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:
Understand and comply with Safety, Health, Environmental, and Quality programs, directives, and regulatory requirements within scope of responsibility.
Administer aspects of the Quality Management System (QMS), including MSA studies, and determine quality improvement parameters by identifying relevant statistical methods.
Perform supplier and internal compliance audits to assure conformance with company procedures and established standards, including production, laboratory, and support processes.
Analyze data by completing hypothesis testing, normal distribution analysis, and process capability analysis as needed.
Prepare reports and presentations by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data, and making recommendations.
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing publications, networking, benchmarking practices, participating in professional societies, and maintaining certifications.
Brainstorm and create solutions for identified problems to ensure products meet quality standards.
Analyze project plans to ensure task requirements are met by assigned personnel.
Conduct QMS training as required.
Contribute to team efforts by accomplishing related results as needed.

Requirements

Qualifications:
Four-year technical degree and minimum of one year relevant work experience preferred; or at least two years of relevant industry work experience.
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.
Good knowledge of manufacturing processes, operating measurement equipment, and process capability studies.
Excellent written and oral communication skills; proficient in MS Office; ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and management.
Strong attention to detail; excellent organizational skills with the ability to perform multiple tasks and achieve results within strict time frames.
Capacity to work independently with minimal supervision (self-motivated once given direction/guidance).
Knowledge of mini-mill processes, steel defect root causes, and downstream steel processing (stamping, forming, CTL, slitting, etc.) is a plus.
Familiarity with site-specific quality management systems is a plus.
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:
Position involves working in both office and mill environments, which may include extreme temperatures from hot to cold.
May require long hours, weekend and holiday coverage, remote work, and travel to support routine responsibilities.