Director Operations Quality NA

Work Environment Office environment; 30% travel required. What We Offer At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are. Group Summary Transforming mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That’s what we’re passionate about at Magna Powertrain, and we do it by creating world‑class powertrain systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex powertrain systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness, and safety. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Powertrain. Job Responsibilities Mission of Position: The Director, Corporate Quality North America (NA) is responsible for establishing and implementing a corporate quality assurance system and team that promotes customer satisfaction and that positively impacts the company’s financial performance. Will lead the NA Corporate Quality Team, ensure compliance to related systems and work with internal Customers to ensure continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Promote a culture of Teamwork, Quality Improvement and of Cost reduction through continuous improvement, partnering with the Regional PE, ME, PM, AQE, Warranty & SQD. Act as a change agent, constantly challenging the Status Quo, innovating to drive the Enterprise Approach of Building Quality in Station and Zero defect in everything we do. Develop and execute robust 5‑Year Plan that will lead to External Quality results that dominate the Industry at internal Cost that is meeting Benchmark. Execute global common standard work to accomplish stretch KPI Improvement Goals. Lead all Regional Group related AQE / Supplier Escalations / Warranty/ problem‑solving activities and responsible for disciplined APQP execution – Launch On Time with Quality! Assure a lessons learned and read‑across system that cycles through the lifetime of the program from DFMEA to Warranty to APQP of new programs. Assure a warranty reduction plan to reduce YOY warranty and assure quick response and closure of issues. Support troubled and escalated suppliers ensuring systems and controls are in place and being followed. Lead the regional AQE, SQD and Warranty teams to support the NA manufacturing sites. Follow Magna’s Code of Conduct and Ethics and related compliance policies. Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned. Requirements and Qualifications Strong leader and Team player with effective written and verbal communication skills who acts as a change agent, challenging the status quo. Minimum ten (10) years’ work experience required in Manufacturing/Quality/Engineering environment. Ideal candidate will have significant regional and global Leadership experience in either Program Management or Quality Role. Business or Technical Bachelor’s degree required. High level of detailed knowledge of Engineering, Program Management & Quality System and associated OEM standards. Must be able to lead, teach and coach both Head Quarters and Shop Floor environment. Demonstrated problem‑solving skills; i.e., 5 Why Analysis, 8 Discipline Approach, Shainin, Six Sigma etc. Solid understanding of assembly and machining processes, proficient in data collection, analysis and presentation. Position will require both domestic and international Travel. Magna Standards Practice and maintain integrity while following Magna’s Charter and Constitution. Follow Magna’s Code of Conduct and Ethics and related compliance policies. Supports and adheres to policies, procedures, and operational guidelines related to established quality management system (IATF 16949). Drive the development of new technologies to improve quality, efficiency and reduce cost. Comply with safety policies and procedures to ensure duties are performed in a safe manner. Health & Safety responsibilities: Understand applicable Environmental, Health & Safety policies and procedures in the workplace. Report unsafe conditions immediately. Report injuries, accidents, illnesses, near misses, property damage immediately. Follow safety rules. Comply with requirements for the use or operation of machines or equipment. Comply with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements. Create a positive work environment by demonstrating and sharing functional/technical knowledge. Develop and maintain a responsive and cooperative working relationship with internal and external customers. Treat everyone with dignity, trust and respect. Complete additional duties and responsibilities as assigned. Awareness, Unity, Empowerment At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. Worker Type Regular / Permanent #J-18808-Ljbffr Magna International