Quality Assistant (Rail)

Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp., U.S.A. • Lincoln, NE

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About The Position

This role provides general administrative support to the Quality department, assisting in the implementation and flow of departmental procedures. The Quality Assistant will compile and prepare documents and reports, process, record, and maintain data related to work instructions, first article submissions, engine and part returns, sort and rework sheets, Assembly changeover sheets, and Engineering changes. This position also involves communicating with internal and external parties and may update and maintain the Quality Management System document and data control system under the direction of Management Representatives.

Requirements

• KMM Core Competencies – Accountability, Adaptability, Attendance, Communication, Integrity, Productivity, Quality, Respect, Safety Awareness and Teamwork
• KMM Nonexempt Competencies – Initiative/Self-Motivation, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving, Professionalism and Resourcefulness
• Accuracy – Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Clerical – Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing and organizing files and records, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology. Operate office machines such as copiers, scanners, facsimile, and telephone systems.
• Confidentiality – The behavior of not disclosing proprietary or personal employee information to any sources within the organization or outside the organization.
• Detailed-Oriented – Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Gather and Report Information – Compiling, tabulating or verifying information for document control.
• Language Skills – Must be able to speak and understand English. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively one-on-one, or to groups, as necessary.
• Multi-tasking – Able to handle multiple tasks and competing demands; sets priorities and ensures all issues are addressed while being sensitive to time constraints and resource availability.
• Quality Management System – Knowledge and application of the Quality Management System requirements (such as ISO9001, AS9100, etc.) for document control.
• HS Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) with one year of clerical experience in a position related field.
• Display appropriate proficiency with computers and computer applications, including: spreadsheets (e.g., Excel), word processing (e.g. Word), presentation software (e.g., PowerPoint), databases (e. g., Access, contact management software), internet/intranet (e.g., browsers, search engines), special applications (e.g., AS400, Crib master), and e-mail; can diagnose and correct minor issues with hardware and software as needed in order to maintain records or create material.

Responsibilities

• Follow all company Policies and Procedures, Quality and Environmental Management Systems (QMS & EMS), Kawasaki Production System (KPS) and any other legal and compliance regulations that may apply such as OSHA.
• Provide general administrative support to the Quality department.
• Assist in implementation and flow of departmental procedures.
• Compile and prepare documents and reports pertaining to the Quality department.
• Process, record and maintain data including such information as work instructions, first article submissions, engine and part returns, sort and rework sheets, Assembly changeover sheets and Engineering changes.
• Communicate with internal and external parties to answer questions, disseminate or explain information.
• May update and maintain the Quality Management System document and data control system (such as ISO9001, AS9100, etc.) under the direction of the Management Representatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED