Descripción y detalle de las actividades
• Deploy and sustain Quality Core Tools
• Represent the VOC in the facility an holds all associates to determined standards of excellence.
• DMAIC methodology (define, measure, analyze, improve, control)
• Teach the QAS methodology and application to the facility.
• Data mining, root cause analysis and process changes
• Reliability/repeatability (Gage R & R) and measurement system analysis
• Lead Projects and key process improvement teams
• Develop & implement process auditing / measurement systems for internal / external processes.
• Build prevention into development of new products / processes using Quality Engineering concepts.
• Uses teaming approach to get things done, supports process teams.
• Check satisfaction of internal/external customers through use of quality tools and Customer/Supplier metrics
• Enable and support the Total Training Plan, work instructions and procedure creation and control, and Teaming Systems in the facility.
• Audit work instructions and plant procedures for effectiveness and accurate use
• Keep the Documentation and Data Control database updated.
• Conduct audit products to ensure customer expectations are met.
• Support the incoming inspection activities and coaching inspectors.
• Interact with customers and external suppliers.
• Responsibility for the day-to-day “Run the Business” Quality Control and Quality Assurance activities.
• Manage the PPAP approval process for the introduction of a new component and/or fabric.
• Handle the calibration system at the plant level.
• Ensure that quality strategies at the corporate level are communicated and executed effectively at the plant level.
• Be a corporate resource to Customer Service, Product engineering, others to resolve individual quality issues on a per customer basis
• Work with suppliers and inventory control to improve critical to quality needs and define root causes issues and drive resolution.
Experiencia y requisitos
• Bachelor’s or University degree in engineering or business. ASQ certification as CQE or CMQ/OE, Lean and/or Six Sigma certifications are a plus.
• 10 years manufacturing experience, with at least 5 years Quality Management experience.
• Bilingual, must be fluent in speaking, reading, and writing in English and Spanish.
• “Change Agent” attitude with the ability to deliver on-time results in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems and disciplines.
• Knowledge of APQP/PPAP process and tools for change management.
• Knowledge of employee training methods and certification programs to enable operator ownership of quality.
• Proven track record of leading continuous improvement projects, initiatives, and teams.
• The ability to create data collection methods and analysis to enable continuous improvement.
• The ability to read and interpret specifications, drawings, and tolerances to define quality inspection and process controls.
• Experience in textiles is a plus.