Quality Coordinator

thyssenkrupp Materials•Auburn, WA

About The Position

The Quality Coordinator (QC) is the guardian of excellence in the business unit’s supply chain. The QC will ensure that every component and material from external partners meets the business unit’s rigorous quality standards, regulatory requirements, and production timelines. Working cross-functionally with procurement, quality and production teams, the QC will drive continuous improvement initiatives, resolve Customer-related issues, and elevate overall product reliability. The QC will support Boeing dispute integrity, cross training, RCCA management, regulatory compliance, and adherence to OEM and industry standards. The Quality Coordinator ensures that dispute processes, components, and finished products meet AS9100, customer, and regulatory requirements. customer-required material compliance reporting submissions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical, Quality) or related field
3+ years of quality, manufacturing quality, or process engineering experience
Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001, IATF 16949, AS9100, or relevant quality standards
Proficiency in quality tools: FMEA, SPC, 8D, Fishbone diagrams, and statistical analysis
Excellent problem-solving skills with hands-on experience leading CAPA initiatives
Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with suppliers and stakeholders
Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize competing tasks
Ability to travel up to 30% for customer visits, audits, and cross-site collaboration
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to metals and machinery

Nice To Haves

Certified AS9100 or ISO 9001 Auditor
Familiarity with ASTM quality standards for Steel, Aluminum, Copper, and Brass
Familiarity with material compliance regulations
Six Sigma Green Belt
Hands-on experience with ERP/SAP and Quality Management Systems
Proven track record of reducing supplier defects and driving cost-saving programs

Responsibilities

Evaluate and qualify RMAS Disputes by reviewing capabilities, processes, and quality systems
Conduct on-site audits to verify compliance with company and regulatory standards
Develop, implement and maintain quality plans, control plans, and
Investigate internal issues, customer complaints (Disputes), and nonconforming products.
Apply industry-recognized RCCA methodologies including 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone, DMAIC.
Coordinate, track, and drive corrective actions to effectively closure.
Prepare and maintain metrics and documentation supporting customer RCCA expectations.
Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) processes for supplier nonconformances
Facilitate regular business reviews with customers to drive waste reduction and process standardization
Support cross-functional projects (cost reduction, design for manufacturability, sustainability initiatives).