Quality Coordinator

Stryten Energy•Fort Smith, AR

About The Position

This is considered a "Supervisor in Training" position who is responsible for supporting quality management system, quality improvement projects, key customer activities, supplier improvement, and continuous improvement projects. Works cross functionally to standardize the quality management system through day-to-day quality and continuous improvements activities for the facility.

Requirements

Three to five years experience working in the manufacturing industry, preferably in battery manufacturing.
Mathematical and analytical skills.
Must be able to work independently.
Outstanding organization/administrative and time management skills.
Ability to work on multiple tasks in a fast paced environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma
Minimum of a two year technical degree in science, engineering, or quality.
Experience working in a union manufacturing plant is a plus.
Two years experience working in a quality or continuous improvement position.
Six Sigma or Lean training and/or certification.
Knowledge and experience of problem-solving and quality improvement methodologies.
JDE Edwards experience.
Working knowledge of Microsoft and Google Suite applications.
Knowledge of Industrial Batteries and Chargers a plus.
Critical thinking and good troubleshooting technique.
High energy, self-motivated, ability to be successful without direct supervision.

Responsibilities

Gain working knowledge of all processes in the lead-acid plant
Coordinates and conducts internal audits and/or inspections for quality systems, products, and processes.
Perform calibrations of equipment when required
Supports changes and improvements to quality management system including development of new procedures and work instructions.
Supports document control system including publication and distribution of new documents.
Supports the preparation for external audits, as needed, 3rd party and customer.
Supports the maintenance of SPC software for monitoring, controlling, and reducing product and process variation.
Assists manufacturing shop-floor with corrective action resolution for internal key performance indicators, KPIs, and external customer issues, including warranty.
Works with manufacturing shop-floor and other departments on problem-solving initiatives and link actions and outcomes to Control Plans, PFMEAs, plant inspection points, and customer returns.
Use EH&S controls, such as JSA, work and management practices, and personal protective equipment (PPE) to protect and safeguard all people.
Use EH&S controls, along with work and management practices, to safeguard all people, equipment and the environment from environmental hazards.
Participate in incident investigations and track corrective actions taken in L2L
Complete or assist with incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action planning and execution.
Regular attendance and timeliness are required in order to give sufficient support to the plant-wide team.
Other tasks may be required on an as needed basis.
While performing the duties of this job the individual is occasionally required to vary their schedules times and shifts.