DWU - CESC - Quality System Technician - 1st Shift

Cummins • Columbus, OH

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About The Position

Job Summary: Responsible of conducting internal audits (QMS, Mfg Process Audits, Product Audits) in an organization. Plan and lead trainings, root causea analysis and resolution of non-conformances. Demonstrate technical understanding of mfg processes, its risk analysis and control plans. When needed help conduct PQC (Product Quality Council), pull together presentation of management review etc. Also conduct other QMS related activities needed to perform QMS processes. Key Responsibilities: Stay Updated on Standards : Maintain up-to-date knowledge of internal changes and external standards (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, AIAG core tools, CSR) to ensure compliance and continuous improvement. Conduct Effective Audits : Perform audits using a process-based approach and risk-based thinking, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring adherence to quality standards. Analyze and Report : Gather and analyze data related to the internal audit program, producing insightful reports that drive decision-making and corrective actions. Manage Corrective Actions : Initiate, approve, and monitor corrective actions for audit findings, ensuring timely resolution and preventing recurrence. Maintain Audit Documentation : Own and maintain the audit plan/schedule and records for ISO/IATF internal audits and manufacturing process audits, ensuring thorough documentation and traceability. Lead QMS Audits : Plan, perform, and lead various QMS audits (quality management system, manufacturing process, product) per ISO 9001 and IATF 16949, issuing OFIs and non-conformances as needed. Train and Support : Participate in training and supporting the implementation of AIAG Core Tools (FMEA, APQP, MSA, SPC, PPAP), enhancing team competence and process effectiveness. Facilitate Root Cause Analysis : Lead root cause analysis (3P5Y) for corrective actions, training stakeholders to ensure robust problem-solving and continuous improvement. You’ll coordinate internal and external audits, verify evidence of effectiveness, and ensure that corrective actions are meaningful—not just paperwork. This is a hands-on role for someone who takes pride in being “audit-ready, every day.”

Requirements

• Associate degree or equivalent business experience.
• IATF 16949 + ISO 9001 Internal Auditor Trained.
• Six Sigma Green Belt trained and willing to work towards certification.
• AIAG core tools (APQP, PPAP, SPC, FMEA, and MSA) trained
• Demostrated ability to perform process based and risk based audits.
• Initiated, approved and monitored corrective actions associated with audit findings.
• Planned, performed and led different QMS audits based upon IATF 16949 and ISO 9001.
• Performed training on AIAG core tools (APQP, PPAP, MSA, SPC and FMEA)
• Performed Product Audits per applicable CSRs
• Led 3P-5Whys root cause analysis
• Provided support to documentation on the key processes per business quality manual
• When conducted mfg process audits, demonstrated in-depth understanding of processes and associated risk analyses (FMEA and control plan)
• Exibited good understanding of QMS tools such as QSi, CQMS etc.
• When needed performed CQMS admin training.
• Proficient in core quality tools: APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, and control plan development.
• Strong attention to detail, action-driven, and ownership mentality.
• Experience interpreting and implementing customer-specific requirements.
• Experience using digital QMS or document control systems to maintain traceability and readiness.

Nice To Haves

• Support new product introduction and process change management by validating documentation alignment (e.g., control plans, FMEAs, PPAPs) and integrating lessons learned into the QMS.

Responsibilities

• Stay Updated on Standards : Maintain up-to-date knowledge of internal changes and external standards (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, AIAG core tools, CSR) to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.
• Conduct Effective Audits : Perform audits using a process-based approach and risk-based thinking, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring adherence to quality standards.
• Analyze and Report : Gather and analyze data related to the internal audit program, producing insightful reports that drive decision-making and corrective actions.
• Manage Corrective Actions : Initiate, approve, and monitor corrective actions for audit findings, ensuring timely resolution and preventing recurrence.
• Maintain Audit Documentation : Own and maintain the audit plan/schedule and records for ISO/IATF internal audits and manufacturing process audits, ensuring thorough documentation and traceability.
• Lead QMS Audits : Plan, perform, and lead various QMS audits (quality management system, manufacturing process, product) per ISO 9001 and IATF 16949, issuing OFIs and non-conformances as needed.
• Train and Support : Participate in training and supporting the implementation of AIAG Core Tools (FMEA, APQP, MSA, SPC, PPAP), enhancing team competence and process effectiveness.
• Facilitate Root Cause Analysis : Lead root cause analysis (3P5Y) for corrective actions, training stakeholders to ensure robust problem-solving and continuous improvement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees