Supplier Quality Management Specialist

Job Position :
Supplier Quality Specialist

Essential Functions

• Analyze and follow up on customer complaints (internal/external), focus on root cause analysis, implementing preventive and corrective actions within the control section.
• Be experienced with problem solving tools and techniques (i.e.8D, 5
  
  Whys, Pareto, etc).
• PPAP, statical tools for process and product development and control (i.e. Gage R&R, Process Capability, GD&T, Control Plan, Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA).
• Manage floor staff (overtime, time control, level changes, activity evaluation, etc.).
• Scanner make, update, monitor, development work instructions, layouts, reports programs, etc.
• Update Quality System documents.
• Ensure the correct implementation of the Quality System.
• Planning and implementation of new quality projects.
• Generate cost-saving initiatives with implications for product and process changes and improvement projects.
• Interpret and analyze data to develop Quality KPIs. Generate and monitor activities focused on improving quality indicators.
• Ensure the integrity of the personnel in charge.
• Provide customer service when required in a timely manner.
• Audit processes with suppliers.
• Develop and evaluate suppliers.
• Train operational personnel in specialized courses.
• Daily tour of the area and maintaining 5S in assigned areas.
• Ensuring the operation of quality equipment within the control section.
• Participating in forums and meetings established in the VL (Operation, Quality, Team Members, Customer, Suppliers, PM, Press and Weld etc.).
• Ensuring the availability of inspection records.
• Comply with energy saving standards and activities in accordance with the position and area, according to the guidelines of the ISO 50001 standard.
• Demonstrate the leadership to influence and drive change within a highly matrixed organization.
• Additional responsibilities as required and directed by management – this position is subject to change based as the business needs dictate.

Academic and Experience

• 4-years of experience in quality (automotive manufacturing preferred)
• ISO/TS 16949 experience
• Experience with use of statistical tools

• Job Identification 9917
• Posting Date 02/20/2026, 02:42 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 750 North Black Branch Road, ELIZABETHTOWN, KENTUCKY, 42701, US