Assistant Manager, Assembly QC (0020-0010)

Responsible for reviewing current internal and external quality indicators and ensuring quality of parts provided by suppliers. Lead special projects as defined by management team, with emphasis on achieving results that positively impact the Quality KPIs. Initiate supplier development activities to ensure the quality of supplied parts. Provide support for resolution of production related issues such as non-conforming product, retrofits, etc. Lead problem-solving investigations related to internal and external quality indicators and drive continuous improvement through root cause and short-term / long-term counter measures. Establish process control methods to drive production stability. Lead cross functional teams, coordinate quality inspectors and assist other teams when needed, lead improvement initiatives related to department practices, to ensure both internal and external customer satisfaction. Prepare plans and reports for the Quality Department.

Up to 20% domestic travel, and 10% international travel required.

Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field; foreign equivalents accepted; and 2 years of experience in an automotive supplier quality engineering occupation within a manufacturing environment.

OR

4 years of experience (ONLY) in an automotive supplier quality engineering occupation within a manufacturing environment.

Special Skills Requirements

Must include some experience with: - Management of a supplier quality department and inspection teams. - Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) - Supplier audits based on compliance with ISO 9001 - Supplier audits based on compliance with IATF 16949 - Six Sigma SPC analysis and improvement (Ford) - 5S/Visual Management (JCI) - Leather cutting/sewing, automated welding processes and tests, plastics molding - Use of 8D, 5-Why, PDCA and Kaizen in manufacturing - Preparation of written and verbal reports to upper management.

Travel Requirements

Up to 20% domestic travel, and 10% international travel required.
Please copy and paste your resume in the email body (do not send attachments, we cannot open them) and email it to candidates at placementservicesusa.com with reference #0020-0010 in the subject line.

Thank you.