Quality Specialist

ANDRITZ AG•Canton, MI

40d•Onsite

About The Position

Every day, ANDRITZ continues to deliver successful innovative solutions to our customers globally. Why are we so successful? Because we are passionate and love what we do! We are at the forefront of future engineering technologies, with solutions that ensure the success of our clients in key industries that are shaping the future of the world we live in. BRIEF SUMMARY The Quality Specialist is responsible for incoming inspection activities, gage calibration, and production support. Additionally, the Quality Specialist will also be responsible for tracking supplier rejects and communicating with Purchasing and Engineering concerning any quality issues.

Requirements

Quality department experience
CMM and /or dimensional measurement experience
Self-motivated and self-initiator
Good communicator. Must have the ability to communicate within all levels of the organization
Teamwork oriented to resolve problems and achieve goals
Proficient user of Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)
Fluent in English with advanced reading and writing skills
Visa holders/English as Second Language (ESL) individuals must take TOEFL exam and score above passing grade.

Nice To Haves

Internal auditing experience a plus
Experience in the development and implementation of process and system improvements would be a plus.
SAP knowledge would be a plus
Automotive / Service industry experience a plus

Responsibilities

Complete receiving inspection of manufactured material using CMM, Romer Arm and hand tools
Works with Engineering, purchasing and suppliers to proactively identify, and if necessary, resolve critical issues
Supports internal manufacturing as needed
Uses various quality tools including statistical analysis, validation studies etc. to support decision making and quality targets
Develops and implements methods and procedures for identifying non-conforming parts, materials and products, and determines disposition options
Maintains calibration records. Conducts gage R&R studies Identifies inspection protocol and standards.
Track supplier quality to ensure adherence to quality standards, capabilities, and specifications. Develop supplier’s capabilities to insure SIC standards and requirements can be met
Performs root cause analysis of quality issues often using advanced problem-solving tools. Works closely with all stakeholders and SIC team effectively resolve and prevent deficient quality issues
Participates in internal and external audits
Maintains all Quality records
Performs other duties as required or assigned, which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job classification.