Quality Auditor

Summary:

Working under the direction of the Quality Manager, performs various product and process audits of production and assembly operations. Works with the Quality Department, and Production associates and others to maintain quality conformance on all parts. Follows established procedures for processing nonconforming products and/or materials. Must be able to manage stress, make informed decisions and take personal responsibility while working in a fast-paced environment.

Duties:

1. Plan, promote and participate in activities to support safety and quality.

2. Participate as a Trainer when needed.

3. Perform quality audits of product and processes for compliance to defined standards.

4. Approve 1st piece samples for each job.

5. Provide guidance to production operators in regards to the following: (a) In-process quality inspections, (b) Use of inspection fixtures and gages, (c) Other quality-related issues.

6. Identify, document and segregate nonconforming product. This includes the completion of nonconformance reports (NCR's) and decision-making regarding acceptance/rejection of product.

7. Control input and output from the Hold Cage on their respective shift.

8. Assist in the training of new/transferred associates on their respective shift in regards to Quality topics.

9. Provide guidance to any personnel performing rework or sorting of product on their respective shift.

10. Take a leading role in resolving quality concerns on their respective shift through the use of cross-functional teams.

11. Ongoing communication with the production Supervisors and Team Leaders.

12. Any additional tasks as assigned by the Quality Department .

Education and Experience:

Minimum of a high-school diploma or GED. Experience as a Quality Auditor in automotive manufacturing and/or a minimum of 6-months experience as a molding operator.

Skills:

1. Must have understanding of the injection molding process and assembly processes.

2. Must have good analytical skills.

3. Must have good written and verbal communication.

4. Must be skilled in various problem-solving methods, including: 8D, 5-Why, 5P, etc.

5. Competent in the use of Microsoft Office, including: (a) Word, and (b) Excel.

6. Must be detail-oriented.

7. Excellent organization skills.

8. Willingness to work overtime with minimal notice.

9. Basic knowledge of SPC methodology.

10. Must be able to manage stress, make informed decisions and take personal responsibility while working in a fast-paced environment.

Certificates:

• Member of ASQ.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the

functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential

functions.

Frequent mental and visual attention. Occasional lifting or moving – average weight up to 30 pounds. Manual dexterity of both

hands, including fine grasping of small components. Repetitive lifting and reaching over shoulder height. Occasional bending and

twisting. Repetitive forceful hand gripping. Frequent walking and standing.