Quality Specialist

KIRCHHOFF Automotive is a development partner to the automotive industry. We are active worldwide as a full-service supplier for complex metal and hybrid structures in body-inwhite, crash management systems, chassis applications and cross car beams. With 8,000 employees we are active all over the globe.Your TasksFacilitate training related to quality and develop training material as required.Deal with customer rejects and problems and takes necessary steps to rectify concerns. Investigate substandard results and conduct research on product defects in order to make recommendations on changes in materials or processes.Deal with customers and engineering on advanced quality issues and programs and provide direction where required.Conduct investigations on non-conformances and recommend corrective action to prevent reoccurrence.Attend meetings as per customer request and translate requirements into plant systems and procedures.Analyze SPC data and assist in improving manufacturing process capability.Review all Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD &T), Significant Characteristics (SC), and Key Product Characteristics (KPC) with customers on new programs to address any all quality issues.Co-ordinate and prepare sample submission packages (PPAP) to include all pertinent documents per customers requirements. Prepare Failure Mode Effect Analyses (FMEA), Process Flow Diagrams and Process Control Plans for assigned programs and revise the document when change is required.Review fixture designs to ensure that parts are properly located in accordance with the GD & T and that the fixtures pass required variable data and attribute checks in accordance with customer expectations.Review dimensional checks, capability studies, Gauge R&R studies, and audits as needed to support customer concerns, APQP and PPAP requirements.Co-ordinate process capability studies to verify the capability of a product/process at launch.Conduct training on new programs, and provide required training materials, i.e. quality guides, control plans, etc.Assist with the design of experiments and DVP&R when required.Review and approve supplier PPAP Packages and follows up for re-submission as required.Monitor supplier’s performance and develops new suppliers, assist with supplier’s improvement plans to ensure that corrections are being implemented within specified time frame.Develop and achieve high quality customer service at customer shipping locations, responsible for new product launch and customer assembly plant liaison.Plan and perform internal audit in all KIRCHHOFF Automotive facilities.Contributes to a safe, clean and comfortable work environment that complements the Occupational Health and Safety Act by ensuring the principles of the 5S discipline (simplify, separate, sanitize, standardize and support) are supported and adhered to.Ensures he/she is in full compliance with the federal and state laws of Michigan and/or any other state, while representing KIRCHHOFF Automotive Tecumseh or during the use of any KIRCHHOFF Automotive Tecumseh provided equipment.Any other reasonable request made by management.Your ProfileWork Experience (provide details and minimum # of years required)5 – 9 years’ experience in a Quality environment in manufacturing/automotive industryKnowledge of welding environment (GNAW, Spot and Resistance).Preferred: Certified Quality Engineer CQE body of knowledgeMust have understanding of Quality System, PPAP, APQP requirementsMust demonstrate knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T), Significant Characteristics (SC), customer-specific requirements and various test methods.Skills (language, technical, computer etc.)Excellent communication skills, both written and verbalEffective problem-solving skills (8D) and decision-making skillsAbility to read blueprint drawingsComputer skills, i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, GroupWiseAbility to conduct effective training sessionsEducationPreferred: University Degree or College Diploma specializing in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Metallurgical EngineeringYour BenefitsShort and Long Term Disability InsuranceVacation, paid holidaysTuition ReimbursementHealth, Dental and Vision InsuranceLife InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program401k plan with a company matchInterested?Please send us your complete application documents(cover letter, CV, certificates and references) directly via our online application portal.We look forward to receiving your applicationYour contactErin LewisKIRCHHOFF Automotive Tecumseh1200 E Chicago Blvd, Tecumseh, MI 49286, United States #J-18808-Ljbffr