Quality Manager - Powertrain

• • Lead and maintain the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS) specific to powertrain products.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, customer requirements, and company policies.
  • Conduct internal audits and manage third-party audits to ensure quality standards are being met.

• Supplier Quality Management:

  • Oversee the selection and evaluation of suppliers for powertrain components, ensuring they meet all quality requirements.
  • Collaborate with suppliers to resolve quality issues and perform supplier audits as necessary.

• Product Quality Assurance:

  • Monitor the quality of powertrain components and systems through all stages of the production process.
  • Investigate and resolve product quality issues through root cause analysis, corrective actions, and preventive measures.
  • Lead failure analysis and validation testing for powertrain components and systems.

• Customer and Regulatory Compliance:

  • Ensure all products comply with regulatory standards (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949) and customer specifications.
  • Serve as the point of contact for customer quality concerns related to powertrain components and systems.
  • Coordinate and implement product quality reviews and customer audits.

• Team Leadership and Training:

  • Lead, develop, and mentor a team of quality engineers and technicians.
  • Provide training and support for employees on quality standards, tools, and techniques.
  • Promote a culture of continuous improvement and quality awareness within the team and across the organization.

• Reporting and Documentation:

  • Maintain detailed records of quality control inspections, audits, test results, and corrective actions.
  • Prepare and present reports on quality performance, trends, and improvement initiatives to senior management.
  • Manage documentation related to product quality, including specifications, process flows, and work instructions.

• Continuous Improvement:

  • Drive continuous improvement efforts across the powertrain manufacturing process, focusing on reducing defects, improving efficiency, and minimizing waste.
  • Implement lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies to enhance product quality and production efficiency.

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, and or MBA from an ABET accredited university (or equivalent)​
• Knowledge in Engines and Engine Dress Components
• Experience developing Performance Standards, Creating master sections and Surface feasibility proposal for PDO​
• Knowledge of CAN/LIN bus and experience with circuit analysis​
• Design for Six Sigma DFSS experienced (Green Belt or Black Belt preferred), Shainin Green Belt​
• Experience with Tooling and Manufacturing methods for Engines and Engine Dress Components
• Highly motivated individual with excellent communication, leadership, organizational skills, excellent relationship building skills with the ability to work in a cross functional team environment​
• Knowledge of Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (DFMEA), Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R), FEA, Mold Flow Virtual Validation, GD&T, and i-Speed
• Well-rounded outward attitude
• Willingness to present to Management
• Knowledge of Quality Methods and tools (Green Belt -- DFSS/Reactive, SBT, 3L5Y)
• Ability to lead colleagues from engineering, planning, and suppliers to achieve goals
• Demonstrated potential to direct, teach, lead and inspire
• Highly effective at communicating technical issues both verbally and written
• Experience with CAN (Canoe) bus
• ​Excellent MS Office skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook)​
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanism and moving components interfaces.​
• Strong communications skills and ability to convey technical information for understanding to various audiences (management/non-technical)​
• Strong technical knowledge of plastic components and metal structures design.
• Strong technical knowledge of Intake, combustion, exhaust and emissions controls.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of Powertrain / Engine / Transmission operation and components. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent problem solving skills.
• Must be able to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Must be able to lead and manage Suppliers.
• Some travel required to Supplier and Corporate Engine/Transmission / Vehicle Assembly Plants.
• Green/black belt in Shainin or DFSS desirable.
• CAE/Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) experiences on Powertrain structure preferred.
• Working knowledge of Casting and Injection Molding processes.
• Knowledge of FCA Systems and/or products a plus
• Strong communications skills and ability to convey technical information for understanding to various audiences (management/non-technical)​
• Valid driver’s license is required as well as a clean driving record.
• Basic understanding of power electronics and devices
• Understanding of electrical engineering protocols and standards
• Working technical knowledge in applications engineering and product design/development  (specifically within an automotive context)
• Working level knowledge of DVPAR and DFVEA.
• High level of proficiency in English (speaking, reading, writing)
• Highly motivated and self-starter
• Demonstrated ability to work in team environment
• Working level knowledge of Power Electronics analysis and simulations tools
• Ability to interface professionally with key customers, cross- functional teams and all levels of personnel management
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Able to manage multiple responsibilities while being mind of deadlines
• Must be task oriented, detail oriented, and curate with work

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