Quality Mgmt. Profess.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Develop and update guidelines, methods and processes, and provide instructions to organizations for proper application.
• Lead the quality topics within project as the Quality Sub-project Manager and coordinate with all relevant quality stakeholders (plant quality, customer quality, supplier quality, etc.).
• Lead launch activities from qaulity front to ensure all PPAP requirements are met.
• Lead internal and external inspections and/or audits and provide respective documentation.
• Maintain documentation needed for certification and carry out external QM reporting for official authorities.
• Collaborate with and provide advice to staff and management in QM-related topics and provide relevant training.
• Coordinate with customers to align and understand quality requirements and ensure they are fulfilled.
• Support quality manager in estimating the investment needed to ensure quality requirements are met.
• Develop and implement Project Quality Assurance strategy and schedule.
• Ensure internal processes are adhered to within the project through conducting audits and communicating status to management.
• Support and train the new engineers and trainees within quality team.
• Lead all launch relevant activities e.g., internal/external APQPs, PPAP, etc..
• Ensure PFMEA and control plans are completed on time and review.
• Lead problem solving for all internal and customer reported issues.
• Ensure the quality operating system is robust and protects Schaeffler from shipping non-conforming material to the customer, key team members in carrying out department specific goals, and work on multi discipline teams to ensure the cost of quality goals are realized. This will be achieved by working with the various departments within the manufacturing environment and engineering departments.
• Analyze, file and report on all quality-related KPIs to BU management.
• External applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without employment visa or other sponsorship.

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering related field.
• Min. 5 years of experience in quality domain in automotive industry.
• Strong demonstrated knowledge of fullcycle automotive quality process.
• Previous experience with Launch relevant activities e.g. internal/esternal APQP, PPAP etc.
• Experience in leading the launch activities from quality front is preferred.
• Six sigma green belt certified. Black belt preferred.
• Experience with multiple software programs including Minitab, MS Office, SAP, and various CAD programs.
• Excellent communication skills written and verbal. 

Our Offering

At Schaeffler, our success is driven by our employees. We value what you bring to our business, which is why we are committed to providing you with a competitive, comprehensive benefits program that gives you and your family the care you need to lead healthy, productive lives. This includes amongst others the following: 

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage: Employees receive access to a range of medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, ensuring their well-being and peace of mind. 
• Generous retirement savings options: The company provides competitive 401(k) matching contributions (up to 6%), empowering employees to build a secure financial future. 
• Professional development opportunities: The company invests in its employees' growth by offering skill development workshops, and ongoing learning and development programs. Through our Schaeffler Academy you will have access to a state-of-the-art and comprehensive learning and training offering.
• Wellness initiatives: Employees have access to wellness programs and resources aimed at promoting physical, mental, and emotional health, fostering a supportive and thriving work environment.  

See all of our benefit offerings at https://schaefflerbenefits.com/