Quality Team Leader

thyssenkrupp integrated its Forging & Machining and Undercarriage businesses to start the new business unit Forged Technologies. With roughly 7,000 employees at 18 production sites in seven different countries, thyssenkrupp Forged Technologies has sales of over one billion euros and operates over 50 forging press lines and more than 150 machining and assembly lines in seven countries. The product portfolio includes undercarriage systems for heavy machinery as well as crankshafts, connecting rods, pistons, chassis products, transmission systems and rotor shafts for the automotive industry. Summary The Quality Team Leader reports to the Quality Manager Machining and is responsible for communicating with customers to address quality issues as well as overseeing the layout room to provide effective quality inspections. Major Areas of Responsibility Provide customer quality support to customer Oversee daily activities of layout room and manage layout room staff Ensure preparedness of layout room for daily quality inspections Assist in the completion of layouts and documentation for PPAP approval Lead Production Systems Programs on the production floor Promote employee training programs Specific Responsibilities of the Job Communicate with customer regarding quality standards of cranks; travel to customer to address issues in-house Oversee layout room by ensuring gauges are calibrated, correct tooling is available, and tables are set up for floor Track completed components both in-house, in warehouse, and in shipping/receiving Follow up on completion of mandatory checks such as hoist inspections and safety checks Attend production and safety meetings to provide updates and establish daily priorities Maintain record of customer issues and corrective actions Issue quality alerts Plan, assign, and distribute work to layout room staff Lead daily shift meeting, deliver safety education Act as a leader in the S^2QDC Meetings and work to promote the necessary changes for improvements with the hourly employees Communicate the KPI performance metrics and results along with the Daily Production Reports with the hourly staff on a continuous basis as it ties to the Goal Sharing Program Drive Production Systems in the Layout Room including 5S, TPM, Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma Projects Promote with direct reports the Company Skill Pay Program and continued training for Qualification Profiles on operations Assist in onboarding process for new employees in the Layout Room Qualifications Education/Credentials/Certifications Bachelor’s Degree (preferred) in Business, Engineering, Industrial Technology or related field with 3-5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment Or 3-5 years of supervisory experience in a technical field in a manufacturing environment Length of Experience 2-3 years of experience in manufacturing and quality 3 years of experience with the gauges utilized for inspecting crankshafts Previous crankshaft experience is a plus Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Familiar with machining process Understanding of customer specifications and process sheets Knowledge of crankshaft quality measures Basic mathematical ability with emphasis on ability to read measurement tools Customer service skills Excellent written and verbal language ability Excellent reasoning and problem-solving ability Ability to lead and manage others Proficient in Microsoft Office The [above] is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. We offer an outstanding Benefits Package that includes: Company Tuition Reimbursement Package. Quarterly Bonus Program. 401K Match 120 hours of Paid Time Off after completion of Probation Period. Competitive wage with a Skill Pay Program that includes a work service credit on relative education and experience. Comprehensive medical plans with flexible cost options. We also have a Preventative Healthcare and Medical Program with additional premium discount on medical insurance premiums. Dental plan. Vision Plan. Company Paid Life, AD&D, Short Term Disability, & Long Term Disability. 10 paid Holidays. Exclusive free medical services through our partnership with Everside Healthcare for employees and their dependents 3+ years of age. Gym Membership Reimbursement. This position pays $55,000 to $69,700 #J-18808-Ljbffr