Quality Assurance Manager

SummaryThis position will manage and direct all Quality Assurance section activities pertaining to Customer, Plant and Supplier Quality.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesSet Quality Assurance Hoshin Kanri targets.Develop / Revise Quality Assurance policies and procedures. Responsible for New Products Initial Control including SQAM submission to customers, process inspection set-up, pilot production correspondence and check problems, reliability test plan, supplier guidance process audit, and customer process investigation correspondence. Responsible for Customer Defect Investigation, Countermeasures, and Reports.Responsible for Supplier Defect Investigation, countermeasures and feedback.Responsible for In-Process Customer Defect Investigation and Countermeasures.Responsible for High Volume Production Trial (HVPT) and SOP - Control first three months with special inspection. Implement inspection plan (I/S).Document and control product quality data and decide or not ship product.Maintain mass production quality and develop improvement plans.Confirm product change control (ECI process change).Monitor the customer field quality status (QPR / QIR).Maintain customer quality levels (relationships, quick response). Promote quality planning by mapping out company and targets (long term, short term).Develop Quality Assurance plan and evaluate the raw material. Promote and improve the measuring technique of total company (GR&R) and control the measuring tools and equipment (maintenance). Plan fiscal budget and manage budget versus actualAchieve and maintain TS16949 registration within company determined time frame.Responsible for Internal Audit (self audit) process and supporting formal audits.Preparation of Management review material (Monthly & QR) Ensure product's compliance with Customer's requirements Implement customer part approval process activity per AIAG guidelinesPerform all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standardsWill perform other reasonably related tasks within the Company as required by the Supervisor or ManagementSupervisory ResponsibilitiesSupervise Quality Assurance Assistant Managers and SpecialistsKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of the Toyota Production System High Level of GD & T knowledge and understanding of proper measurement techniquesExcellent written communication skillsExcellent time management skillsExcellent cooperative personalityShort term notice business travelAbility to speak and present to large groups.Ability to lead "white board" discussions to chart and better understand AEIL systemsExcellent cooperative personalityAbility to work extended hours, weekends and holidays Ability to interact and work as a team at all levels of the organizationAbility to understand, follow and implement posted work rules and company procedures.Will perform other related tasks within the company are required by the Supervisor or ManagementQUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREDBachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.10 years of prior applicable experience in manufacturing.5 years management experience required.Automotive manufacturing experience desired.Valid passport for travel required for travelWORK ENVIRONMENTSome dust, noise, oils, greases, grinding debris, compressed air, metal shavings, propane, solvents and occasional heavy lifting.Exposed to hazardous machinery and/or conditions that could result in injury up to and including a fatality if safety measures are not followed and adhered to.Exposed to shop elements such as noise, dust, odors, fumes, oils. The performance of this position normally requires exposure to a typical manufacturing areas were under certain conditions that require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety shoes and safety glasses.Open staff room with constant activity and interaction with cross-functional divisions, departments, and sections. Must be able to effectively change tasks at a moment's notice when the situation requires.