Supervisor, Quality

Supervisor, Quality

The Quality Supervisor position is responsible for coordinating the day-to-day activities of a team of Quality Operators who check, test, and inspect raw materials, goods in process and finished products. In addition, monitor the performance of equipment and processes; identify, troubleshoot and resolve scheduling problems in order to maintain efficient operations.

Powering Vehicles, Motion, Work, and Lives since 1966.

Performance Expectations

· Monthly H&S talks and audits.

· Direct supervision of the quality inspectors and Gauge Technicians in the facility.

· Develops, justifies and implements QA process improvements.

· Compiles and analyzes test information to establish operating efficiency of process or equipment and to diagnose malfunctions.

· Responsible for gauging MSA, calibrations, procurement and repair.

· Tests and analyzes sample products, and provide feedback and recommendations based on results.

· Review priorities and diverse skills of workers to ensure job tasks are assigned to appropriate workers.

· Investigates complaints on existing products and coordinate with Quality Engineers in response to customer.

· Establishes work procedures, prioritizes testing activities, and schedules quality personnel that may include outside inspection services.

· Provides leadership, mentoring and supervision of Quality personnel.

· Develops and recommends test procedures for products, raw materials and maintains test equipment.

· Evaluate employees through performance reviews, ongoing coaching and feedback methods. Maintain training matrix for inspection personnel.

· Continuously improve performance based on the key performance indicators. Focus on the reduction of COPQ and scrap.

· Analyzes and resolves, or assists workers in solving work problems.

· Oversee the efficient implementation of quality standards, programs and processes to improve operational efficiencies and reduce production waste.

· Supports TS internal audit system and participates in LPA.

· Participates in other facility teams and programs as needed.

· Directs and advises personnel in special testing.

· Maintains a thorough knowledge of new developments, technology and processes.

· Guide employees and less experienced workers to perform inspection tasks.

· Ability to develop work schedules for quality personnel.

· Develop and monitor detailed test plans, gauge plans, quality procedures and inspection requirements.

· Assume a wide variety of roles to coordinate job tasks with junior workers, co-workers and subcontractors.

Credentials

· High School Diploma or equivalent general education.

· ASQ Certification and or certificate in QA Program an asset.

· Minimum five years experience in a quality or manufacturing environment.

· Functional knowledge of SPC, ISO9001, TS16949, ISO14001.

· CMM Programming experience.

· Ability to operate and troubleshoot machines and equipment.

· Ability to use basic computer applications and software such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

· Ability to interpret blueprints and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.

· Knowledge and experience in gauging methods, gauge selection, calibration, and MSA.

· Able to understand testing and inspection requirements.

Desired Characteristics

· Possess good communication skills to provide technical and process direction to Quality and Production personnel.

· Ability to work independently to provide professional guidance and oversight to inspection tasks and projects.

· Participate in continuously learning initiatives to keep up with new technologies, new products, new information and regulatory changes within industry.

What Linamar Has To Offer

· Opportunities for career advancement.

· Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.

· Social committees and sports teams.

· Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

About Us

Linamar Corporation is a Canadian diversified global manufacturing company of highly engineered products across global industries & markets. From the entrepreneurial seeds planted by our dynamic founder, to the support provided along the way, all Linamar employees are poised for success in this fast-paced and rapidly growing environment. With access to the tools you need to succeed, you will make an impact along with other motivated and engaged people.

Linamar is committed to promoting accessible recruitment as outlined in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Linamar will attempt to accommodate persons with a disability in an appropriate and effective manner throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Accommodations will be provided upon request.

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