Plant Quality Manager

at  Dana Incorporated

Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving three primary markets – passenger vehicle, commercial truck, and off-highway equipment – Dana provides the world’s original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.

POSITION SUMMARY

We’re looking for a Plant Quality Manager in Crescentino (VC) Location. In this role the candidate will be responsible to lead quality department activities, manage the quality management system, implement continuous improvements projects, ensure Customer satisfaction and mentor the quality team.
Plant Quality Manager reports directly to the plant manager and will be a member of the plant leadership team. In addition to this solid report, the candidate will report functionally to the EU Operational Quality.

JOB POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Education: University bachelor degree - Bachelor Degree in Engineering

HARD SKILLS

Essential:

• Strong knowledge in AIAG core tools: FMEA / PPAP / APQP / MSA / SPC.
• Detailed knowledge of ISO 9001 & IATF16949.
• Knowledge of problem solving tools & methods (8D reports, 5 Why,…).
• Proficient in GD&T.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing.
• Thorough understanding of process engineering principles.
• Product launch experience.
• Computer proficiency in MS Office, ERP (SAP preferred), PLM & CompliantPro.
• High proficiency in understanding math data, interpretation and part measurement.
• Effective communication and high proficiency in reporting.
• Ability to work overtime and travel as required (~ 10%).
• English proficiency required (B2/C1, written and spoken both).

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Considered as a plus:

• IATF 16949 1st & 2nd Party Auditor Qualification.
• VDA 6.3 Process Auditor Qualification.
• RedX Certified.

SOFT SKILLS

• Ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines.
• Ability to influence, escalate issues and ideas, and persuade team and positively manage conflict and solving problems.
• Proven leadership abilities.
• Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated people management.
• Abilities and ability to work in a team environment.
• Business acumen.
• Self-starter and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
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• Lead all relevant quality and cross-functional activities, with particular emphasis on the process gaps might lead to Customer claims & disruptions.
• Monitor and drive plant quality activities, Customers and Suppliers (external and internal) quality (DOA – Defect on Arrival), Customer relationships, proactive continuous improvement activities, technical problem-solving leadership and activities (8D reports or similar formats), corrective action activities, plant support activities.
• Support Product Service Support team to contain, investigate and apply corrective actions for Customer field issues (DOF – Defect on Field).
• Represent the Voice of the Customer by cross-functional coordinating plant departments (industrial and product engineering, manufacturing, purchasing & sales) aiming to ensure the ultimate Customer satisfaction.

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• Maintain and improve plant quality management systems consistent with Customer (CSR) and IATF 16949 requirements, inclusive of a robust Management Review and auditing processes (system, process, product and layered process audits).
• Prepare, manage and control the department budget aiming to meet and exceed plant goals and objectives.
• Track, maintain and report out relevant quality KPI’s (External PPM report, Quality Issues, Customer Scorecard, Scrap, etc.).
• Participate and support continuous improvement activities and projects (DOS, Kaizen, Lean, Six Sigma, Red X, Black Belt, and ITS programs).
• Be part of the Advanced Product Quality Planning process in order to ensure safe launch of new projects, including PPAP activities.
• Maintain and improve the implementation of the automotive core tools, with particular emphasis on SPC.