Job Description:
Objective of the Job:
Ensure the planning, development, implementation, communication, and maintenance of quality management systems, policies, documentation, data, customer-specific requirements, and activities are carried out to support company goals and objectives at the site level and within the Quality Teams, as assigned.
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Understand and comply with Safety, Health, Environmental, and Quality programs, directives, and regulatory requirements within scope of responsibility.
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Administer aspects of the Quality Management System (QMS), including MSA studies, and determine quality improvement parameters by identifying relevant statistical methods.
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Perform supplier and internal compliance audits to assure conformance with company procedures and established standards, including production, laboratory, and support processes.
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Analyze data by completing hypothesis testing, normal distribution analysis, and process capability analysis as needed.
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Prepare reports and presentations by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data, and making recommendations.
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Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing publications, networking, benchmarking practices, participating in professional societies, and maintaining certifications.
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Brainstorm and create solutions for identified problems to ensure products meet quality standards.
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Analyze project plans to ensure task requirements are met by assigned personnel.
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Conduct QMS training as required.
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Contribute to team efforts by accomplishing related results as needed.
Qualifications:
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Four-year technical degree and minimum of one year relevant work experience preferred; or at least two years of relevant industry work experience.
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Knowledge and understanding of quality management systems and auditing for ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ISO/IEC 17025, ISO 45001, ISO 14001, VDA, API, ABS, UL, etc.
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Good knowledge of manufacturing processes, operating measurement equipment, and process capability studies.
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Excellent written and oral communication skills; proficient in MS Office; ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and management.
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Strong attention to detail; excellent organizational skills with the ability to perform multiple tasks and achieve results within strict time frames.
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Capacity to work independently with minimal supervision (self-motivated once given direction/guidance).
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Knowledge of mini-mill processes, steel defect root causes, and downstream steel processing (stamping, forming, CTL, slitting, etc.) is a plus.
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Familiarity with site-specific quality management systems is a plus.
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:
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Position involves working in both office and mill environments, which may include extreme temperatures from hot to cold.
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May require long hours, weekend and holiday coverage, remote work, and travel to support routine responsibilities.