff members

Actively participate as the primary quality representative of the management team

ISO14001 Audit and Certification

Manage department budget for labor cost and MRO expenses

Lead error proofing and continuous improvement initiatives

Perform other duties and projects as assigned

Qualification

ISO certificationIATF 16949Geometric DimensioningTolerancingStatistical Process ControlQuality toolsAPQPPPAPPFMEAContinuous improvementMicrosoft OfficeSix SigmaLeadership skillsCommunication skills

Required

Demonstrated success at establishing a Zero Defects mentality and sustaining the system

Demonstrated leadership skills to include strong team orientation, honest, ethical, fact-based, acts with a sense of urgency, executes and achieves desired results

Strong communication skills (oral and written) with the ability to communicate to all levels within the organization as well as external to the organization, i.e. primary contact for customers regarding quality issues

Must have expert knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

Experienced Metrologist able to use quality tools to define measurement characteristics and part capability

Strong statistical background including the use of SPC within the manufacturing process to measure and sustain capability

Experience with ISO and IATF 16949 Quality Systems development, implementation, maintenance and re-certification

Manage a Customer Specific Requirements library and maintain awareness of CSR's

Thorough understanding of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA's and new product launches

Knowledge of Quality System Basics, Fast Response, Early Part Containment and Six Sigma are helpful

Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (esp. Excel) and database applications (such as MiniTab and PowerWay)

Excellent manual dexterity, ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally

Work may require extended periods of sitting, standing, lifting, bending and stooping

Must be able to work necessary overtime as required

Work is performed in a manufacturing environment with continuous exposure to noise

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Incentive bonus

Medical

Vision

Dental

Prescription Drug Plan

401K

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Short- and Long-term disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Recognition

Gym/Fitness Reimbursement

Company

Amsted Automotive

Amsted Automotive is an automotive company that provides mechatronic clutch design, advanced metal-forming, and powdered metallurgy.

Southfield, Michigan, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://amstedauto.com

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