Responsibilities
- Value Stream Mapping processes, time studies, leading Kaizen events, creating Standard Work, audits/Gemba Walks, develop: PFD, FMEA, Control Plan, and Job Element Sheets, conducting root cause analysis using 5-Why, Cause and Effect Diagram, A3 tools, New Product Introduction (NPI) validation, creating test validation plans, Gauge Studies, and perform statistical analysis.
- Identify and eliminate WASTE through lean manufacturing principles; leading continuous improvement initiatives that drive measurable operational efficiencies across the facility.
- Create and maintain preventive maintenance checklists and schedules to ensure equipment reliability and uptime; document and evolve equipment troubleshooting guides to support frontline problem resolution.
- Develop training documents and maintain the training matrix to ensure workforce competency, standardization and compliance across all applicable roles.
- Assist with AFE (Authorization for Expenditure) reports, supporting capital project justification and process improvement investments.
- Use voice of the customer information to drive decision making; strong understanding of problem-solving tools (5-Why, Logic Tree, Cause and Effect Diagram, A3, etc.) to determine root cause analysis and develop countermeasures.
- Resolve a wide range of issues creatively; ability to solve straightforward problems with a solid understanding of lean principles, quality systems, statistical tools and procedures; understands key business drivers to accomplish own work.
- Conduct audits, write audit reports, distribute reports, follow up on non-conformances; create, manage and distribute Quality Alerts.
- Function as the Quality Assurance representative for the review and approval of CAPAs, Deviations, MDRs, Validations and QWC; implement and maintain the effectiveness of the Quality System.
- Support the creation of quality documents for new product launches; conduct inspections, testing and analysis to ensure product quality and compliance with OBE and industry standards.
- Respond to and follow up on customer complaints.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a technical field (e.g., mathematics, statistics, mechanical, manufacturing, chemical engineering, industrial engineering)
- Minimum of 3 years' experience and knowledge in Toyota Production Systems, mechanical and/or manufacturing processes
- Understanding of drawings, specifications and standards
- Familiarity with machined parts and their manufacturing processes
- Background in continuous improvement
- Demonstrates a working understanding of general business principles
Nice to Have
- ISO-9000 and/or TS-16949 Quality System experience
- CQE, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification or equivalent experience
- Quality Engineer certification through ASQ
