Quality Manager

It’s not just about your career or job titleIt’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

What are we offering you?- Permanent full-time position with competitive remuneration- Rewards & Recognition Program- Discounted health insurance with Medibank- Lifestyle discounts with Woolworths, Coles, Avis, Quest, Accor Hotels etc- Access to our Employee Assistance Program

Who will you be working with? Reporting to Quality Manager US.

Where is the position located? This is full time position at our office in Welshpool, WA

What will your typical day look like?- Lead and comply with EHS & Quality requirements in accordance with Wabtec policy and procedures.- Conduct, support and coordinate internal and external audits and prepare audit reports that are clear and concise.- Must be able to confirm the sufficiency and appropriateness of audit evidence to support audit findings and conclusions.- Conduct Problem investigations using Root Cause Analysis (8D methodology) and working collaboratively with the team to identify and implement corrective actions.- Conduct First Article Inspection/Part Approvals and using standard measurement practices.- Address non-conformance reports (NCR's) to drive and facilitate Corrective & Preventative actions.- Creation of Quality defect/punch list and tracking closure of all items. To ensure all products are free from defects, meeting the customer's expectations before it leaves the manufacturing facility.- Interpret customer contracts, specifications, engineering drawings, standards, code of practices.- Proficient in technical document writing (reports, procedures, instructions, work standards, process mapping).- Interface with internal Departments, Customers and Suppliers in order to resolve issues and achieve customer satisfaction.- Implementation and maintenance of management programs and systems.- Data analysis and trend identification and taking relevant improvement action.- Tracking of Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ).- Creation, modification and recording of Inspection & Test Plans (ITP)/ Control Plans.- Training and assessment of new and existing employees and monitoring of training gaps.- Commitment and participation in the Environmental Health and Safety System.

What do we want to know about you?- Three years of experience in a similar role required.- Experience following Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) is desirable- ISO Lead Auditor Qualification highly desirable- ISO 9001- experience required; AS4801 and ISO14001- advantageous.- Rail Industry or Automotive experience highly desirable.-
- Experience implementing 5S is desirable.- The ability to maintain confidentiality.- High level of attention to detail and the ability to communicate any discrepancies.- Effective organisational, time management, multi-tasking and communication skills.- Strong team attitude and willingness to drive collaboration.- Experience working with a diverse range of stakeholders to drive a common outcome.- Experience in Process Engineering preferable.- High competency level with Microsoft Office.- Current Driver’s license.

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Who are we?
- Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.
- Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more
- Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:

- Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.
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