IATF Lead

Job Number: 69095
Group: Magna Seating
Division: LM Manufacturing
Job Type: Permanent/Full-time
Location: Detroiit, MI
About us
We see a future where everyone can live and move without limitations. That's why we are developing technologies, systems and concepts that make vehicles safer and cleaner, while serving our communities, the planet and, above all, people.
Forward. For all.
Group Summary
This position will be a part of a new start-up Joint Venture Seating JIT Assembly plant located in the Detroit, MIchigan. Magna is an innovative leader in the development and manufacturing of seating structures, foam and trim, mechanisms, and complete seats for global automotive, heavy truck and bus industries. Seating is at the center of the consumer vehicle experience and our seating solutions are developed from consumer research, prioritizing comfort, convenience and connectivity.
About the Role
The IATF Lead will lead the implementation of TS16949, Ford specific TS, Q1, MSA, GPDS and CQI requirements and to deploy an effective internal auditing system focused to measure and improve process effectiveness.
Your Responsibilities

• Develop, improve, implement and maintain procedures and systems compliant with TS16949 and Ford specific requirements.Plan and facilitate registration and surveillance audits with external auditors. Represent MSS to auditors and sustain TS 16949, Ford specific Q1, MSA CQI certifications.
• Conduct Ford specific MSA (manufacturing site assessment). Develop, improve and maintain systems to ensure compliance.
• Develop and execute internal audit schedule. Train, develop internal auditors.
• Develop and maintain Layered Process Audit system and standardize work audit system. Track and facilitate issue closure and measure effectiveness.
• Develop and maintain Poke Yoke and red rabbit system. Track and facilitate issue closure and measure effectiveness.
• Conduct quality systems orientation to new hires/ refresher training to existing employees.
• Maintain monthly KOI for internal audit and LPA and report to senior management.
• Maintain document and data control process for the facility. Upkeep ETQ.

Who we are looking for

• Lead, monitor and facilitate systemic issue closure. Utilizing mechanisms such as ETQ CARs, Issue list. 8D, 6 panel.
• Support, Lead systems improvement.
• Develop improve and maintain Hold cage. Conduct daily scrap review meetings and ensure timely disposition.
• Provide issue resolution and customer liaison support for service issues.
• Comply with legislative requirements as it pertains to OHSA (Occupational Health & Safety Act) and WSIA (Workplace Safety and Insurance Act).
• Adhere to and follow all company health & safety policies, practices and rules for the workplace;
• Supports and enforces the 5 C's, company principles of Company goals and objectives, and decisions and policies by taking ownership and communicating these in a positive and supportive manner.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Your preferred qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Quality or a related field an asset.
• Three to five years of experience in an automotive assembly or manufacturing environment.
• Experience as an Internal and/or Lead Auditor.
• Lead TS auditor certification.
• AIAG core tools (PPAP, MSA, PFMEA, APQP, Control Plan, SPC) training certification.
• ASQ internal auditor / CQA/ CQE certification is and asset.
• Minimum 5 years of work-related experience preferably in a JIT seating environment.
• Strong computer skills required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent problem solving and leadership skills.

What we offer
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
Site Benefits
Awareness. Unity. Empowerment.
At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That's why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
Nearest Major Market: Detroit