The Assistant Quality Manager will provide leadership and direction to the Quality Department and report to the Quality Manager. They will be responsible for department support and continual improvement of quality management systems and practices to ensure that products and processes adhere to internal and customer specification and standards.
Required Education and Experience:
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5-7 years of experience in a Quality position in the automotive industry (at least 3 years at a management level)
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Must have experience in an stamping or welding facility
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Tier 1 automotive experience is considered a strong asset
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Quality Assurance Certificate (ASQ) preferred
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Strong communicator in the English language, both written and oral
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Highly skilled at time management and a proven ability to lead a large team
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Thorough knowledge of blue print reading and interpretation of geometric dimensioning and tolerance
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Proficient in the understanding and use of Statistical Process Control (SPC)
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Proficient in the use of measuring equipment (venires, micrometer, height gauges, profile projector, etc.)
Essential Functions:
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The AQM is responsible for managing and mentoring members of the quality team, ensuring appropriate training, coaching and discipline is given, driving the department's superior performance of tasks to meet scheduled requirements
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Ensure that the organization's Quality Management System conforms to customer, internal, IATF 16949:20106 and ISO9001 standards and regulatory/legal requirements.
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They will address all quality related problems and provide prompt resolutions and recommendations so as to minimize production interruption
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They will champion the needs of the customer in internal functions. Partnering with the customer to ensure open communication and continuous support
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They will drive internal quality audits to determine the effectiveness of the Quality Management System. Utilizing continuous improvement to reduce waste and maximize the effectiveness of all processes
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They will contribute to ongoing improvements to throughput, inventory and operational expense
