Quality Auditor I - HDS

Job Summary

The Quality Auditor is responsible for verifying each part meets the requirements as stated on the QCP / IR and notifying the correct personnel if a NG condition is found. 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Basic understanding of engineering drawings, schematic diagrams, or formulas and confers with management on any given quality issue. 
• Evaluates data, applying statistical quality control procedures (as necessary).
• Performs inspection procedures including checking dimensions of related surfaces, holes, etc., as well as assessment of finish, hardness, detection of cracks or any other defects and use of lab testing equipment.
• Records results on inspection reports or charts and reports number of defects found. Posts or maintains forms and charts of inspection data, quality levels, or special quality studies.
• Performs assigned routine tests on materials, goods in process and finished goods where results are compared with company quality standards. Reports results to QE and QM who will make an analysis and take appropriate action. 
• Stops production if a nonconformance is identified.
• Monitors the quality of manufacturing processes.
• Notifies supervisors when inspection data exceeds acceptable limits or when major incidents of poor quality are noted. Answers production operator calls as necessary.
• Assists with filing appropriate QC paperwork, cleaning the lab and sharing important quality related information.
• Report any unsafe working conditions to the area supervisor or senior staff.
• Maintain the removal and return of quality equipment to the Lab. 
• Participate or assist in third party audits (IATF / Customer / etc.)
• Understand attribute gages and assist in training other team members on the proper use of these gages.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required Experience

• Work and communicate effectively in a team environment
• Automotive manufacturing experience a plus

Required Safety Equipment

• PPE as required per department (Saf-001)

Educational skills required

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Training required

• IATF 16949 overview
• Non-conforming material 
• Reaction Plan Matrix (Abnormal Condition – OPL-135, OPL-136, OPL-218, OPL-219)
• Quality Control Plan / Inspection Report
• Caliper / Height gage measurement
• Force tester
• Various measurement devices in Quality Lab

Physical Job Requirements – ALL jobs

• Must be able to sit, reach above shoulders, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs on a consistent basis
• Must be able to work overtime as needed, 10 hour or 12 hour shifts
• Must be able to stand 10 - 12 hours daily. 
• Must have physical dexterity