Quality Specialist

USA GFX Solutions Career•Warren, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Specialist is responsible for developing, maintaining and updating the IATF16949 documentation to ensure a world class quality product is being installed on our customer’s vehicles. Documentation development and input includes work instructions, process flow/PFMEA, control plans, audit plans, etc. This position will ensure on time launch support, as well as address and review plant and supplier concerns.

Requirements

Grade 12 education or equivalent
1 to 3 years of experience as a quality lead or specialist in a manufacturing/production environment.
Must have and maintain a valid Driver’s License
Must be willing to travel as required
Must have knowledge of TS16949 or IATF 16949
Must be familiar with MS Office
Able to identify quality issues relating to work instructions and quality processes.
Advanced computer, communication and time management skills
Must be team oriented with strong interpersonal skills.
Must have demonstrated organizational and communication skills.
Knowledge of and experience with the APQP process including FMEA and Control Plan development.
Must have knowledge of and experience with PPAP submissions.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Quality Engineering or related field. Experience will be considered in lieu of education.
3+ Years’ experience with Tier 1 level submission for PPAP for all quality documents
2+ Years’ experience with TS16949 or IATF 16949 standards, Quality Audits, Environmental Management System and OSHA Requirements
Automotive manufacturing or military background
Familiar with Environmental Management System and OSHA Requirements

Responsibilities

Support the development, maintenance and continuous improvement of IATF16949 facility process documentation, work instructions, process flow/PFMEA, control plans, all PPAP documentation and audit plans.
Develop and maintenance of vehicle travellers and QA check-sheets for new and current programs.
Assist with training and coaching of production quality team.
Provide advice and guidance to ensure adherence to work instructions.
Manage supplier concerns with QAS
Develop detailed responses to customer concerns / corrective actions and warranty claims in a timely manner using customer portals.
Issue GIMS and SCARs through customer sites when directed by customer, otherwise through the Ground Effects LTD/LLC Quality Management System.
Navigate and assist with regular customer website maintenance.
Support key dates and launch requirements at build plant as required.
Manage required OEM alerts and Forever requirements as needed.
Assist with cost tracking for internal, external and supplier issues and reported out monthly.
Conduct internal audits for LPA’s, IATF, etc.