Analysis Skills, Auditing, Automotive Industry, Automotive Manufacturing, Blueprints, Budgeting, Coaching, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Computer Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cost Control, Customer Relations, Document Management, Educational Technology, Employee Assistance Plan, Government Regulations, Incentive Programs, Information Technology/Systems Audit, Internal Audit, Interpersonal Skills, Manufacturing, Materials Testing, Mentoring, Microsoft Office, People Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Control Engineering, Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Publications, Quality Control, Quality Engineering, Quality Management, Record Keeping, Retirement Plan, Safety/Work Safety, Staff Development, Statistical Process Control, Sustainability, Team Building, Total Quality Management (TQM), Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Volunteer Experience, Writing Skills
Job Grade: Professional/Technical (M1/T3)
Business Unit: Moulded Foam
Hiring Manager: Joby Ferguson
About Woodbridge
We are innovators using advanced technology to manufacture next generation products. We are pioneers in foam technology science and provide our products to customers in multiple industries. We are a global team of over 7,000 teammates strong who are laser focused on quality, collaboration, and a commitment to sustainability. We are proud to give back to the communities in which we live and work through our Woodbridge Cares programs that serves communities around the world through volunteerism and philanthropy. We are a people centric organization that has been awarded numerous recognitions for our commitment to manufacturing excellence and innovation. Join us and be part of a team that is shaping the future of foam technology.
Woodbridge Culture
Woodbridge takes immense pride in its robust corporate (think people first, innovation, lets get to it, manufacturing focused) culture, which serves our customers, Teammates, and the world. Were thrilled to share that in 2024, Woodbridge has been awarded Deloitte's Best Managed designation for eight consecutive years. This accolade is not just an award; it's a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation, inspiring you to be a part of our journey!
Whats in it for you?
- Competitive Compensation & Benefits Plan
- Defined Contribution Plan with additional company match - Automatic company contribution to a top quartile retirement savings plan with more incentives to match
- Flexible Working Hours
- Employee Assistance Program with free access to health and wellness coaches
- Continuous Learning Culture - We believe in Upskilling & Internal Promotions!
Duties and Responsibilities
- Responsible for the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of quality engineering, statistical process control, advanced quality planning, PPAP and IATF16949 activities, quality lab activities
- Educate/mentor team and drive lean concepts and WPS using the toolbox
- Drive out waste through VSM, 5Q or LTR activities.
- Management Representative (MR) and Customer Representative (CR) for IATF16949
- Plan, promote and organize training activities related to product quality and reliability, IATF16949 and material testing
- Supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Woodbridges policies & procedures and applicable government laws, bylaws and legislation.
- Customer & Supplier liaison
- Supervise the Implementation and maintenance of the IMDS program
- Investigate and resolve Supplier and Customer concerns or problems
- Continuous improvement of quality systems and methods
- Maintenance of quality records
- Maintains the quality budget
- Supervisor the implementation and maintenance of the SPC program (QI Analyst)
- Ability to prepare and present reports and presentations for management or publication
- Aggressively investigate, propose and manage cost savings opportunities
- Manage the Kamishibai audit system
- Implement, maintain and control the master document list and database
- Coordinate internal quality auditing system
- A member of the management team with responsibility for planning, health/safety, budgeting and implementing TQM and best methods.
Requirements
- College diploma or university degree in the technical fields of science or engineering
- 5 to 8 years quality related experience and/or training, in progressively more responsible positions, preferably in an automotive manufacturing environment
- 2 to 3 years supervisory/managerial experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Background in automotive quality systems and IATF16949 preferred
- Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Employee development/mentoring and team building; relationship building / Customer focused
- Computer literate and proficient in common software packages. e.g. MS Office
- Demonstrated blue print reading and interpretation skills
- Demonstrated ability to interpret and communicate an extensive variety of technical instructions and specifications
- Understanding of problem solving techniques; decision making and ability to mentor others
Woodbridge is committed to fostering a diverse workplace. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider applicants without regard to race, colour, ancestry, creed, place of origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know, and we will do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.
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LEAVE YOUR IMPRESSION on an entire industry and beyond
At Woodbridge we push our limits every day. It’s simply who we are. When you join our team, you’ll use your skills to help support our customers, elevate our people, and leave the world better than we found it. This is a place where Teammates matter, ingenuity is expected, and innovation is fostered. And it all starts with you. We’re a leading global supplier of foam material technologies for automotive, commercial, recreational, packaging, healthcare and building products. People may know us for mastering foam technology science, but we are more than that. We leverage advanced technologies to build innovative products and tailored solutions. We build products that change our future.
In our over 40-year history we can proudly say our key competitive strength has been our teammates and their commitment to continually improve. We’ve grown to more than 60 locations in 10 countries and continue to win awards like Canada’s Best Managed Companies. With over 7,500 Teammates worldwide, we’re recognized for our exceptional performance standards on safety, environmental stewardship, and enduring customer satisfaction in every market we serve. We’re well positioned and excited about our continued growth, as we embrace the fourth industrial revolution.
Visit us at Woodbridgegroup.com and explore a career where you’ll achieve more than you can ever imagine.
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