Rosenberger North America is an innovative global leader in radio frequency technology with an international presence. Our products are used in wireless technology, telecom, test & measurement, automotive, medical, military, industrial and data systems. We are currently seeking a Compliance Lead (IATF) to join our team in Akron, PA. It is an exciting time to join Rosenberger North America! We are rapidly expanding and are looking for quality candidates to join us on our journey. We work hard, but we also play hard with the belief that we are nothing without our employees. We believe in innovation and investing in our employees; your growth opportunities are only limited by you! The Compliance Lead (IATF) is responsible for strategic leadership for compliance, LMS and QMS, audits, customer-specific requirements, IATF 16949 certification, and continual improvement.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Compliance Programs:
Maintain compliance programs tailored to meet
IATF 16949
standards and other relevant regulations.
Internal Audits:
Schedule internal audits to assess compliance with
IATF 16949.
Training and Education:
Develop and deliver training programs to educate employees on compliance policies, procedures, and
IATF 16949
standards.
Certification Support:
Lead efforts to help maintain
IATF 16949
certification by ensuring all requirements are met.
Report and Address Violations:
Identify, report, and address any compliance violations or discrepancies.
Documentation and Reporting:
Communicate compliance activities and prepare reports for senior management.
Customer Requirements:
Manage the customer specific requirements process.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Work closely with other departments, such as Supply Chain, Production, and Engineering, to ensure a comprehensive approach to compliance.
Continuous Improvement:
Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the organization by collaborating with various departments. Support CAPA and Root Cause Analysis, Drive KPI-based improvements, Facilitate cross-functional improvement projects and Support Lean and Operational Excellence initiatives.
Risk Management:
Identify and mitigate compliance risks.
Customer Inquiries:
Facilitate customer surveys.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None Travel:
<5% of travel (training sessions, conferences, etc.)
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality or related field. 7-10 years in Quality Systems/Compliance. Leadership experience. Expert knowledge of
IATF 16949, ISO
9001 and Automotive Core Tools. Experience with CAQ/Q-Studio or equivalent. Internal Auditing Qualification preferred Must have strong written and oral communication skills Strong business acumen and a good understanding of technical complexities Strong customer facing skills - building relationships, handling negotiations and selling preferred Considerable experience working with product technology, processes or market Proven ability to deliver results Critical thinking and decision making
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
Managing and measuring work Excellent analytical skills with an attention to detail Ability to collaborate with a multi-department team Ability to work in a high-paced environment with limited direction and a high level of responsibility Strong time management skills Willingness to accept change, learn, and work with existing/new technology in a team environment Energetic, enthusiastic, and motivational disposition
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance