Quality Assurance Team Leader - 2nd Shift

Fukai-Toyotetsu-Indiana-Corporation---Ftic; Jamestown (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Fukai-Toyotetsu-Indiana-Corporation—Ftic seeks a Quality Assurance professional to support manufacturing quality systems and lead data-driven improvements. You will review schedules, train staff, and ensure policies are followed to meet customer expectations.

The role emphasizes problem solving, lean manufacturing knowledge, and cross-functional collaboration with production and maintenance in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• Strong problem-solving and data review abilities.
• Knowledge of Lean, 5S, Six Sigma, or Kaizen.
• Leadership and training skills for team development.

Responsibilities

• Review quality schedules to ensure products meet customer expectations.
• Plan and review quality systems and production priorities.
• Resolve issues to minimize costs and delays in manufacturing.
• Train team members on QA, safety, and production procedures.

Skills

Problem solving

Leadership

Communication

Team training

Lean Manufacturing

5S

Six Sigma

Kaizen

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Review quality schedules to ensure the manufacturing of product(s) meet customer expectations.Plan and review quality systems, establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing products.Resolve operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent delays.Assist in review of data obtained during quality assurance activities to ensure consistency with company policies and procedures.Assist in developing new approaches to solve problems identified during quality assurance activities.Assist in informing management team of significant issues or developments identified during quality assurance activities and actions being taken to improve the situation.Utilize the appropriate personnel based on skill sets.Evaluate, develop, and ensure appropriate training processes are completed with Team Members.Trains team members on production, quality and safety procedures associated with QA.Ensure quality requirements and procedures for the area are understood and met.Provide assistance to Team Members in solving problems/concerns that affect their performance. Evaluate the issue and consult with Group Leader and/or Human Resources as needed to determine the most effective solution.Other duties as assigned by the Quality Assurance Group Leader.Qualifications:High school diploma or G.E.D., or equivalent combination of education and experience.Technical Competencies:Good problem-solving skills.Proficient personal computer and system software skills. (Microsoft Office - Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Etc.)Technical knowledge in product design functions, and manufacturing inspection processes. (Ability to understand part drawings, Datums, Outlines, Surfaces)Basic knowledge and experience in Stamping & Welding processes a plus.Non-Technical Competencies:Leadership (team development, ability to influence).People development (assessment of others, feedback/coaching, delegation, motivating others, performance management, communicating expectations).Interpersonal skills (relationship building, teamwork, interpersonal thought, conflict resolution, customer orientation).Communication (verbal communication, listening, written communication, on-the-job training).Judgment and thinking (original thinking, judgment and decision-making, problem solving).Performance skills (accuracy with detail, planning and organizing, efficiency).Personal characteristics (motivation/commitment flexibility, assertiveness, development orientation, resilience, quality orientation).Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Six Sigma, or Kaizen-Continuous Improvement.Environment:May be exposed to both hot and cool conditions, with a moderate to high noise level.