Cross-functional Engineering & Quality lead position within Circular Economy is responsible for working and interacting with peer teams within Stellantis and service suppliers. Individual is required to have High Voltage Battery, Warehousing & Supplier Quality and Engineering experience. Candidate is responsible to work with Engineering, Suppliers, Packaging Operations and Warehouse cross-functional teams to collaborate on quality improvement projects and driving change within Mopar & Circular Economy enablers, with focus on:
Product quality engineering improvement at Design and Process levels
Process Audits
Warehouse Quality
Supplier Throughput Improvement Actions
Implementing Product Engineering Design Quality Improvement Actions
The responsibilities of the Cross-functional Engineering & Quality lead position will include at a minimum the following:
Assist with developing and enhancing quality management systems, focusing on customer satisfaction, business process standardization, reliability and effectiveness
Lead and participate in cross-functional teams to improve quality of service parts and Mopar processes
Plan, audit, and verify corrective actions to ensure compliance with technical requirements of the product and process according to a standard
Ensure correct application of process methods and specifications within packaging & Depot areas
Recommend and validate rework procedures
Develop inspection procedures and best practices for performing inspection per FCA standards
Recommend, implement, and verify cost-effective, permanent corrective actions
Lead & Work with Design Release Engineers on Product improvement actions
Recommend and implement cost savings initiatives as applicable
Review parts returned from dealerships & field PDC's
Process non-conformance tickets (NCT) and issue Quality Control Messages (QCM)
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
7+ years of experience in high paced Manufacturing, Quality & Product Development environments
High Voltage Battery environment experience
Proven track record in supplier issue root cause, process improvements & cost recoveries
The candidate must have successfully demonstrated the application of the theory, approaches and tools within the operating system at the right step with the right level of rigor
Demonstrated issue resolution meetings with stakeholders and escalate priority concerns
Identification of critical processes and develop solutions
Demonstrated experience in the application of problem-solving tool
Coordinate and lead workshops to resolve major issues
Lead issue resolution meetings with stakeholders and escalate priority concerns
Knowledgeable in Teamcenter
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment
Preferred Qualifications:
Highly motivated self-starter and change agent
Ability to work and communicate well with all types of people (shop floor to plant manager) to assist, coach, and mentor projects for the proper transfer of knowledge leading to project closure
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment
Must be energetic, motivated and self-directed
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities with conflicting deadlines
Demonstrated ability to work on cross-functional teams
Ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization
Excellent analytic and teamwork skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Knowledgeable in Teamcenter And understanding of PPAP/APQP metrics a plus
Lead Auditor IATF 16949 & VDA 6.3 Process Auditor expertise a plus
An understanding of PPAP/APQP metrics a plus
Salaried Employee Benefits (US, Non-Represented)
Health & Wellbeing
Comprehensive coverages encompassing the Physical, Mental, Emotional, and overall Wellbeing of our employees, including short- and long-term disability.
Compensation, Savings, and Retirement
Annual Incentive Plan (SAIP), 401k with Employer Match & Contribution (max 8%), SoFi Student Loan Refinancing.
Time Away from Work
Paid time includes company holidays, vacation, and Float/Wellbeing Days.
Family Benefits
12 Weeks paid Parental Leave, Domestic Partner Benefits, Family Building Benefit, Marketplace, Life/Disability and other Insurances.
Professional Growth
Annual training, tuition reimbursement and discounts, Business Resource & Intra-professional Groups.
Company Car & More
Comprehensive Company Car Program and Vehicle Discounts. Vehicle discounts include family and friends.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled.
