Quality Manager Jobs - Vaughan, (ON)

Quality Manager - Job Description

Martinrea is a diversified global automotive supplier engaged in the design, development and manufacturing of metal parts, assemblies and modules, complex fluid management systems and aluminum products. We employ approximately 15,000 skilled and motivated people at manufacturing, engineering and technical centers in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Brazil, Germany, Slovakia, Spain and China. Our business strategy leverages world-class technologies, motivated and talented people, and high-quality products.

Our Mission is to make people's lives better by:

• Delivering outstanding quality products and services to our customers;
• Providing meaningful opportunity, job satisfaction, and job security for our people;
• Being positive contributors to our communities; and,
• Providing superior long-term investment returns to our stakeholders.

Our strength is our people

We invite you to follow your dreams and explore a challenging and rewarding career at Martinrea.

Summary: This role provides leadership and management of all Quality related processes, ensuring these processes are aligned with the strategic direction and annual goals of the organization.

Experience:

• Community College courses in Quality related discipline
• Minimum 5 - 8 years' experience in similar role
• Class A experience is an asset
• Thorough knowledge of blueprint reading and interpretation of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
• Proficient in the understanding and use of Statistical process control (SPC), Welding, Stamping and Assembly processes
• Proficient in the use of measuring equipment (i.e. venires, micrometer, height gauges, profile projector, etc.)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• High level of time management
• Prior experience with ISO/IATF 16949
• Experience with PPAP / APQP Processes
• Ability to coordinate and facilitate CFT meetings
• Demonstrates the ability to work efficiently in a team environment
• Ability to work overtime to meet customer needs
• Attention to detail
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively in English, both written and verbal, in all types of situations
• Ability to review, identify and accept / reject parts based on customer specifications, specifically appearance standards
• Ability to understand all areas of QA department and to act as temporary manager when needed (Inspection, customer concerns and decision making)
• Ability to mentor / teach fellow QEs and upcoming QEs to the process and procedures

Functions:

• Responsible for trouble shooting root cause analysis, data analysis, implementation and maintain up to date documentations in problem solving process
• Manage PPAP and ensure that PPAP submissions are professional, thorough, on time and acceptable
• Manage all inspection functions of the Quality Assurance Department
• Lead and train all individuals associated with the ISO-9001 quality system
• Works on Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) with cross-functional teams on the development of new and existing components to meet critical customer deadlines
• Conduct and where necessary, lead in the improvement of capability studies and gauge R & R analysis
• Create quality documents in compliance with the company's quality system manual and quality system standards (control plan, inspection records, etc.)
• Participate and coordinate the Team Oriented Problem Solving (corrective and preventive actions)
• Coordinate and responsible for PPAP submissions within specified timeframe
• Understanding GD&T of Fixtures operation and design and participate on gauge design to ensure all customer and internal specifications are met
• Review and make recommendations for the disposition of non-conforming/suspect products in a timely manner and ensure formal corrective actions are answered within customers guidelines
• Contribute and assist in variability reduction, process improvement and continuous improvement
• Participate in the internal auditing function as per the annual internal quality auditing schedule.
• Daily manage and monitor all floor and customer metrics.
• Participate in monthly employee meetings, safety talks
• Conduct employee training
• Correct substandard acts or conditions
• Contribute and participate in the Quality System and the Environmental System to meet customer requirements and the international standards
• Maintain SPC charts and ensure that SPC points are within capability range or initiate action to bring back into range
• Contribute to successful project completion by participating in the resolution of issues such as conflicting design requirements, safety concerns, unsuitability of standard material and difficult coordination requirements
• Coordinate project activities with other department's personnel to facilitate participation of appropriate staff in project completion
• Review project related documentation to ensure its accuracy
• Ensure time management is executed in the completion of all projects/ duties
• Assist with the needs of the customer in internal functions in addressing quality system requirements
• Track customer satisfaction measurable and communicate to appropriate personnel and/or management
• Daily review of production process for compliance and opportunities
• Work with and mentor Quality Techs as required
• Customer Visit - Visit customer locations for the purpose of building relationships, resolving problems and understanding the use of our parts to be able to make intelligent production problems.
• Corporate process - know what and where to find the procedures / process and ensure compliance where applicable
• Demonstrate 5S Methodology in your work area
• Identify, suggest and participate in the continuous improvement of process when required

Health & Safety:

• Ensure compliance with all applicable codes, standards and legislation including Environmental Legislation, O. Reg 851 for Industrial Establishments, and the Occupational Health and Safety Act (with emphasis on Section 28)
• Abide by all Company policies including, but not limited to Health & Safety, Quality & Environmental Systems, HR policies and Martinrea Employee Handbook
• Must work in accordance with H&S regulations, Company and plant rules, policies and procedures
• Must use or wear PPE and certain clothing as required by the Company and while visiting other locations

Work Conditions:

• 60% Office environment, 40% Plant floor (PPE required)
• Constant communication with employees, peers and management
• Overtime as required
• Ability to work on computer for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift up to 35lbs.
• Must be able to work with push pull forces of up to 50lbs. or less

Martinrea International Inc. is proud to provide employment accommodations during the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodations, please notify us if you are contacted for a job interview. The company has an accommodation process in place that provides accommodations to employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please contact your HR representative. This ensures that the appropriate accommodations are in place before you begin your employment.