Quality Specialist

Ground Effects a leading automotive up-fit supplier is looking for a Quality Specialist to join our team in Wentzville! We offer great benefits (Medical/Dental/Vision), 401K with match, annual increases, profit sharing, vacation and personal flex time, paid holidays, and growth potential in a good working environment.

Position Details:

• Full time, Salary Position
• On-site role
• Salary Range (DOE) - $42,000 - $50,000
• Reports directly to our Division Quality Manager.
• Paid weekly

The Quality Specialist is responsible for developing, maintaining and updating the IATF16949 documentation to ensure a world class quality product is being installed on our customer’s vehicles. Documentation development and input includes work instructions, process flow/PFMEA, control plans, audit plans, etc. This position will ensure on time launch support, as well as address and review plant and supplier concerns.

Job Responsibilities:

• Support the development, maintenance and continuous improvement of IATF16949 facility process documentation, work instructions, process flow/PFMEA, control plans, all PPAP documentation and audit plans.
• Develop and maintenance of vehicle travelers and QA check-sheets for new and current programs. Assist with training and coaching of production quality team.
• Provide advice and guidance to ensure adherence to work instructions.
• Manage supplier concerns with QAS.
• Develop detailed responses to customer concerns / corrective actions and warranty claims in a timely manner using customer portals. Issue GIMS and SCARs through customer sites when directed by customer, otherwise through the Ground Effects LTD/LLC Quality Management System.
• Navigate and assist with regular customer website maintenance.
• Support key dates and launch requirements at build plant as required.
• Manage required OEM alerts and Forever requirements as needed.
• Assist with cost tracking for internal, external and supplier issues and reported out monthly.
• Conduct internal audits for LPA’s, IATF, etc.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent; Preferred-bachelor’s degree in quality engineering or related field. Experience will be considered in lieu of education.
• Minimum 1-3 years of experience as a quality lead or specialist in a manufacturing / production environment is required.
• Preferred; 2 Years’ experience with TS16949 or IATF 16949 standards, Quality Audits, Environmental Management System and OSHA Requirements. Automotive manufacturing or military background and must have knowledge of and experience with PPAP submissions. Including, APQP process including FMEA and Control Plan development.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Must be willing to do occasional travel, as required.
• Advanced computer skills in MS Office suites - Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills are a must.
• Experienced in Quality Management Systems.
• Must be team oriented with strong interpersonal skills and have a willingness to be on the shop floor working directly with the production teams and various supervisors. Including training of work instructions created.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Have knowledge of various hand tools and how to use them.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person
• Manufacturing facility

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Quality Specialist: 1 year (Required)
• APQP/ FEMA/ PFEMA: 1 year (Required)
• Quality systems: 1 year (Required)
• MS Office Suites (Excel, Word & PowerPoint): 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Wentzville, MO 63385 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Wentzville, MO 63385: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person