Purpose of the job:To manage Quality Management Systems (BRMP) in SharePoint and processes to achieve plant-specific objectives and meet Customer Specific Requirements (CSR).Minimum Requirements:MatricNational Diploma in Quality Management or EngineeringCertificates in Trained Auditor ISO 9001:2015; IATF 16949:2016 & VDA 6.3:2016Previous experience in a similar roleMain Responsibilities:Quality Strategy:Develop the Total Quality Strategic Plan and ensure implementation for the Plant.Provide Strategic and Change Leadership to the Total Quality Team.Quality Management:Manage Quality at Source (Green Areas).Manage requirements related to Quality and other standards (IATF 16949:2016, ISO 9001:2015 & VDA 6.3:2016).Drive Quality Empowerment into Manufacturing.Facilitate action teams and improvement programs to continually improve on identified risks.Compile Quality Topics for Quality Awareness Training in conjunction with the Training Department.Plan and set up testing programs to investigate Quality issues and recommend changes.Quality Assurance:Maintain IATF 16949:2016 Certification.Contribute to and improve the operation of the Quality Assurance system and manage and implement the Quality Assurance system.Develop and approve Quality Procedures, Work Instructions, etc., plant-specific.Audits:Co-ordinate and facilitate customer audits of the product and product capability.Conduct internal System audits 1st Tier IATF 16949:2016 and Process audits, 1st Tier, VDA 6.3:2016.Assist with Product Audits.Supply Quality Assurance (SQA):Specify Supplier Acceptable Quality Levels (AQLs) (Tolerances, Drawing requirements, Tooling, PPMs, etc.).Analyse Supplier Performance (Product Quality, Special Status, etc.) and make recommendations.Quality Control:Establish and manage Critical Control Points in the Process.Analyse the PPMs and defect trends and make recommendations.Information Management and Direction Focusing:Ensure data collection and analyses of data trends and focus areas for improvement drives.Conduct Plant Management Reviews.Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP):Review Quality Risks of APQP activities.Ensure compliance with process and Customer Specific Requirements.Approve Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) prior to Customer submission.Provide input to the Contract Review Process.Continuous Improvement:Research and evaluate alternative Quality testing equipment.Identify, suggest and implement corrective actions to improve Quality.Develop an updated Continuous Improvement Plan.People Management:Ensure an enabling climate/culture.Ensure a safe, secure, and legal working environment.Manage individual, team, and departmental performance to achieve organisational objectives.Compile and update Performance Contracts and Individual Development Plans and facilitate individual career path planning.Determine the training needs of the Department.Conduct Performance Reviews and manage sub-standard performance.Coach and counsel people to ensure improved performance levels.Ensure discipline is maintained in the department (absenteeism, lateness, overtime, misconduct, etc.).Resolve grievances and disputes.SHE:Conduct continuous Risk Assessments in the workplace.Conduct Planned Task Observations in the workplace.Identify potential hazards and critical safety issues in the workplace.Address workplace hazards and risks.Apply safety, health, and environment practices and legal requirements when working on machines and equipment.Key Skills and Competencies:Computer skills (MS Office).Demonstrate an understanding of QMS Standards.Demonstrate an understanding of the Integrity of Measurement and Control Philosophy of a process.Demonstrate an understanding of APQP; PPAP; MSA; Control Plans; PFMEA (Core Tools).
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