Quality Specialist Jobs

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The PPAP Coordinator works directly with the Quality Manager on all quality related issues. This position is responsible for leading the Production Part Approval Process, including development of PFMEAs, Control Plans, Process Flow Diagrams, IMDS, Gage R&R Studies, and other related documentation for PPAP submittals. At times this position will lead teams in problem solving techniques for continuous improvement, customer satisfaction, customer complaints, corrective actions, maintaining KPI data, and other quality issues.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supports ISO9001:2015 and IATF16949:2016 compliance by performing internal quality systems audits to determine whether standards are being met.
• Prepare and submit PPAP packages.
• Assists the management team regarding dispositions of suspect / non-conforming product.
• Maintains PPAP and IMDS systems, completing all paperwork as required for tracking and timely submittal.
• Maintain gage calibration system.
• Reviews Supplier Quality, including Supplier Corrective Actions, Non-Conformances and PPAP activities.
• Works with vendors to resolve product quality issues.
• Coordinates measurement system analysis activities including gage R&R's, MSA's, etc.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Working knowledge of algebra and statistics, including SPC
• Understanding of quality tools and concepts: FMEA's, Control Plans, 8D Methodology, PPAP's, and ISO9001/IATF16949
• Basic GD&T knowledge
• Proficient with MS office applications