YOUR MISSION:
Manages, plans, coordinates, and directs the overall Quality function to ensure production of quality products consistent with established standards.
A DAY IN THE LIFE:
Provide pro-active leadership in meeting customer deliverables within all aspects of Advance, Delivery and Warranty quality.
Oversee and support the utilization of core tools such as Agile, Paynter charts and 8D problem solving methodology to ensure all quality issues are understood and corrective actions implemented to prevent a reoccurrence.
Prepare and maintain updated KPI information that supports customer and internal meetings.
Ensure all Advanced Product Quality Process (APQP) documentation is tracked and submitted in compliance to customer deliverables.
Lead as a conduit for change relative to continuous improvement training and initiatives within the organization.
Interprets, enforces and complies with Company policies, procedures, and regulations.
Prepares reports, charts, graphs, and other statistical information.
Will initiate, recommend, or provide solutions through designated channels.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
MUST-HAVES:
Four-year college degree in business, management, operations, engineering, technology or quality related field required.
Seven (7) years previous experience in the "applicable" field.
Three (3) years successful experience at a manager level.
Six Sigma Black Belt preferred.
Brown/green belt required.
Must have good understanding of quality approaches.
Experience in the Engineering and testing of automotive electronics required.
Experience with Electronics Design processes.
Knowledgeable on SDLC - V-Model for SW development.
Experience or relevant knowledge in Electronic Manufacturing Industry (SMT/SMD and Assembly)
Experience in Advanced electronics technology development.
Experience in Software development and validation methods.
Experience in Quality Systems related to product development.
Experience and knowledge to mentor and lead best practices globally.
Knowledge and experience of OEM Customer Environmental test requirements.
Analytical capability to simplify large amounts of data to identify issues quickly and clearly.
Proficiency with the computer applications appropriate to the position and assignment.
BENEFITS & PERKS - WE'RE ALL ABOUT YOU:
Great Medical / Dental Benefits
Company-Matched 401K Retirement Savings
Annual Bonus Program
Educational Assistance & Reimbursement Program
Relaxed Dress Code
Onsite Recreation Center & Café
PASATalks Speaker Summits
Leadership & Mentorship Programs
High5 Reward Recognition Program
Onsite Happy Hours!
And many more benefits & perks found within the 'Our Culture' section...
WHO WE ARE:
At Panasonic, our technology and engineering expertise delivers innovation across diverse industries. It's all about the consumer experience and making sure that we find ways to enhance that experience, either through audio enhancements or through safety enhancements inside the vehicle.
Panasonic Automotive Systems Company of America (PASA) is an industry-leading global supplier to Automotive Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM's) for infotainment systems and advanced connected car solutions. Our clients include Ford, GM, Chrysler, Daimler, Fiat, Tesla, Honda, Toyota, Nissan and many others. In serving our customers, we don't just strive to put tomorrow's technology on the road - we pride ourselves on recruiting the brightest and best to do it.
WE TAKE OPPORTUNITY SERIOUSLY:
Panasonic is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Automotive Systems of America.