Quality Supervisor

Cooper Standard Automotive; Newburg (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooper Standard Automotive in Michigan is seeking a Quality Supervisor to help lead the Quality department by planning and coordinating quality programs to ensure continuous production meets established standards.

You will drive quality objectives, support metrics, address customer concerns, and implement corrective actions while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. This role requires leadership experience in manufacturing, strong analytical skills, and willingness to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Four year College or University Degree or equivalent.
• Prior leadership experience preferably in the automotive industry.
• Ability to solve complex problems and exercise judgement.
• Proven leadership, interpersonal and development skills.
• Willingness to travel as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Establishes quality objectives and drives process improvements.
• Monitors metrics and maintains quality reporting systems.
• Addresses customer concerns promptly and ensures awareness of issues.
• Implements corrective actions and ensures compliance with specifications.
• Oversees changes to systems and standards as per policy.
• Ensures calibration of measuring/testing equipment.
• Directs overtime to support production activities.
• Participates in training and supports continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Analytical thinking

Travel readiness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Four year College or University Degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Summary:

The Quality Supervisor assists in leading the Quality department by planning, developing and coordinating the quality programs and processes to insure continuous production of products are consistent with established quality and customer standards.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Establishes quality objectives to continuously improve the process that assures product quality
• Supports all key metrics regarding quality and assists in maintaining reporting systems
• Ensures all customer concerns are reacted to immediately, resolved and the manufacturing facility is aware of all concerns
• Ensures the execution of corrective actions and the ongoing compliance with customers’ specifications
• Ensures changes to the systems, specifications and standards are implemented as per policy and procedure
• Ensures verification/calibration of all measuring and testing equipment is performed as required
• Direct and allocate overtime hours as schedules require supporting all production activities
• Performs/assists in associate performance reviews and discussions
• Supports continuous improvement projects
• Participates in, and provides training as required

• Ensures Housekeeping and Health & Safety Standards are maintained
• Complies with policies and procedures pertaining to facility or divisional adopted standards such as IATF
• Utilizes the concepts of continuous improvement including Lean
• May, on occasion, be required to perform duties other than those specified in this description

Education and Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Four year College or University Degree or equivalent
• Prior leadership experience preferably in the automotive industry
• Ability to solve complex problems and exercise judgement based on the analysis of multiple sources of information
• Proven leadership, interpersonal skills and personal development skills
• Experience in a variety of basic operation disciplines: Manufacturing, Quality, Process / Tooling and Shop Floor Supervision
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Willingness and ability to travel, as necessary

Work Environment/Work Conditions:

• Professional Office Environment
• Must wear proper personal protection equipment while on manufacturing floor
• Travel to manufacturing facilities or customer locations when required
• Equipment used requires proper training on the potential for and avoidance of injury

Cooper Standard is proud of its diverse workforce and committed to providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, age, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are dedicated to creating an environment at work that not only values diversity but also encourages inclusion and a sense of belonging. We firmly believe that a diverse workplace fosters an environment where our employees can flourish and provide superior service to our customers.

Because we recognize and value the range of ways in which people acquire experiences, whether via personal, professional, education, or volunteerism, we invite interested applicants to evaluate the key duties and requirements and apply for any opportunities that fit your experience and qualifications.

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