Position Summary: To lead implementation of TS16949, Ford specific TS, Q1, MSA, GPDS and CQI requirements and to deploy an effective internal auditing system focused to measure and improve process effectiveness.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, improve, implement and maintain procedures and systems compliant with TS16949 and Ford specific requirements.
• Plan and facilitate registration and surveillance audits with external auditors. Represent MSS to auditors and sustain TS 16949, Ford specific Q1, MSA CQI certifications.
• Conduct Ford specific MSA (manufacturing site assessment). Develop, improve and maintain systems to ensure compliance.
• Develop and execute internal audit schedule. Train, develop internal auditors.
• Develop and maintain Layered Process Audit system and standardize work audit system. Track and facilitate issue closure and measure effectiveness.
• Develop and maintain Poke Yoke and red rabbit system. Track and facilitate issue closure and measure effectiveness.
• Conduct quality systems orientation to new hires/ refresher training to existing employees. 
• Maintain monthly KOI for internal audit and LPA and report to senior management.
• Maintain document and data control process for the facility. Upkeep ETQ.
• Lead, monitor and facilitate systemic issue closure. Utilizing mechanisms such as ETQ CARs, Issue list. 8D, 6 panel.
• Support, Lead systems improvement.
• Develop improve and maintain Hold cage. Conduct daily scrap review meetings and ensure timely disposition.
• Provide issue resolution and customer liaison support for service issues.
• Comply with legislative requirements as it pertains to OHSA (Occupational Health & Safety Act) and WSIA (Workplace Safety and Insurance Act).
• Adhere to and follow all company health & safety policies, practices and rules for the workplace;
• Supports and enforces the 5 C’s, company principles of Company goals and objectives, and decisions and policies by taking ownership and communicating these in a positive and supportive manner.
• Displays a positive attitude towards safety, works safely and follows all the Company's safety policies and procedures./
• Complies with all Health, Safety and Environmental standards in accordance with company policies, the Occupational Health & Safety Act. and the Michigan Occupational Health & Safety Act.
• Ensures all employees and visitors have a safe environment in that safety and housekeeping standards are maintained; and all hazards, unsafe actions, or unsafe conditions have been identified, corrected, and/or eliminated.
• Responds to and investigates all reports of injuries, accidents, illnesses, near misses and property damage immediately.
• Takes an active part in the division’s safety program by performing regular workplace inspections, effectively investigates accidents/incidents promptly, and assists in meeting or exceeding the division’s safety goals. 
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Note: If there is reason to believe that any equipment, or physical condition of the workplace is likely to endanger the employee or co-worker, or is in contravention of OSHA and MISOHA, notify management immediately. If there is any reason to believe that any equipment, physical condition of the workplace or assigned task is likely to jeopardize customer’s requirements, internal requirements or the quality of tests results and/or equipment build, notify management immediately. Authorities as detailed in our Quality System for ISO/TS16949 2009 including but not limited to Corrective and Preventative Actions, Control of Documents, Control of Records, Internal Audits and Control of Nonconforming Product.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability and/or physical demands required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Education: Post-Secondary education in Quality or a related field an asset

Experience: Three to five years of experience in an automotive assembly or manufacturing environment 

Experience as Internal and/or Lead Auditor

Lead TS auditor certification.

AIAG core tools (PPAP, MSA, PFMEA, APQP, Control Plan, SPC) training certification.

ASQ internal auditor / CQA/ CQE certification is and asset

Minimum 5 years of work-related experience preferable in a JIT seating environment

Strong computer skills required

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Team oriented, communicates well with others, and able to interact with people at all levels and departments
• Excellent problem solving and leadership skills
• Detail oriented and excellent documentation skills
• Working knowledge of safety standards and OSHA guidelines
• Working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and various manufacturing software

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

Work performed in an office and manufacturing plant environments. Normal mobility to move around an office environment, able to conduct normal amount of work at a computer. Continuously walks and stands. Frequently performs fine finger movements, grips/grasps, push/pulls, bends/stoops, and lifts and carries parts up to thirty (30) lbs. Must be available to work any shift as well as weekends and holidays as needed.