New Model Quality Project Leader

Confidential; Timmonsville (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime

Regional bonus

Benefits package

Paid time off

Disability insurance

401k with match

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Confidential is seeking a New Model Quality Project Leader I to develop and implement quality strategies for SCM-produced new models. You will lead quality activities, coordinate SAPs, guide design-change processes with R&D, and drive cross-functional problem solving to meet project goals.

The role requires an Associate degree or equivalent, 1–3 years of project leadership, 5+ years experience preferred, and strong communication and interpersonal skills. Travel 12–24 times per year is expected.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent in related field.
• 5+ years of related work experience may be substituted.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality activities to develop goals and targets and support quality improvement initiatives.
• Provide direction for SAPs to achieve project goals and ensure consistency with SAP activity.
• Ensure maturation of product specifications and coordinate design changes with R&D.
• Lead quality project problem solving and countermeasures balancing QCD.
• Confirm quality readiness for new model launches and coordinate readiness checks.

Skills

Project leadership

Quality management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership influence

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Purpose

The New Model Quality Project Leader I is responsible for the development and implementation of quality strategies, to meet the new model (product) goals for SXS Products produced at SCM. Provides direct project leadership to the SCM quality related departments.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead the quality related activities to include the development of quality goals and targets and support the creation and development / implementation of additional quality improvement initiatives (Q-themes) of their assigned projects.
• Provide direction and support of quality planning activities to include the creation and maintenance of Specified Action Plans (SAP) to achieve project goals and targets as well as evaluating quality departmental SAP’s to ensure completeness and consistency with the overall new model project SAP activity.
• Ensure the timely maturation of the product specification for the new model project to include provide the quality voice and vision in the planning and execution of the project from a companywide viewpoint (DEB), direct the application of Specification Notices and Manufacturing Instructions to trial build events and coordinate advanced design change application activity with R&D.
• Lead Quality division new model project problem solving and countermeasure activity while balancing development QCD. Apply situational leadership principles to navigate diverse viewpoints, unique quality challenges, and business constraints.
• Confirm the quality readiness of project preparations for the new model launch to include providing direction to the departments as needed to ensure smooth project completion and new model launch, coordination of quality department readiness reporting and the participation in SCM plant wide department project readiness checks as needed.

Qualifications, Experience, and Skills

Minimum Educational Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent in related field
• 5+ years of related work experience may be substituted.

Minimum Experience

• Must have 1-3 years project leadership experience.

Other Job-Specific Skills

• Experience in PSP manufacturing quality, and / or quality division functions
• Understanding of Q-side New Model Roles and Responsibilities
• Understanding of SEDB (Sales, Manufacturing, R&D, Purchasing) functions
• Understanding of New Model development characteristics (timelines, schedules, etc.)
• Excellent multi-tasking, prioritizing, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to positively influence & motivate team members.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Microsoft Office Tools (Word, Excel, and Power Point).

Please Note: Sponsorship for employment visa status for these positions is unavailable. Applicants requiring sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future (e.g., F-1 CPT/OPT, H-1B, TN, etc.) will not be considered.

Working Conditions

Travel

Average of 12~24 times per year, depending on project demands.

Physical

Primarily desk work, frequent keyboarding.

Hazards

n/a

Overtime

Overtime expected based on project demands/responsibilities.

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

Education Reimbursement for Continued Learning

Training and Development programs

Training and Development programs

Additional Offerings

• Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Repayment
• Lifestyle AccountChildcare Reimbursement AccountElder Care SupportWellbeing ProgramCommunity Service and Engagement ProgramsProduct Programs

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.