Objective of the Position: Support Production, Quality, and Engineering by providing resources and reducing scrap, rework, and defects internally.The position incumbent ensures:Act as the Customer advocate, working with customer locations to understand product usage, identify assembly issues, and drive resolution.Reduce and prevent defects from reaching customers, following AIAG and TS 16949 guidelines.Train associates, engineers, and management in core quality tools including the 8 Quality Basics.Audit plant floor and weld cells for issues and risks of defects.Review Work Instructions and collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering to update them to include in-process inspections, 1st off checks, and end-of-line inspections.Review gauge instructions for accuracy and perform Gauge R&R studies.Track, document, and analyze customer issues and returns.Participate in Plant Level Program Management initiatives and ensure APQP deliverables are completed on time.Support the Metrology Lab by conducting CMM programming and layout.Identify root causes and implement corrective actions for defects (QPS & 8D).Create and update gauge instructions; train Gage Control personnel as needed.Coach and mentor team members in problem-solving activities.Schedule and ensure proper layouts (CMM) for parts for PPAP, customer, and supplier; review and update as needed.Coordinate product certification via PPAP with the customer.The position incumbent ensures:Conduct all business activities for Eberspaecher within legal requirements.Support and comply with all local and corporate HSE policies and procedures.Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness in quality-related tasks, following TS16949 and ISO 14001 policies; seek continuous improvement.Perform other duties as assigned.Requirement Profile:Professional Background / Basic Qualification / Work Experience:Bachelor's degree in Quality or a related field.Minimum 3-5 years of automotive manufacturing experience.Experience in GD&T, CMM programming, Tier 1 automotive product launch, supplier quality, manufacturing engineering, supervisory roles, and gage control.Program management and quality assurance knowledge.Ability to travel domestically.Training in PPAP, APQP, GD&T, blueprint reading, SPC, and TS16949/internal audits.Proficiency in Microsoft Office.Technical Expertise:Data analysis and report preparation skills.Mathematical skills including calculations and percentages.Ability to read instructions, memos, and write simple correspondence.Analytical skills to synthesize complex information and design workflows.Business acumen regarding decision impacts.Knowledge of product manufacturability improvements, engineering fundamentals, and automotive systems.Project management skills to develop plans, coordinate, communicate, and complete projects on time.Continuous learning attitude to improve expertise and skills. #J-18808-Ljbffr