We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and products that were only dreams become reality. All for dreams. Dreams challenge and the Nidec-Group will continue to meet the challenge. For the world's and people's tomorrows; the world's first, the world's best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society. Job Summary The Quality Management Systems Lead is responsible for leading, maintaining, and improving the organization's quality management system in compliance with
IATF 16949
2016, ISO 9001:2015 and
ISO14001
requirements. This role leads internal audit activities, supports external certification audits, manages quality system documentation, and works cross-functionally to drive corrective action and continuous improvement. The position requires strong knowledge of automotive quality systems, audit processes, electronic assembly processes, and IMDS requirements.
Job Description Position Requirements:
Maintain working knowledge of
IATF 16949
2016, ISO 9001:2015, ISO14001 and applicable customer specific requirements via 'hands on' leadership. Organize, coordinate, and support internal quality management system audits, process/product audits and follow-up to close-out audits.
Champion / Manage
/ Support / Schedule
ISO9001/IATF16949 / ISO14001
external certification audits, internal audits, and related follow-up activities.
Lead / Train
internal auditors to ensure audit readiness and competency.
Manage / Support
process audits in coordination with Operations and Audit teams. Determine compliance with applicable procedures, policies, standards, and customer requirements.
Develop / Maintain
audit plans, schedules, and follow-up audits. Analyze audit results, summarize findings, and present recommendations to management. Verify effectiveness of corrective actions and ensure audit nonconformances are properly addressed. Support teams with root cause analysis and corrective action development. Support departmental supervision in the development, implementation, and improvement of the quality management system. Supervise and maintain system documentation, ensuring accuracy, control, and compliance. Participate in and drive continuous improvement activities across organizational processes. Support use and maintenance of IMDS data and requirements, as applicable Support, promote, and perform in a manner consistent with continuous improvement goals and the values of Nidec Mobility which includes following the policies, procedures, and requirements of our Quality Management and
IS0 14001
Environmental Management Systems. Manage/Administer effective Compliant Pro QMS software as SME (subject matter expert) and support eQMS-related improvements Safety Committee participation utilizing Compliant Pro (in conjunction with the Facilities Manager as Chair). Develop, implement, and maintain quality policies, procedures, and systems in accordance with ISO, IATF, and other applicable standards. Manage QMS and EMS documentation, training materials, and adherence to documentation best practices, including customer satisfaction reporting. Maintain current knowledge of applicable government regulations and industry requirements. Monitor/Verify departmental performance against established quality metrics and objectives. Prepare and present regular quality performance reports to senior leadership. Serve as a resource for Quality Management System (QMS) and Environmental Management System (EMS) initiatives, inquiries, and process improvements across all departments. Professional/Technical Experience, Skills and Education Bachelor degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related technical field, required. Strong knowledge of Quality Management Systems (Compliant Pro is a plus) / Document Control , including
IATF 16949
2016 and
ISO 9001
2015, (ISO14001, a plus) with experience in the automotive industry, required. Lead Audit expertise, including internal audits, process/product audits, audit planning, audit execution, and support of external certification audits, required. Corrective action and root cause analysis skills, including verification of corrective action effectiveness and resolution of nonconformances, required. Knowledge of manufacturing/assembly processes, including surface mount soldering, with the ability to evaluate process compliance and quality risk, preferred. Ability to lead people, set expectations, coach team members, and follow through on commitments Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills, including the ability to train internal auditors, maintain system documentation, and support cross-functional continuous improvement, preferred. 3+ years' Quality Experience within manufacturing (electronics manufacturing a plus). Experience with Quality Core Tools - PPAPs, FMEA, SPC, Control Plan, Root Cause Analysis problem-solving, CAPA, nonconformities, complaints, document control, internal audits, or similar QMS processes High Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, Outlook. Ability to learn Proficiency with Compliant Pro application Knowledge of
ISO 14001 / IATF 16949, VDA
Standards (and IPC-A-610D, a plus) Limited knowledge of soldering, electronic components and PCB assembly is a plus. Sponsorship not provided Certifications
up to 10% Additional Job Details Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following website: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf Work Shift Schedule First Shift (United States of America) No Soliciting Nidec will not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to Nidec job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Nidec Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Nidec Talent Acquisition team.
