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Job DescriptionESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Customer point of contact for the assembly group quality. Lead 8D investigation and customer response. ISO 9001 / IATF 16949 Internal Quality System Audit management. Customer portals Ford GSAR, General Motors SPPS, Stellantis NCT, and others Layered Process Audit management. Train or coordinate the training of departmental personnel to perform their job responsibilities in a proficient manner. Knowledge and practice of Hutchinson's Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental policies, procedures and requirements. Monitor hold cage and material disposition. Scrap reduction team member. Data collection for metric reporting. Review of inspection data. Continuous improvement team member. Other duties as assigned. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must have the ability to independently lead a cross functional team using problem solving tools and the 8D methodology. Must have good interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate with customers, suppliers, production, engineering, sales and other company personnel. Extreme attention to detail and accuracy. Must be able to multi-task. Must have good computer skills with a working knowledge of software programs used for plant operations (Mapics, XA "Green Screen"), customer portals, and a process focused mindset. Must understand general operations in a manufacturing environment. EDUCATION &/or EXPERIENCE: Associates degree in a technical field or equivalent; and a minimum of 5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Must have good understanding of general engineering and quality mathematical reasoning. With a proven ability to make decisions based on data. COMPUTER SKILLS: Must possess or obtain the working knowledge of plant quality programs such as but not limited to: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PLEX, and MiniTab. Must have the ability to generate graphs and charts indicative to metric tracking. REASONING ABILITY: Must possess the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and process several abstract and concrete variables. Must be able to assess reasonableness or integrity of the analysis performed. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Must possess or the ability to obtain internal auditor certification(s) pertaining to ISO 9001 / IATF16949, ISO14001. ASQ Certified Quality Engineer is preferred but not necessary depending upon professional work experience. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, you may be frequently required to sit for extended periods of time; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. You may be occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, and lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee will be in a shared office (cubicle) environment. There may be occasions where the employee will have tasks to perform in a Laboratory environment and a Manufacturing environment, where Personal Protective Equipment such as Hearing Protection, Safety Glasses and Safety Shoes are required. What We Offer: Competitive Compensation Enjoy an attractive salary that reflects your skills, experience, and contributions. Comprehensive Health Benefits Choose from a range of medical, dental, and vision insurance options to fit your needs and those of your family. Company-Paid Coverage We provide company-sponsored Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and AD&D Insurance, with the option to enhance your coverage through buy-up plans. Generous Paid Time Off Recharge with competitive PTO policies that support your personal time, holidays, and overall well-being. Retirement Planning Prepare for your future with our 401(k)-retirement plan, featuring an employer match to help you grow your savings Global Opportunities & Local Impact Be part of a company that offers international collaboration and local empowerment, giving you the chance to make a real impact while building a global career. Hutchinson is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Hutchinson believes that diversity and inclusion among our employees is critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Employment at Hutchinson is based on merit, competence, and qualifications, and we are committed to providing equal opportunities for training and advancement for all employees. Hutchinson is also committed to making our application process accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations upon request. 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