Manager, Ppap and Project Quality

**LOCATION**:Acuna / Coahuila (MX-COA), Mexico |**BRAND**: Bendix |**REQUISITION ID**:3958 |** JOB GRADE**: 17**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.- Drive the development of Quality processes and tools to facilitate the daily activities of the QEs.- Develop team based on a career ladder- Responsible for managing and directing the activities involved in the Quality Assurance Manual & overall procedures employed in production/manufacturing processes.**Essential Functions**:- 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.**Management & Supervisory Responsibilities**:- Project Quality Engineers report to this position.- Customer PPAP Coordinator 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**:- Business oriented.- Strategic Thinking.- Proactive thinking.- Organizational and prioritization skills.- Able to interact with different levels of the organization (Plant and Corporate)- Team Player.- 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