SUMMARY
This multi-faceted materials quality position is responsible for ensuring Makino receives world class material that is of the highest quality.
- Performs or coordinates the testing and inspection activities, and subsequent evaluation of the results to ensure quality of workmanship and compliance with specifications.
- Coordinates the resolution of nonconforming material with the appropriate department and / or supplier.
- Participates in and evaluates quality system surveys to identify supplier conformity to Makino quality requirements.
Oversees and participates in the application of generally accepted quality assurance methods used to analyze tests and inspection results for incoming purchased materials.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES and AUTHORITIES include the following. Others may be assigned.
Receiving Inspection
Conduct / coordinate inspection of parts and options from suppliersReview and disposition inspection reports from suppliersMaintain inspection status and coordinate material movements in SAP and with StockroomAssist engineering as required to define inspection criteria for new or problem materialMaintain and control receiving inspection areaCoordinates and approves inspection and verification of required retrofit options to confirm quality and completeness of material compared to the S.O., drawings, and B.O.M.sMaintain data tracking programs and data integrity for DMR, EFA, RGA. Maintain physical and electronic records of inspection results and non-conformance incidencesNon-conforming Material Evaluation
Management of MRB process and areaAs required, convene and coordinate Material Review Board for evaluation and disposition of nonconforming materialInteract with Manufacturing and Engineering in the identification, and resolution of product quality issuesCorrective action evaluation to ensure effective correctionAssist with the return of defective material to vendorsID and report recurring problems on parts and suppliersAssist to identify unidentified materialMaintain DMR DatabaseProcess returned good for resolution of nonconformance's or return of material for repairCoordinates and approves Engineering Failure Analysis (EFA) of failed spindles for warranty determination based on performance criteria and evaluation of SIR (spindle incident report), control data (if appropriate) and spindle disassembly results including thorough analysis of spindle componentsProcess EFA's from MTS / MA to ensure accuracy and clear understandingSupplier / Customer Interface
As required, interact with the supplier / customer to assist with interpretation of inspection requirements / results, nonconformance, or corrective actionsAssist with quality portions of supplier audits and qualificationAssist with the quality evaluation and reporting of suppliers for Supplier EvaluationSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Although there are no direct supervisory responsibilities, the incumbent for the position is responsible to ensure that work activities continue to progress when delegated to others.
QUALIFICATIONS
Management / Administrative Skills
Quality orientationDetail orientationStrong Organization SkillsProcess DrivenInterpersonal Skills
Ability to interface effectively at all levels internally and with external suppliersCoordinator of all activities required for verification of incoming product (resources, people, suppliers, etc)Relationship building skillsInfluence skillsSelf directedEnergetic and Aggressive self-starterTechnical Skills
Quality inspection techniquesMakino product knowledgeProduct Engineering knowledge (elect, mech, hyd, fluid, etc)Manufacturing system understandingAnalytical & problem solving skillsComputer skills with Microsoft Excel and SAPEDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE
4 year Bachelor's degree in engineering, quality, or related discipline desired, but associate or technical degree may be acceptable based on prior work experience.
