Quality Management Systems Specialist - IATF Program - Quaker Houghton

About Us

At Quaker Houghton, we are experts in the development, production and application of industrial process fluids, lubricants and coatings for the manufacturing industry. We have been an integral part in the growth of the world’s largest industrial and manufacturing companies from aerospace and automotive to primary metal and energy. Today, we have a global presence, with our corporate headquarters located in Conshohocken, PA. Quaker Houghton is a global publicly traded company with a unique collaborative culture that supports career growth for its colleagues and offers competitive compensation and benefit programs.

Job Summary

The IATF Quality Management Systems Specialist is accountable for all elements of the IATF 16949 Program, and continuous improvement within the assigned geographical area of responsibility (North America).

The scope of responsibilities for this position will cover all employees and contractors working on behalf of the Company within the Manufacturing operations, and may include administrative offices, laboratories, and sales offices. This will be a hybrid position with 20% travel within the US.

• Work closely with operations leadership to ensure continued performance of the IATF 16949 automotive program and quality management system within manufacturing operations.
• Provide professional knowledge and technical expertise in the support around policy and program development within their region.
• Develop detailed implementation plans and timelines appropriate for their area of responsibility.
• Support from Quality Assurance resources within their area of responsibility who then matrix report into local or regional leadership.
• Navigate, interact, effectively communicate, and act as a change agent at all levels of the organization within their area of responsibility to drive continuous improvement. It is anticipated that this position will require travel (~30%).

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in business or a technical field, preferably in the automotive or chemical industry.
• IATF 16949 internal auditor certification or equivalent.

Experience:

• 3 – 5 years of experience in IATF 16949 Quality Management Systems, or an equivalent combination of education and experience with other management systems.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and IATF 16949

Skills & Competencies:

• Knowledgeable in 6 Sigma DMAIC methodology and root cause analysis.
• Excellent organization and prioritization skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong influencing skills
• Demonstrated problem resolution ability
• Understanding quality assurance systems
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex investigations with minimal supervision
• Demonstrated advanced technical knowledge of quality assurance and automotive manufacturing
• Demonstrated ability to manage process improvement projects
• Demonstrated ability to identify and implement cross-functional improvements
• The ability to keep colleagues apprised of projects and status independently and appropriately; to anticipate future needs based on prior experiences.
• The flexibility to recognize changes in priorities and make adjustments as needed; to look for opportunities arising out of changing parameters
• The accountability to reach established goals or targets for moderately complex tasks with the involvement of immediate teammates without compromising commitments
• The ability to produce high quality technical work with clear understanding of quality expectations; to analyze quality considerations independently and present to manager for final decisions
• The capability to assist other team members in a small number of areas and learns additional knowledge cooperatively; to build influence by completing tasks and presenting new ideas; to contribute to cross-functional work; to build relationships internally and coordinates work with others
• The capability to develop networks that are diverse in level and function, to identify and initiate new relationships as well as creative alliances to accomplish business objectives and inspire people with diverse needs to work together for mutual benefit.

This position also qualifies for full benefits. Quaker Houghton offers a robust suite of benefits for our employees including a 401(k) plan (with matching), paid time off, health and life insurance, including dental and vision coverage, flexible spending accounts to help offset the cost of dependent care and/or health care expenses, employee assistance programs, and short-term and long-term disability.

Quaker Houghton is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. Quaker Houghton provides equal employment opportunity for all qualified candidates. Quaker Houghton does not discriminate against any candidate for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, affectional or sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, veteran’s status, physical/mental disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by U.S federal, state, and/or local employment law. Furthermore, Quaker Houghton is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates with physical and/or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who need assistance applying for a position may email OneHR@quakerhoughton.com.