Job Details

Responsible for leading APQP efforts for new product development programs and current production programs as assigned and collaborating closely with Customer and Supplier Quality contacts, together with Kendrick Production and Process Teams to understand and meet requirements. Serves as a core team member of Product Launch and Production teams. Resident authority of Customer’s Requirements and Expectations and Kendrick’s Launch, Manufacturing, Reporting Systems, and Documentation expectations.  

1. Manage all Customer Specific Advanced Quality Planning requirements, utilizing all applicable Customer and internal-specific systems throughout the launch.  Must be a Customer Requirements expert and ensure all are met. 
2. Work with the SDT/Launch team to ensure that all Launch deliverables are completed on time and critical issues are identified and resolved on time. 
3. Leverage resources, best practices, and experience to ensure that quality and?business objectives are achieved in new product development.  Leads PPHR (Past Problem History / Lessons Learned) activity throughout the launch and into production. 
4. Apply hands-on, new product launch, and engineering change activities at manufacturing and process locations. 
5. Coordinate PPAP and specific customer submission packages for approval. 
6. Lead APQP and PPAP activities for both internal and external suppliers; including DFMEA, PFMEA, and Control Plans, and track Supplier PPAP readiness and approval of same. 
7. Perform Quality Systems and Process Audits when required (i.e. Supplier PSO of Key/Critical Suppliers).