Job Purpose
Responsible for lineside Quality Assurance. Their team consists of production staff quality [PSQ] and quality check route [QCR] associates for their line. Supervision and development of these associates. Also responsible for customer plant quality problem analysis including prompt investigation using a methodical approach to develop countermeasures with speed and sound decision making. Pro-active quality improvement assignments will also be a key focal point for this position. Develop, implement, oversee and communicate countermeasure activity for quality issues impacting our customers. Leading, product analysis & decision making, communicating, negotiating & encouraging action across their Engine and Sub-assembly line are key functions of this position. The ability to interact with all levels of management throughout Business Unit is also a requirement.
Responsible for lineside Quality Assurance. Their team consists of production staff quality [PSQ] and quality check route [QCR] associates for their line. Supervision and development of these associates. Also responsible for customer plant quality problem analysis including prompt investigation using a methodical approach to develop countermeasures with speed and sound decision making. Pro-active quality improvement assignments will also be a key focal point for this position. Develop, implement, oversee and communicate countermeasure activity for quality issues impacting our customers. Leading, product analysis & decision making, communicating, negotiating & encouraging action across their Engine and Sub-assembly line are key functions of this position. The ability to interact with all levels of management throughout Business Unit is also a requirement.
Key Accountabilities
- Responsible for proposing lineside quality decisions related to non-conforming product through problem analysis. Understand customer conditions and the impact related to the decisions they are making. The impact of their decisions will directly affect the quality of our customer plants and/or our final customers.
- Propose countermeasure plan for customer plant & engine pull defects.
- Train and develop production staff quality to feedback to quality check route trouble related to supplied parts.
- In the event of a quality issue, Responsible to make decisions on quality containment and identify first good parts.
- Develop improvement ideas on difficult processes to prevent further outflow of defects.
- Responsible to close quality issues through the analysis steps, data collection, summarization and presentation of results.
- As quality issues arise, evaluate the situation, determine prioritization such as urgent, high risk, and develop special projects as needed.
- Proactive business plan project execution, focused on quality improvement activity to achieve and improve KPI’s.
- Develop and report quality improvement activity at monthly, quarterly and year-end progress report timings.
- Leading and developing the production staff quality and quality check route positions.
- Attend the daily communication meeting for your line, set prioritization of activities, and communicate at the Quality Group morning meetings.
- Evaluate database tracking & spreadsheet information to ensure data is up to date.
Qualifications, Experience, & Skills
- Bachelors or Associates Degree in a related field; or equivalent relevant job experience.
- 0-6 years of experience based on education.
- Experience in Plan Do Check Act, problem analysis and countermeasure development.
- Understanding of Honda quality systems and flow.
Decisions Expected
- The proper handling of repair projects, containment, and dispositions as quality problems occur.
- Countermeasure development and application to be applied for quality concerns.
- Product conformation based on data analysis.
Working Conditions
- 70% Manufacturing Environment.
- 30% Office Environment.
- 5-10 Hours OT per week.
- Able to work off shifts, adjusted shifts, shutdowns, and weekends.
- Able to travel short/long periods both internationally and locally for quality observations and investigations
What differentiates Honda and make us an employer of choice?
Total Rewards:
- Competitive Base Salary (pay will be based on several variables that include, but not limited to geographic location, work experience, etc.)
- Paid Overtime
- Regional Bonus (when applicable)
- Industry-leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)
- Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, shutdown
- Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- 401K Plan with company match + additional contribution
- Relocation assistance (if eligible)
Career Growth:
- Advancement Opportunities
- Career Mobility
- Education Reimbursement for Continued Learning
- Training and Development programs
Additional Offerings:
- Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Repayment
- Lifestyle Account
- Childcare Reimbursement Account
- Elder Care Support
- Wellbeing Program
- Community Service and Engagement Programs
- Product Programs
- Free Drinks Onsite
Honda is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.