Nonconforming Material Coordinator

Nortek; Oklahoma City (OK); Presencial; USD 55.000 - 85.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Nortek is seeking a Nonconforming Material Coordinator to manage the MRB process, control nonconforming materials, and coordinate dispositions across receiving, manufacturing, testing, and final inspection. This role partners with Quality, Engineering, Production, and Supply Chain to prevent recurrence and reduce scrap costs.

The candidate will track NCRs, document dispositions, and support corrective actions, audits, and continuous improvement efforts within the quality management system.

Formación

• Strong understanding of manufacturing quality systems.
• Knowledge of nonconformance control and corrective action processes.
• Experience with root cause analysis methodologies (5 Why, Fishbone Diagram, Corrective Action Plans).
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Excellent cross-functional communication abilities.
• Experience with ERP, MRP, and quality management systems.

Responsabilidades

• Administer the nonconforming material process and NCR tracking.
• Coordinate MRB meetings and disposition activities with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain.
• Document and execute dispositions: Rework, Repair, Return to Vendor, Scrap, Use-As-Is.
• Support CAPA and corrective action effectiveness and monitor trends.

Conocimientos

Quality systems

Nonconformance control

Root cause analysis

Engineering drawings

Cross-functional communication

ERP/MRP

Quality management systems

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

The Nonconforming Material Coordinator is responsible for managing the company's Material Review Board (MRB) process and ensuring effective control, documentation, disposition, and resolution of nonconforming materials. This role serves as the central coordinator for product, component, and process nonconformances identified throughout receiving, manufacturing, testing, and final inspection operations.The position works closely with Quality, Engineering, Production, Supply Chain, and Operations leadership to prevent recurrence, reduce scrap costs, improve product quality, and maintain compliance with quality management system requirements.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesNonconforming Material ManagementAdminister the company's nonconforming material process.Review, document, and track all nonconformance reports (NCRs).Ensure nonconforming material is properly identified, contained, and segregated.Maintain physical and system control of MRB inventory.MRB CoordinationCoordinate Material Review Board meetings and disposition activities.Facilitate review of defects with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain teams.Process and document approved dispositions including:ReworkRepairReturn to VendorScrapUse-As-IsEnsure disposition decisions are documented and executed appropriately.Corrective Action SupportSupport root cause investigations and corrective action implementation.Monitor corrective action completion and effectiveness.Track trends related to recurring defects and quality escapes.Assist with CAPA and continuous improvement activities.Metrics and ReportingMaintain MRB metrics and reporting dashboards.Monitor aging nonconformance reports and open dispositions.Analyze trends related to scrap, rework, and supplier quality issues.Generate periodic reports for management review.Compliance and AuditsEnsure compliance with company procedures and quality standards.Support internal and external audits.Maintain records required by quality management systems and customer requirements.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesStrong understanding of manufacturing quality systems.Knowledge of nonconformance control and corrective action processes.Experience with root cause analysis methodologies including:5 WhyFishbone DiagramCorrective Action PlansAbility to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Excellent cross-functional communication abilities.Experience with ERP, MRP, and quality management systems.Education and ExperienceRequiredHigh school diploma or equivalent.3+ years of experience in quality, manufacturing, engineering support, or operations.Physical RequirementsAbility to move throughout manufacturing and warehouse environments.Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.Occasional handling and movement of nonconforming materials and components.