Quality Administrator

Linamar Corporation; Michigan; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Employee Benefits package (medical, Rx

401k Program

Career advancement opportunities

Community-based outreach

Auto supplier discounts

Job summary

Linamar Corporation, a Michgan-based manufacturing company, seeks a Quality Administrator to maintain and improve the IATF 16949 Quality Documentation System under the Sr. Quality Engineer.

The role focuses on document control, master list maintenance, Plex ERP system management, and coordinating approvals while supporting the Quality Manager and internal audits. Strong MS Office skills and communication are essential for success in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must have strong organizational skills and accuracy.
• Experience with IATF 16949 is preferred.
• Familiarity with Plex ERP and MS Office.
• Ability to work with vendors and customers.
• Maintain documentation and records with retention in mind.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the Master Document List.
• Organize Quality Documentation Directories and PLEX Document Control System.
• Oversee updating of Quality System Documents (formatting, editing).
• Facilitate approvals for new documents and changes.
• Create and distribute Quality-related production signs.
• Act as the primary administrative contact for the Quality Department.
• Manage records retention: hardcopies and scanned records; determine retention periods.
• Support the Quality Manager and lead IATF 16949 internal audits.
• Assist with training records, shipment certifications, returns, data reports, and new hire orientation.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Problem solving

Reading & interpretation

Learn new software

Data reporting & graphs

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree preferred

Tools

PLEX ERP

Job description

Reporting to the Sr. Quality Engineer, the Quality Administrator is primarily responsible for maintaining and improving the IATF 16949 Quality Documentation System.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the Master Document List.
• Organize Quality Documentation Directories and PLEX Document Control System.
• Oversee the updating of Quality System Documents, including, but not limited to: formatting and editing of documents (forms, work instructions, etc.).
• Facilitate the approval process for new documents and document changes.
• Create and distribute various Quality-related production signs.
• Act as the primary administrative contact for the Quality Department.
• Implement a system for control of records: manage hardcopies and scanned records of production documents; determine appropriate retention periods for documents and records; supervise storage and disposal activities.
• Support the Quality Manager and lead IATF 16949 internal audits.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including: managing training records and training documentation; creating and maintaining shipment certifications; assisting with customer/supplier returns; updating and maintaining data reports (returns, scrap, etc.); participating in new hire orientation by providing an overview of the Quality Management System (QMS); providing support for Plex; fulfilling all other duties as assigned.

Academic/Educational Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school preferred; or 3 years’ experience in an equivalent position.

Required Skills/Experience

• Working knowledge and understanding of Plex ERP system preferred.
• Knowledge and understanding of IATF 16949 preferred.
• Knowledge and understanding of Low Pressure Permanent and Semi-Permanent Aluminum Casting, X-ray, Heat Treatment, FPI, etc. a plus.
• Strong understanding and working knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with people at all levels of the organization as well as with vendors and customers.
• Read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to learn/use other software including customer/vendor websites.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to create and interpret graphs.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to drug, dental & vision, etc.
• 401k Program
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Sustainability Counsel
• Community-based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

Linamar Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity in the workplace without regard to any basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Linamar Corporation encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will reasonably accommodate applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process upon request.