Sr. Quality Coordinator

The Sr. Quality Coordinator will:

Establish and continuously improve a Scrap Attack Strategy in the plant.

▪ Enhance, maintain and document finding code know how (reactive & preventive measures)
▪ Address counter measures in standard working procedures to responsible parties (Control plans, maintenance, …)
▪ Identify and address training gaps related to findings and their impact

▪ Define, review and implement a Scrap Management Strategy (in alignment with 5-4-1-team in plant)
◦ scrap attack procedures from shift to BT4
◦ Finding code and scrap cluster owners / teams
◦ Defines thresholds / targets per cluster or finding
◦ Tracking & reporting of Scrap I – IV & VII figures (daily to monthly)
▪ Establish and run standard scrap attack meeting landscape involving 5-4-1-parties (PI; Prod; QM; PE; MTE) as minimum
▪ Analyse finding code trends and prioritize counter measure implementation to process streams & business teams (mid- longterm)
▪ Identify chronical scrap reasons that require mid- & long-term improvements.
▪ Analyse findings and triggers structured problem solving (component / process) and define quick reactive measure (short term / reactive) with involved stakeholders
▪ Triggers individual process stability improvement needs and supports correlation studies (scrap to process / machine / shift)
▪ Action tracking and coordination of running activities
◦ Constant follow up on measures addressed to involved parties
◦ Act as review function for Scrap Attack Activities, SPAs or projects (progress tracking)
▪ Perform assessment and update of Scrap Attack Procedures (Quick verification of standards, Reaction routines, SPS, BT-follow up, Shift operations)
▪ In case of production stop due to high Scrap / rework figures
◦ Defines thresholds for production stops (5-4-1 buy in!)
◦ Monitors adherence to reactive procedures

▪ Enable standardized scrap reporting (shift to BT4)
▪ Develop & maintain analytical Scrap related workflows for daily operation
▪ Enables / creates an environment of Scrap know how, Scrap analytics availability
▪ Scrap risk forecast on articles / component / compound level and define effective prevention actions

NOTE: May not be inclusive of all work required and may be updated as needed

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Mechanical, Chemical or Related Technical Fields
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas now or in the future for this job posting.
• No relocation assistance is offered for this position

Preferred Requirements:

• Master’s Degree 

Environment

• Safety is our highest priority and safety procedures/ guidelines must be always adhered to. This includes safety wear such as hearing protection and steel toe shoes. 
• The role involves various physical tasks, including lifting, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and  with comprehensive training provided. 

THE PERKS

• Immediate Benefits 
• Robust Total Rewards Package
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Discounts, including tire discounts
• Employer 401k Match
• Diverse & Inclusive Work Environment with 20+ Employee Resource groups.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Future Growth Opportunities, including personal and professional
• And many more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader!

The starting annual salary for this role is $88,009 a year.

Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations

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EEO-Statement:

EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to Careers@conti-na.com or contact US Recruiting at 800-821-2727. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back.

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Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2023, Continental generated preliminary sales of €41.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 56 countries and markets.

With its premium portfolio in the car, truck, bus, two-wheel and specialty tire segment, the Tires group sector stands for innovative solutions in tire technology. Intelligent products and services related to tires and the promotion of sustainability complete the product portfolio. For specialist dealers and fleet management, Tires offers digital tire monitoring and tire management systems, in addition to other services, with the aim of keeping fleets mobile and increasing their efficiency. With its tires, Continental makes a significant contribution to safe, efficient and environmentally friendly mobility.