Job PurposeSupport Parts Quality Mass Production Team to prevent outflow of supplier defects, perform technical investigation/ analysis of problems, and implement countermeasures, while also managing change points to minimize production impact.
Key Accountabilities- Work with supplier reps to address daily mass production quality problems by gathering part measurement/inspection data, and utilizing Honda problem solving toolsfor analysis, investigation and countermeasure activity.
- Appr.ove supplier countermeasures/ change points prior to Team Lead final approval.
- Coordinate meetings with suppliers, in-house Depts., and Honda R&D groups to address complex issues and establish countermeasures.
- Support supplier Quality Assurance Visits (QAVs) to confirm adequate investigations have been completed at the supplier and countermeasures are implemented to eliminate non-conforming conditions.
- Support Team lead with monthly reporting to share top concern items, investigation details, and countmeasures following the PDCA cycle.
- Review and approve system design changes.
- Assist new associates and existing associates with understanding, application, and enforcement of Honda quality management system.
- Support with evaluation of associate skill levels/performance to focus on development of problem solving, technical investigation, and implementing countermeasures.
Qualifications, Experience, and SkillsMinimum Educational Qualifications :Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
Minimum Experience:5+ years experience within a manufacturing environment and working with OEM suppliers.
Other Job-Specific Skills: - Able to work in Team environment.
- Flexible schedule.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities.
- Analytical problem solving skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills (by phone, in person and e-mail).
- Ability to manage multiple tasks by prioritizing and balancing workload.
- Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Show initiative and act independently to resolve problems.
- Negotiation and team collaboration skills.
- Time management skills.
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite of products.
- Must manage team daily activities, plan vs. actual.
- Must be able to give presentations, speak in front of groups of associates/ mgmt
Please Note: Sponsorship for employment visa status for these positions is unavailable. Applicants requiring sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future (e.g., F-1 CPT/OPT, H-1B, TN, etc.) will not be considered. Working Conditions- Travel between production floor and office area to address quality issues.
- Schedule meeting rooms to meet with suppliers to review problem details and set plans for improvement.
- Travel at least 30% of work time.
- Will travel to NCM and other Honda locations for quality control activities and benchmarking.
- Must be able to lead associates to achieve objective listed above.
- Must instruct direct reports on work schedule and report team progress to Dept./Division leads.
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule including off-shifts and weekends as necessary.
- Must be able to work overtime as necessary to support department needs (short term and/or scheduled).
- Must have valid form of identification to be able to travel by ground/air to domestic and/or foreign destinations.
What differentiates Honda and make us an employer of choice? Total Rewards: - Competitive Base Salary (pay will be based on several variables that include, but not limited to geographic location, work experience, etc.)
- Paid Overtime
- Regional Bonus (when applicable)
- Industry-leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)
- Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, shutdown
- Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- 401K Plan with company match + additional contribution
- Relocation assistance (if eligible)
Career Growth: - Advancement Opportunities
- Career Mobility
- Education Reimbursement for Continued Learning
- Training and Development programs
Additional Offerings: - Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Repayment
- Lifestyle Account
- Childcare Reimbursement Account
- Elder Care Support
- Wellbeing Program
- Community Service and Engagement Programs
- Product Programs
