We are

AUTOKINITON

(pronounced auto-ken-i- TAHN )

AUTOKINITON

delivers operational excellence, high-quality execution, and customer service. We offer 100% vertical integration capabilities such as end-to-end engineering, manufacturing, and in-house logistics. We're proud of our Tier 1 supplier legacy for manufacturing propulsion-agnostic, structural automotive components, and assemblies around the globe. To help us drive excellence, you'll get to:

• Schedules and conducts meetings with customers, suppliers, and in-plant personnel.
• Provide key input into the development of departmental strategic goals along with identifying key measurable to support the departmental goals.
• Serve as main contact for external customer concerns. Monitor, respond, initiate corrective actions, follow up, close and track customer complaints.
• Works with customers to obtain all necessary APQP documents including Process Flow, PFMEA, and Control Plans.
• Supports internal as well as third party

ISO:

9001:2015 Quality Management System audits and

ISO:

17025:2017.

• Performs research and design for quality processes and controls.
• Evaluates designs, drawings, project plans, specifications, and other documents.
• Initiate and facilitate cross-functional teams in pursuit of problem solving and mistake proofing quality problems.
• Drive implementation of a progressive quality system to prevent defects and meet or exceed customer expectations.
• Drive implementation of all quality policies and required operating procedures and work instructions.
• Develop and maintain Company performance metric data, prepare charts and summaries for applicable measurables as required.
• Travel to customers, vendors, and suppliers as necessary. Generate and distribute visitation reports along with any other customer communications.
• Assist in providing training and support for the Advanced Quality Technicians, including gage training.
• Audits and assists with quality procedures and buy off criteria for tools, parts, and assembly processes.
• Prepares and updates: set-up instructions, check fixture instructions, operator inspection instructions, and should it become necessary; repair instructions and sort logs.
• Prepares, submits, and follows through with deviation request forms (if necessary).
• Ensures all corrective actions are submitted in a timely manner and all preventative counter measures are verified.

This is a Full-Time, salary role is a part of our Autokiniton - Plymouth team and reports to the Quality Manager.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field or equivalent industrial design experience.

Minimum six (6) years' experience in quality engineering or supplier development.

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES

Responsible for reading and understanding the

ISO-9001

2015, ISO-17025:2017, and

ISO-14001

procedures. Excellent organizational, analytical and communication skills. Effective email and electronic communication skills are required. Solid working knowledge of PPAP processes. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers and/or associates. Ability to work effectively with numerous departments. Ability to work independently. Knowledge of GD&T. Knowledge of measurement equipment such as CMM and Laser Scanning. Knowledge of quality control procedures. Ability to follow tasks through to completion. Adaptive to a fast-paced environment.

PREFERRED ADDITIONAL SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Knowledge of standard quality practices, ex. FMEA's, SPC, DOE, etc.
• Knowledge of resistance and MIG welding processes.
• Ability to work in fast-paced team environment.
• Proven leadership ability and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational, analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to mentor and teach the team effective problem-solving methods.
• Good working skills with Microsoft Office software Where you'll be: This position is located at our Plymouth facility in Plymouth MI.

, offering many community events, resources, programs, and recreational opportunities for you and your family.

Community features:

• Ford Field, home of the Detroit Lions.
• Close to major highways
• Near coffee shops and restaurants. Why you'll enjoy working here:

Competitive Wages and Comprehensive Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Company contribution match, and 14 paid holidays, including a bridge holiday in December.

Work-Life Balance:

Many of our Associates have stayed with us for 25+ years! It takes a good work-life balance to make it that far. We support your personal and professional priorities as they impact your well-being.

Growth Opportunities:

Take your career to the next level through tuition reimbursement programs, on-the-job training, learning management systems, and advancement opportunities from within our organization.

Learning and Development:

We empower all our Associates - from entry-level to senior-level - with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their current roles and beyond at

AUTOKINITON. AUTOKINITON

Promotes a dynamic and collaborative work environment for everyone.

AUTOKINITON

is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship.

AUTOKINITON

makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.