Quality Systems Specialist

Quality System Specialist

Are you looking to work for a company that provides an innovative work environment, and your voice is heard? We have a position for a Quality System Specialist to work onsite in Dundee, MI.

Who we are:

LER TechForce is an industry leader in embedded controls, software, functional safety, and engineering talent. For over 20 years LER has been working with customers across North America to meet their engineering resource challenges. Learn more about us (3) LER TechForce: Life | LinkedIn 

What you will be doing: 

• Oversee effective implementation of the Quality Management System throughout the company, including any quality accreditations.
• Maintain the Quality Manuals and Quality Procedures and ensure contents are appropriate for IATF 16949 production process.
• Organise and manage the plant internal audit system and the corrective action reporting system.
• Conduct Quality Systems audits and assist in training/guidance to other auditors
• Host external Quality System audits.
• Provide training on Quality issues and business processes.
• Coordinate the review of Quality procedures associated with plant continuous improvement initiatives.
• Plan Standard Operating practices required under the overriding Quality procedures.
• Maintain the Standard Operating Procedure content and coordinate the issuing of these documents.
• Collate quality data for monitoring targets.
• Assist with training of quality awareness.
• Report on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in order to adhere to process and prevent occurrence of any non-conformity relating to product, process or system.
• Assist with first off sample approvals.
• Promote the use of customer preferred techniques for continuous improvement such as Six-Sigma, Poka-Yoke (Error Proofing), and Measurement System Analysis.
• Keep up with current and developing manufacturing and engineering trends that concern product quality.

What you'll need to be successful:

Essential:

• Strong knowledge of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA).
• 8+ years of experience in Quality System.
• Knowledge of IATF16949 and ISO9001.
• Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.
• Planning and prioritising activities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to present data effectively.
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Preferred:

• Previous experience in a medium volume manufacturing environment, preferably automotive.
• Experience of working in Quality Assurance.
• Six Sigma/Lean Manufacturing skills is a plus.
• Experience of dealing with customers and suppliers.
• Ability to write and communicate verbally in English and Mandarin.

What you'll get: 

• Full benefits: medical, dental, vision, HSA and FSA 
• 401K with a match and immediate vesting 
• Short-term & Long-term disability, life insurance and other optional benefits 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Employee Discounts 
• Ongoing professional development opportunities including Technical Training and Leadership Development 
• The opportunity to work on industry leading projects