Corporate Quality Manager, North America

About us

 

We see a future where everyone can live and move without limitations. That’s why we are developing technologies, systems and concepts that make vehicles safer and cleaner, while serving our communities, the planet and, above all, people.

 

Forward. For all.

 

Group Summary

 

The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets.

Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world.

 

About the Role

This position’s responsibility is to improve the Quality Systems at the Magna Exteriors divisions through a culture of teamwork, continuous improvement, coaching, mentoring, sharing of best practices and auditing. This is done in partnership with the Exteriors Operational Leadership, OPEX, Divisional GMs and their staff. The intent of this role is to add value for the divisions based on divisional and corporate business needs.

Your Responsibilities

• Drive quality improvement and challenge the status quo.
• Enhance global standards to achieve improvement goals and world class results
• Co-responsible for systems deployment and compliance (MQS, IATF, VDA etc.) throughout all product groups and remote support sites.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve technical issues and share best practices.
• Understand the customer business (new programs, product transitions trends) to ensure customer satisfaction and improve quality metrics.
• Coach and mentor plants to achieve quality improvement objectives; support divisions in completion of Process Flow, Control Plan, PFMEA, Capability Studies, layouts, IMDS, Run at Rate and PPAP.

Who we are looking for

•  Bachelor’s degree or adequate work experience in Mold/Paint/Assy in Exteriors required, Certified Auditor preferred (VDA, IATF, etc). Minimum ten (10) years’ work experience required in Manufacturing/Quality/Engineering and/or PM environment. Ideal candidate will have significant regional and global Leadership experience in either a Program Management, Manufacturing or Quality Role.
• High level of knowledge of Quality Systems and norms (ISO, IATF, VDA, OEM Standards.) Engineering, Program Management. Must be able to lead, teach and coach in both corporate and manufacturing environments.
• Strong leader and Team player with effective written and verbal communication skills who acts as a change agent, challenging the status quo.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills; i.e., 5 Why Analysis, 8 Discipline Approach, Shainin, Six Sigma, etc with solid understanding of assembly and machining processes, Proficient in data collection, analysis and presentation.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally, approximately 50-75 % of the time.

Your preferred qualifications

Certified Auditor preferred (VDA, IATF, etc).

What we offer

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Site Benefits

•Flexible working hours and remote work for a good work-life balance

• Health programs, team events

• An extensive training program and exciting internal development opportunities

•Generous Paid time off bank with additional purchase options

•Café on site

• Parking for electric vehicles

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