Quality Technical Advisor Mining

Job Description

Who will you be working with?

The Quality Technical Advisor (QTA) is responsible for leading all elements of “Manufacturing Quality” in their assigned area. This includes driving resolution of quality problems, ensuring compliance with Quality Management System procedures, and leading continuous improvement projects for manufacturing processes. In short, ensuring and improving the overall quality of all products manufactured within the QTA’s area of responsibility.

What will your typical day look like?

• Lead product quality in all aspects of manufacturing within the designated area of responsibility. Provide leadership as the main quality interface with Manufacturing, Engineering, Services, and other functions.
• Responsible for defining, implementing and managing crucial processes and metrics to meet customer quality expectations, internal quality expectations, financial, and contractual commitments.
• Lead root cause investigations of quality issues and containments of quality escapes, issue Quality Alerts and keep all stakeholders informed on progress and resolution.
• Define, implement, and manage Quality Inspection Plans (QIP / MIP) and other quality processes. Define, monitor, and improve quality metrics (DPU, NCMRs, CARs, Audits, Gage Calibration, Manufacturing Losses, etc.).
• Work closely with area team to set goals and drive continuous improvement activities, mentor Quality Star Points and teaming quality projects. Lead quality culture improvements.
• Work with the Quality Manager and other QTA’s to promote a customer-focused “one team” approach to quality. Continuously develop product and process knowledge, become a product and process expert.
• Own process compliance: understand applicable Quality Management System documents, perform quality audits to ensure consistent adherence to procedures and processes, and drive CAR’s and improvement plans to address nonconformances.
• Lead Manufacturing PPAP’s and FAI’s for significant process changes.

What do we want to know about you?

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma/GED with at least 4 years of manufacturing experience). Minimum of 2 years experience in a Quality, Manufacturing, or Engineering role.

Desired Characteristics

• Strong customer focus, sense of urgency, ability to influence others and lead cross-functional teams
• Experience manufacturing, remanufacturing, or servicing Mining and/or Mining components. Demonstrated hands-on technical problem-solving experience
• Experience with welding, assembly, electrical, and test processes. Ability to interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement Experience with PPAP or similar part qualification processes. Computer and data analysis skills including intermediate Excel, Powerpoint and Visio.
• Statistically literate and familiar with Six Sigma quality concepts and tool. Ability to communicate issues effectively at all levels. Knowledge of ISO/AAR standards, quality procedures, and audit techniques; certified auditor
• Experience with Reliance, MES (Proficy), and other Wabtec supply chain quality and operational data sources

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Additional Information

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $62100-85300 The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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