Matt Swartwood
9th October 2009, 05:28 PM
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES: Quality Assurance Manager - TS16949 Company
*Lead the expansion and sustainment of Quality at Source and 50PPM culture throughout the entire value chain.
*Ensure the division’s and vendor’s quality system consistently meets or exceeds customer regulatory requirements, TS-16949, special processes and other automotive customer specific requirements.
*Initiate, implement, maintain and enhance proactive quality improvement activities to continuously improve manufacturing quality.
*Maintain strong communication with customers, internal management team and vendors to ensure quality level is meeting expectations.
*Manage the divisional cost of quality and optimize return on investment.
*Monitor and analyze process/product outputs, identify systematic problems and opportunities. Provide data to support divisional changes and drive continuous process improvement.
*Manage performance of direct reports.
QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:
*5+ years experience in an automotive, military, or aerospace manufacturing environment preferred. Solid understanding of SPC, APQP, Control Plans, MSA, PPAP, DOE, FMEA, process capability and statistics.
*Internal Auditor for the TS-16949 Quality System preferred.
*Ability to access and understand the major Customer base websites to handle customer corrective actions.
*Effective at leading/facilitating change leader; balances consistency with flexibility and willing to change ideas in the face of new information. Proven track record of promoting and fostering positive employee relations.
*Demonstrated successful project management skills and ability to contribute to strategic decision making processes.
*Team leadership skills with ability to effectively influence and motivate others. Lead by example.
*Proven success interacting with customers, peers, senior management and other functional areas to assure the best quality systems are in place and being adhered to.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor’s degree in an engineering/technical field or related business field or Quality Management/Quality Engineering Certification and 10 years experience.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Located in North Central Arkansas, the Company is a highly recognized supplier for metal stampings and fabrications to the medium to heavy duty trucking, military, HVAC, and heavy construction industries. This privately owned company has been in business since 1939 and the Arkansas facility since 1997. This company enjoys numerous customer quality and service, as well as safety awards. The benefit package includes paid vacation and holidays, medical insurance, 401K, gain sharing, and educational assistance.
Email your resume and salary requirements to: dmparjobs@defiancemetal.com
Subject: Quality Manager opportunity
www.defiancemetal.com
http://www.heber-springs.com/content/
*Lead the expansion and sustainment of Quality at Source and 50PPM culture throughout the entire value chain.
*Ensure the division’s and vendor’s quality system consistently meets or exceeds customer regulatory requirements, TS-16949, special processes and other automotive customer specific requirements.
*Initiate, implement, maintain and enhance proactive quality improvement activities to continuously improve manufacturing quality.
*Maintain strong communication with customers, internal management team and vendors to ensure quality level is meeting expectations.
*Manage the divisional cost of quality and optimize return on investment.
*Monitor and analyze process/product outputs, identify systematic problems and opportunities. Provide data to support divisional changes and drive continuous process improvement.
*Manage performance of direct reports.
QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:
*5+ years experience in an automotive, military, or aerospace manufacturing environment preferred. Solid understanding of SPC, APQP, Control Plans, MSA, PPAP, DOE, FMEA, process capability and statistics.
*Internal Auditor for the TS-16949 Quality System preferred.
*Ability to access and understand the major Customer base websites to handle customer corrective actions.
*Effective at leading/facilitating change leader; balances consistency with flexibility and willing to change ideas in the face of new information. Proven track record of promoting and fostering positive employee relations.
*Demonstrated successful project management skills and ability to contribute to strategic decision making processes.
*Team leadership skills with ability to effectively influence and motivate others. Lead by example.
*Proven success interacting with customers, peers, senior management and other functional areas to assure the best quality systems are in place and being adhered to.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor’s degree in an engineering/technical field or related business field or Quality Management/Quality Engineering Certification and 10 years experience.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Located in North Central Arkansas, the Company is a highly recognized supplier for metal stampings and fabrications to the medium to heavy duty trucking, military, HVAC, and heavy construction industries. This privately owned company has been in business since 1939 and the Arkansas facility since 1997. This company enjoys numerous customer quality and service, as well as safety awards. The benefit package includes paid vacation and holidays, medical insurance, 401K, gain sharing, and educational assistance.
Email your resume and salary requirements to: dmparjobs@defiancemetal.com
Subject: Quality Manager opportunity
www.defiancemetal.com
http://www.heber-springs.com/content/
