Quality Control Engineer Lead

Warren Stamping Plant is currently seeking a Quality Control Engineer Lead to join our Quality team. The Quality Control Engineer Lead is responsible for stamping plant product and process control applications utilizing quality control methodologies. The selected candidate is expected to develop and implement new and sustainable processes in a manufacturing environment. This position offers the selected candidate an opportunity to be an internal part of a company whose focus is to change the automotive landscape and to launch a successful career with a major automotive company known in the industry for style. The Quality team's fast paced dynamic environment is the ideal environment for the entry-level or seasoned engineer to gain exposure to real world challenges and rewarding experiences. Additionally, the selected candidate will gain hands-on experience to develop their business acumen providing a solid foundation and potential to become a future leader. The Quality Control Engineer expert must be a creative problem solver, proactive and steadfast in the identification and resolution vehicle quality.

Job responsibilities include but not limited to :

• Manage day to day quality control and quality inspection activities to the assigned area(s). Pressroom and / or Assembly
• Will be required to directly supervise hourly and / or SBU (UAW)
• Daily auditing across all shifts to hold Team Members and Team Leaders accountable up to and including issuing discipline as required
• At times will cover other salary functions during vacations, absences and other business needs
• Empowered through independent judgment to commence or cease production operations based on quality safety and / or regulatory requirements
• Direct the workforce to follow government regulations and all applicable MQGR and Level 1 standards
• Identify need for process improvements / procedures required
• Document conditions found and identify opportunities for process improvement
• Communicate results to quality and plant management
• Plan, prioritize, set goals and manage multiple projects in a technical and business environment
• Strong communication skills to lead and support meetings at all levels of the company, including SR leadership
• Establish partnerships both internally and externally and to influence at times without direct authority
• Provide expert technical leadership & directing cross functional teams in the application of quality initiatives
• Commitment and dedication in delivering a World Class product to the consumer
• Represent the "Voice of the Customer" top plant teams
• Contribute to and drive team success by clarifying expectation and minimizing political hurdles
• Demonstrate unwavering commitment to delivering results and champion achievements
• Exhibit a willingness to do things differently and consistently translate ideas into actions that deliver results
• Develop and enhance PPR & audit checklists over time
• Perform process audits based on internal and external quality indicators, leveraging standard checklists questions - audit the entire system a minimum of three times per year
• Review critical processes and stations (Press and Assembly) daily per VOC
• Manage and Supervise – Auditors, Certification & Repair Hole.

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