Project Quality Specialist [14200]

Overview

Lead quality initiatives for powertrain manufacturing, driving standardization and root‑cause analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• quality analysis
• engineering changes
• data analysis
• standardization
• product evaluation
• root cause

Tasks

-Analyze quality data from internal and external indicators, manage engineering changes working with a cross-functional team to ensure timely execution -Ensure delivery of third-party quality metrics, provide creative thinking to the analysis of data and the identification of new opportunities -Developing and executing standardization of manufacturing quality enablers -Demonstrate commitment and dedication in delivering a premier product to the consumer, represent the Voice of the Customer to the platform teams and contribute or drive team success by clarifying expectation and minimizing political hurdles -Plan, prioritize, set goals and manage multiple projects in a technical and business environment -Provide creative thinking to the analysis of data and the identification of new opportunities -Establish partnerships both internally and externally should be able to influence without direct authority -Work with internal teams to develop and implement integrated content required to drive growth and maximize customer value -Conduct product evaluation tests to ensure robustness of product or process change before full implementation and will be the point of contact for engineering quality and all product-related incidents -Performing root cause analysis of quality issues, often using advanced problem-solving tools (Kepner-Tregoe, Shainin Red X, Design of Experiments, etc.) recommending and implement cost-effective permanent corrective actions

Requirements

• powertrain
• black belt
• bachelor's
• lean
• iso/ts16949
• communication

What You Bring

We are recruiting an experienced Project Quality Specialist to join our team to support our client in the automotive industry. -Knowledge of engines, transmissions, and driveline components strongly desired -A minimum of 10 years of Powertrain Manufacturing or Engineering experience -Thorough understanding of Engines & Driveline components -The ideal candidate must have a proven track record of developing and executing standardization, especially within the area of Powertrain -Valid driver's license is required as well as a clean driving record -Experience working in a lean/flat organization with cross functional skills -The candidate must be a high-energy, hands-on individual with strength of convictions and leadership presence -Reactive Black Belt and Green Belt training and completed projects -Experience launching engine program -Strong communication skills -Thorough understanding of structured problem solving and root cause analysis -Thorough understanding of Quality and Supplier Operations -Ability to stand and be on your feet long periods of time in a manufacturing environment -Proven track record of developing and executing standardization and experience with having cross-functional responsibilities in a lean organization -Possess strong communication skills to support meetings at all levels of the company, including senior leadership -Bachelor's degree required -Ability to build partnerships both internally and externally -Experience and ability to follow ISO/TS16949 and APQP processes to launch and monitor engine manufacturing -Capable of planning and prioritizing including the ability to manage multiple projects, determine project urgency and create action plans -A minimum of 5 years Powertrain Quality experience -Must be willing and able to travel to the USA (0 - 20%), without restrictions, effective on the start date -Ability to lead without direct authority -Manufacturing, design release, and or supplier quality experience are strongly desired -The successful candidate must possess outstanding teamwork, interpersonal and communications skills -Black Belt or Green Belt certification

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Benefits

MEDA offers an excellent referral bonus. Great candidates know great candidates. -Pension eligibility, with employer match, after 1 full year of work (open enrollment every October) -Paid Benefits after 90 days (individual and family) – extended medical, out-of-country coverage, dental etc.

About Meda Engineering And Technical Servicess, Llc

-Began as a Windsor-based engineering design firm and expanded to Michigan and Texas. -Evolved into two core units: engineering consulting/design and technical & professional staffing services. -Works across civil, structural, mechanical, industrial, and R&D fields, offering turnkey engineering and supplemental labor. -Known for supporting OEMs and manufacturing industries, handling program launches, model changeovers, and lean/quality improvements. -Delivers CAD/CAM design, FEA, CFD, equipment support, and drafting for complex projects. -Embeds civil engineers in municipal and research projects, developing novel construction products with university partners. -Provides staff supplementation via direct placement, contract, or contract-to-hire solutions, matching technical talent to specialized needs. -Unprisingly, many employee-developed inventions become customer property under confidential programs.

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