Purpose of the Role
Drive quality excellence for new product launches from concept through mass production. Ensure error-free documentation, meet launch quality metrics, and coach internal teams and suppliers. Apply APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, and other quality tools to secure successful product launches.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support the APQP process for New Product Introduction (NPI) projects.
- Ensure design inputs, D-FMEAs, control plans, measurement system analysis (MSA), and process capability assessments are complete for launch readiness.
- Manage PPAP submissions: prepare, review, and submit packages including Part Submission Warrants, dimensional/material test results, control plans, and process flow charts; ensure compliance with customer requirements.
- Facilitate cross-functional Design/Process FMEA (D/P-FMEA) sessions and maintain FMEAs throughout design and production.
- Provide guidance to supplie...