Quality Management Systems Coordinator

Job Description

A QMS (Quality Management System) Coordinator in an automotive component manufacturing plant plays a crucial role in ensuring that the quality standards of the products and processes meet specific regulatory and customer requirements.

QMS Coordinators help ensure that the manufacturing processes are efficient, controlled, and capable of producing high-quality products consistently, thereby reducing costs, improving satisfaction, and complying with regulations.

Implementation and Maintenance of QMS: They are responsible for implementing, maintaining, and improving the Quality Management System in accordance with standards like ISO 9001 or industry-specific standards such as IATF 16949, which are common in the automotive industry. Transition QMS to company's integrated management system. Maintain QMS document/record control process.

Documentation Control: They ensure all process documentation, quality manuals, and quality procedures are up to date and comply with required standards. This includes developing and managing control documents and records essential for quality assurance.

Training and Support: They train plant staff on quality procedures and the importance of quality standards. This role involves continuous education on the latest quality practices and standards.

Data Analysis and Reporting: They collect and analyze quality data to identify trends and areas for improvement. Reporting these findings to higher management and suggesting actions is a key part of their duties.

Supplier Quality Management: They may be involved in assessing supplier quality and ensuring that the materials received meet the required standards.

Education: A bachelor's degree in engineering, quality management, industrial management, or a related field is typically required. Specific degrees in automotive engineering or manufacturing engineering are highly valued.

Certifications: Additional certifications would be an asset such as: Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) or Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) offered by the American Society for Quality (ASQ). IATF 16949: Understanding of and certification in this automotive quality standard is highly beneficial. ISO 9001 Training: Certifications in quality management systems and internal auditor qualifications.

Skills & Experience

Quality Control/Assurance Experience: Experience in quality assurance or quality control within a manufacturing environment, particularly in the automotive industry, is crucial.

Experience with QMS: Hands-on experience with implementing, managing, or maintaining a Quality Management System.

Audit Experience: Practical experience in conducting or participating in internal and external audits.

Full-time