Sr. AQP Manager

We are currently seeking a Sr. AQP Manager to direct the Advanced Product Quality program for the global design centers in our Transportation Solutions Business Unit. Also to produce a Product & Process Quality Plan which will support new development or modification of products that will satisfy Customers (Cost, Quality, Delivery) expectations.

What You Will Do

• This includes activities from the design and development stages, through Manufacturing Engineering, volume ramp, and Safe-Launch of new products and processes.
• Coordinate the activities of the AQP Engineering teams in order to meet the aggressive timelines demanded by the market and key customers, and to insure the external and internal customers' requirements are met or exceeded.
• Work with Product Development Teams (Design engineers, process / tooling engineers, project managers, product managers, and prototype / plant operators) to support sample submission, prototype, and initial launch parts delivery on time.
• Maintain program documentation as required in the support of Product PPAP.
• Act as Team Leader and participate in team activities as required for the successful execution of required action plans for the launch of assigned programs.
• Identify all action items requiring completion to successfully meet deadlines and assign follow-up responsibilities.
• Ability to hire promotable talent, Organize regular mtgs, Assure training needs of the team are regularly assessed and training plans developed.
• Participate in the training of production team members during start-up phases as required.
• Track and chart APQP Key Performance Indicators (KPI) as applicable to the NPI process.
• Understand, support and contribute to corporate global programs including Principled Based Management (PBM), Global Lean/Six Sigma (GLSS), Quality System (IATF-16949), International Standards Organization (ISO), and Environmental, and Health & Safety (EH&S) Management Systems.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

Who You Are

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or business
• 5 years of experience in a APQP Role in a design center or manufacturing operation
• 4 years in a supervisory or management role
• Knowledge of the necessary steps to insure the quality integrity of new products and process being launched in an electronics manufacturing environment
• Proven ability to foster a positive and optimistic work environment even in the face of disagreement and challenging priorities

What Puts You Ahead

• 3 years of experience in a connector or electronics production facility
• Master's degree
• 3 years in an IATF-16949 or VDA 6.3 registered organization
• Expert level knowledge of the necessary steps to insure the quality integrity of new products and process being launched in an electronics manufacturing environment
• Able to motivate a very busy team to their highest potential
• Has and promotes strong customer focus

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Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

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