Axalta
Quality Manager (Manufacturing)
US-MI-Brighton
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 1 day ago
Data AnalysisSalesforceSAPSupply ChainProcess ImprovementProcurementLeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingTime ManagementMicrosoft OfficeLean Manufacturing
About the role
- Seeking a leader who is hands-on, with at least 3 years of Quality Management in a Manufacturing environment.
- Will be interacting with different teams in the Plant.
- https://www.axalta.com/corporate/en_US.html ( Company Website Link )
Responsibilities
- In this role, you'll drive continuous improvement, ensure compliance with quality standards, and foster a culture of operational excellence.
- Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of Quality Engineers and Technicians, including, but not limited to everyday testing, quality inspections, audits, and process improvements.
- ISO 9001 Oversight: Manage the ISO 9001 Quality Management System to ensure compliance, certification, and documentation.
- Audits & Compliance: Lead internal and external ISO audits, address corrective actions, and maintain certifications.
- Continuous Improvement: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement process improvements using Lean or Six Sigma methodologies.
- Training & Development: Provide training on quality standards and best practices, promoting cross-functional collaboration. Engage with direct reports to document goals, helping them reach their career ladders.
- Collaborate with the supply chain and procurement teams to assess and improve supplier quality.
- Manage the ISO 9001 Quality Management System to ensure compliance, certification, and documentation.
- Lead internal and external ISO audits, address corrective actions, and maintain certifications.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement process improvements using Lean or Six Sigma methodologies.
Requirements
- Quality Management: 3 years
- Knowledge of paint & coatings chemistry &/or experience as a Co-op
- Experience using SAP/S4 HANA
- Experience with statistical software/applications for data analysis
- Bachelor's Degree is preferred, preferably in Chemistry or related field
Nice to have
- Cease any process or product delivery due to non-conformance (safety/regulatory issue, customer requirements, etc.) using the SAP system.
- Prepare and present comprehensive performance reports to senior executives, including KPIs, trend analysis, and long-term strategies to improve product quality.
- Quality Management System
- 1-3 years of manufacturing plant experience
- Sound problem-solving skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and leadership skills
- Experience working with Microsoft Office
Compensation
- Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year.
- Reporting: Develop annual quality goals and execute programs to accomplish these goals. Ensure accurate documentation and reporting of quality metrics, audits, and corrective actions.
Company info
- Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions.
- We engineer technologies that protect customers' products - whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals - and add dimension and beauty with colorful finishes.
- We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.
- Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific.
- Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year.
- All hiring decisions involve human oversight and review.
- Recruitment Fraud Alert: We take candidate safety seriously.
- 2 - Professionals (EEO-1 Job Categories-United States of America)
- At Axalta, the strength of our company lies in our people, and our legacy is built on more than 145 years in the coatings industry.
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