Site Quality Leaders #IN1226
DESCRIPTION
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Job Summary:
The Site Quality Leader creates value by building an effective team, by managing daily operations, or supporting initiatives that enable the function, business unit or customer to achieve its business objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
Manages and may lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of subsets or all aspects of the plant quality system. Establishes and maintains quality assurance expectations, methods, and approaches for the site. Manages the plant quality team and plant operational goal tree objectives in alignment with the Cummins Operating System. Participates in the development and leads the quality function achievement of the Annual Operating Plan for the site. Responsible for the quality of products produced and for work stoppage if a problem is discovered affecting the product. Determines quality project priorities and organizes resources to accomplish the work for the site. Monitors improvement teams to ensure that goals are achieved and reported (Examples: Right First Time (RFT) improvements, cost of poor quality, Product Quality Council) for the site. Ensures that quality assessments and audits for the site are conducted in accordance with the Plant Quality System. Leads post-event reviews to identify strengths and opportunities for improvement. Accountable for ensuring products and processes for the site meet initial and long-term quality standards (Examples: International Automotive Task Force (IATF), customer specific requirements, Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Product Parts Approval Process (PPAP) documentation submittal etc.). May manage Value Package Introduction Quality planning, prevention, and protection completion against manufacturing processes. Champions continuous improvement initiatives in the plant by utilizing industry proven methodology (Example: lean manufacturing, 7 step problem solving, Intelligent Quality Tools and Methods (IQTM), etc.). Manages the six-sigma process at the plant (examples: being the hooper facilitator, plant acting Master Black Belt (MBB), set and track certification progress, etc.). Manages and develops Quality Engineers and Calibration and Metrology team at the plant. Aligns quality management practices for the site with the emerging and advanced technology driven capabilities to achieve organizational excellence beyond just process and operational excellence. Acts as a change agent to identify value creation opportunities for stakeholders by driving the strategy approach without loosing focus on existing operational support and responsibilities. Sets quality priorities and requirements when deploying new technologies at a site level Identifies and solves complex problems more efficiently by adopting new tools. Identifies opportunities in product and process to reduce greenhouse emissions in support of company-wide initiatives.
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RESPONSIBILITIES
Competencies:
Customer focus - Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
Develops talent - Developing people to meet both their career goals and the organization's goals.
Advanced Product Quality Planning - Leads the technical quality planning and ensures customer satisfaction through structured and measurable processes as defined by industry standard.
Problem Solving - Solves problems and may mentor others on effective problem solving by using a systematic analysis process by leveraging industry standard methodologies to create problem traceability and protect the customer; determines the assignable cause; implements robust, data-based solutions; identifies the systemic root causes and ensures actions to prevent problem reoccurrence are implemented.
Project Resource Management - Develops resource (expense and headcount) plans using recommended project management tools and processes to manage resources effectively.
Quality Leadership (Cummins Operating System) - Demonstrates knowledge of and practices the principles of the Cummins Operating System (COS); translates the principles of COS to the principles of Total Quality Management (TQM) to assess performance against customer and business requirements; to create a right environment and Quality culture, and seeks and actions opportunities for continuous improvement with a customer centric mindset at all times.
Quality Process Management - Proficient application of quality tools and methods (e.g. APQP, FMEA, PPAP, SPC, Capability studies, Process Audit, inspection, test, etc.) to ensure quality of products, processes and services.
Quality Systems Management - Utilizes the quality tools and processes to ensure the quality management system is understood, implemented, maintained, and demonstrates its ability to consistently and effectively provide products/services that meet requirements.
Statistical Foundations - Applies statistical tools and technique to influence decision making; leverages understanding of data collection methods, key statistics, graphical and analytical methods to describe process performance, gain insights and drive improvement action
Manufacturing Knowledge - Demonstrates the knowledge of manufacturing by correctly implementing changes in current processes, equipment, and applications to meet the function's needs and contribute towards continuous improvement.
Quality Influence - Ability to recognize stakeholders, create a forum to professionally extract stakeholder perspectives, drive and engage in constructive conflict, and to influence outcomes in order to ensure Cummins makes a balanced decision inclusive of Quality priorities.
Attracts top talent - Attracting and selecting the best talent to meet current and future business needs.
Quality 4.0 Leadership - Leverages the power of digital tools and processes alongside people to improve quality, increase customer satisfaction, and develop a culture of effective digital solutions for the organization.
Values differences - Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
Quality 4.0 - Leverages cloud-based systems and digitization to drive improved quality outcomes. Knowledge and application of Quality 4.0 (Q4.0) and digitization of quality management. Examples of Q4.0 are cloud native software applications, digital twin, simulation, adaptive intelligence and connected systems.
Education, Licenses, Certifications:
Demonstrated role competence is required. College, university, or equivalent degree in Engineering or a related technical or scientific subject or experience equivalent is required.
This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.
Experience:
Significant relevant work experience required. Preferably 5-7 years' experience in Manufacturing, Engineering or Program Management role in the automotive industry or a similarly regulated industry.
Minimum of 3 years of managerial experience preferred.
QUALIFICATIONS
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Job Quality
Organization Cummins Inc.
Role Category On-site
Job Type Exempt - Entry Level
Min Salary $
Max Salary $
ReqID 2419077
Relocation Package Yes
Cummins and E-Verify
At Cummins, we are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law. Cummins validates the right to work using E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Visit http://EEOC.gov to know your rights on workplace discrimination.
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- FSA With Employer Contribution
- Health Reimbursement Account
- On-Site Gym
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
Parental Benefits
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Company Outings
- Casual Dress
Vacation and Time Off
- Leave of Absence
- Personal/Sick Days
- Paid Holidays
Financial and Retirement
- Relocation Assistance
- Performance Bonus
- Stock Purchase Program
- Pension
- 401(K) With Company Matching
Professional Development
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Tuition Reimbursement
Diversity and Inclusion