Associate, Assembly Quality

Job Description
The Quality Associate works within the Ferdinand Quality System, using analysis and statistical techniques, to assist in the continual improvement of the manufacturing processes.  This individual will also assist in solving problems, controlling variables, and providing candid & accurate feedback that are critical to quality.  This position is on 1st shift at our Ferdinand, Indiana location.
Organizational Relationship: 
This position will report to the area Superintendent.
Accountabilities: 
Actively participate in the Layered Process Audits and work towards resolution of open items
Interacts with Group Leaders, Team Leaders, and Engineering in the identification and resolution of product quality problems
Interacts with internal and external customers to resolve quality problems
Participate in the Customer Complaint Analysis
Lead and track daily/weekly operational metrics (X-Rite readings, PPM, QA boards, NorthStar, OOCA, OBKA, color checks, etc.)
Lead and record activities for Quality Round Table meetings (Bi-Weekly)
Visit customers at job sites as required
Periodically review specifications and Standard Operating Sheets (SOS) etc. for accuracy and revisions
Support Ferdinand Operation employees as needed to interpret specifications and solve problems
Support the Ferdinand Quality System by performing tasks to ensure compliance and initiate continuous improvement of the system
Provide accurate information and feedback to all Business Units and Ferdinand Operations Leadership Team
Provide training/coaching on quality related issues to Ferdinand production associates and management
 Lead and/or participate in Kaizen improvement events
Generate, modify, and complete Standard Operating Sheets (SOS)
Report out on projects using the A3 project management process / format
All other duties as may be assigned at management's discretion
 Knowledge, Skills and Experience: 
Ability to apply and interpret statistical data
Computer skills (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) required
Must be a team player with strong written and verbal communication skills
Must have the ability to actively initiate, lead, and participate in problem solving activities
Must be able to give candid feedback and report findings of non-compliance to the Ferdinand Quality System
 Ability to maintain the professional competence, knowledge, and skill necessary for the satisfactory performance of all assigned responsibilities
Must have the ability to deliver a formal project status presentation to MBCI Leadership
Two years’ experience within a manufacturing environment preferred
 Education: 
High School Graduate or Equivalent