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This is a role within Chamberlain Group's Quality and Compliance function. A successful incumbent is expected to (i) lead implementation of APQP practices within new product development teams; ensure execution of APQP methods and related deliverables, such as FMEA’s, product assurance planning, CTQ’s, and control plans, and (ii) work closely with marketing and new product development teams to identify CTQ attributes and then coach and guide teams with proper planning to achieve within the product and process design. Requires 5 years of experience in product Quality, and APQP methodologies and a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
Responsibilities
Lead implementation of APQP practices within New Product Development teams; ensure execution of APQP methods and related deliverables, such as FMEA’s, Product Assurance Planning, CTQ’s, and Control Plans
Work closely with Marketing and New Product Development teams to identify CTQ attributes and then coach and guide teams with proper planning to achieve within the product and process design
Drive early supplier involvement reviews with cross-functional teams to continuously improve product quality from suppliers, and assist with Supplier Risk Management, where needed
Assist with the Supplier Quality Assessment program; conduct studies and audits of supplier processes and products; analyze supplier capabilities and assist with developing supplier quality metrics
Provide technical support or training to other employees for items such as APQP methods, inbound inspections or reworks
Facilitate the implementation and maintenance of Chamberlain Group's Quality Management System for ISO 9001 by conducting or providing training for internal audits
Participate in development of DVP&R’s and associated Test Plans with Design and Test Engineering both internal and contract manufacturing; participate in design reviews
Work with Plant Quality to ensure Manufacturing Quality Plans are completed in the NPD process
Track design quality metrics for Product Development projects
Comply with health and safety guidelines and rules; managers should also ensure compliance across their teams.
Protect Chamberlain Group’s reputation by keeping information confidential.
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reading professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.
Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related results and participating on projects as needed.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
5 years of experience in product Quality, and APQP methodologies
APQP and FMEA methodologies
Six Sigma Green Belt
Understand & apply Block Diagrams, Interface Matrices, Parameter Diagrams, FMEA’s, DVP&R, 8Ds, & control plans
Ability to work in a matrix/cross-functional environment
Able to travel up to 15% - domestically and internationally
Preferred Qualifications
ASQ CQE or CQA Certification
Electromechanical and manufacturing operations experience; experience with global suppliers
Strong knowledge of Advanced Product Quality Planning process
Six Sigma Black belt preferred
Working Knowledge and Application of Lean Manufacturing, DFM, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Total Cost of Ownership, Outsourcing/Off-Shoring, Suppler Diversity & Sustainability/Regulatory compliance
Ability to implement Statistical Process Control
Ability to work in a matrix/cross-functional environment
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