Ppap and Quality Project Lead

**LOCATION**:Acuna / Coahuila (MX-COA), Mexico |
**BRAND**: Bendix |
**REQUISITION ID**:3355 |
** JOB GRADE**: 16

**JOB DESCRIPTION**:
**Position Summary**:

- Responsible for supporting the assigned product launches at Plant level.
- Lead Plant APQP activities on product launches and significant product changes.
- Lead Safe Launch tracking and reporting for assigned product launches.
- Main contact with Customer for Product & Process Changes implementation.
- Support, as assigned, breakthrough Quality initiatives and participate on other special projects. Assist all functional areas and Acuna Plants with Advanced Quality Planning, problem resolution, prevention and mistake proofing.
- Responsible for managing and directing the activities involved in the Quality Assurance Manual & overall procedures employed in production/manufacturing processes.

**Essential Functions**:

- Manage daily operation quality issues & related activities.
- Maintain PPAP and Project Quality documentation on CR’s and Scorecards.
- Control Plant Continues Improvement initiatives.
- Monitor completion of Customer PPAP and Bendix IPA.
- Lead process and product audits (VDA, ISO, QFMA, Customer, Etc.) as required.
- For complex non-routine issues, provide leadership in developing and implementing corrective actions.
- Lead Customer visits for projects implementation.
- Lead shop floor implementation team and insure all PDC launch activities are completed.
- Work with PDC teams to ensure timely completion of APQP activities.
- Support PSA Activities and procedures with team members
- Perform all those activities that by the nature of the position are required.

**Management & Supervisory Responsibilities**:

- Project Quality Engineer report to this position.
- Co-ops or students may report to this position.
- Reports to Quality Assurance Manager.

**Knowledge**:

- Working knowledge of IATF 16949 and ISO9001, and Advanced Product Quality Planning.
- Measurement System Analysis (MSA) and SPC knowledge.
- Strong Working Knowledge with Design/Process Failure Modes Effects Analysis(D/PFMEA), control plans, Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), statistical process control.
- Knowledge of statistical and six-sigma methodologies.
- Knowledge of Customer requirements for Trucks OEM (Paccar, Navistar, Volvo, DTNA, etc.), desired.

**Experience**:

- Minimum 5 years of quality or Manufacturing experience in the automotive/truck industry with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or Tier 1 supplier is required.
- Minimum 5 years of New project launch experience with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or Tier 1 supplier is required.

**Skills**:

- Solid experience in a technical field such as Quality Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering.
- High level of energy, enthusiasm and optimism, as well as a sense of urgency and passion for excellence.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Project planning and follow-up skills essential.
- Ability to build strong customer relationships.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access).
- Ability to lead and motivate multi-faceted teams, with the personal leadership to influence and positively motivate self and peers. Ability to manage multiple priorities and execute with speed.

**Education/Certifications**:

- BS/BSET degree required in Manufacturing, Industrial or Mechanical Engineering.
- Working knowledge of Automotive/Trucking Industry Quality requirements and standards a plus.
- Must be fluent in English & Spanish.
- Six Sigma Black or Green Belt certified a plus.

**What does Bendix have to offer you?**
- Work-life balance that includes Paid Vacation & Holiday Paid Time Off
- Vacation Premium
- Major medical expenses
- Christmas Bonus
- Life insurance
- Educational assistance program
- Wellness program
- Saving Fund
- Pantry Vouchers
- Personal Days Paid
- Permits paid for: Marriage or Death of a direct relative
- Attendance Bonuses
- Cafeteria Subsidy
- Subsidy for prescription glasses
- Medical service in plant
- Recognition Programs
- Gym