JOIN THE TEAM THAT’S POWERING PROGRESS
Building cities. Driving commerce. Fueling Progress. For over 100 years, Allison has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward.
What powers us? Our employees. From the first person hired by James Allison in 1915 to the thousands across the globe who work for Allison today, we're driving progress everywhere because we employ top talent worldwide. In both the Allison Transmission and Allison Off-Highway Drive and Motion Systems business units, our team strives to Improve the Way the World Works.
Learn more about this role and how you can begin driving your career forward!
Benefits:
The below list features some of the benefits currently available. Eligibility may be subject to the terms and conditions of governing documents and available benefits may be subject to change at the company’s discretion.
Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage
Employer HSA contribution
Dental & Vision Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Short & Long-Term Disability
Other voluntary benefits including: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance
401K with generous Company match & contribution
Accrued Paid Time Off
12 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday
Robust employee wellness program
Tuition assistance program
Job Description:
Key Responsibilities
- Offers support as a liaison between Purchasing, Engineering, Operations, and suppliers to resolve supplier quality issues and to provide technical support.
- Supports investigation of supplier quality problems and coordinates implementation of effective and timely resolutions.
- Communicates supplier part quality issues.
- Coordinates containment activities to minimize supplied part quality impact to the plants.
- Provides, as needed, support for formal 8D containment, root cause, and corrective action documentation. Coordinates supplier scheduling of formal 8D report outs either at Allison or via teleconference. (Note: 8D is a standard automotive industry problem solving methodology)
- Ensures required supplier quality documentation is organized and retained according to corporate guidelines.
- Reviews and audits supplier manufacturing processes and quality systems. Summarizes, reports, and presents audit results.
- Assists in the implementation and monitoring of advanced quality planning with selected future product suppliers, as required.
- Validates supplier design of product and processes utilizing the automotive standard, AIAG PPAP process (Automotive Industry Action Group Production Part Approval Process). Implements and monitors part conformance.
- Improves quality performance of supplier by conducting workshops at supplier locations, providing technical assistance in developing a quality system, or other technical support required.
- Posts, calculates, and analyzes routine statistical data.
- Manages ongoing relationships and resolves conflicts as needed.
- Adheres to corporate purchasing policies and procedures.
- Assures accurate and timely records are maintained within various systems, including Supplier Quality Notifications (SQN), SAP ERP, and online Production Part Approval Process (PPAP).
- Maintains a physical presence in the workplace.
Key Performance Measures
- Safety
- Productivity
- Quality
- Responsiveness
- Cost
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
- Oral and written communication skills. Ability to communicate orally and in written format in cross-functional environments.
- Knowledge of statistical quality control techniques.
- Knowledge of manufacturing and assembly plant processes.
- Knowledge of gaging techniques.
- Proficient interpersonal skills to work effectively with others.
- Knowledge of geometric design and tolerancing (GD&T).
- Relatively high level of analytical ability where problems are complex.
- Collaboration in a variety of work settings.
- Familiar with a variety of Purchasing / Global Supply Chain concepts.
- Wide degree of creativity and latitude.
- Knowledge of AIAG standards.
- Ability to organize, plan, document tasks, and prioritize work.
- Preferred Certifications:
- Certified Quality Analyst (CQA)
- ASQ certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
- Certified Six Sigma Black Belt
- Certified Six Sigma Green Belt
Experience
- 0-2 or more years of experience in the field or in a related area.
Scope
- Manages assignments and workload with a reasonable level of autonomy; daily tasks are typically self-directed and associated priorities are generally self-determined.
- Performs a variety of complex tasks, with a reasonable scope of work and span of control expected of an entry-level position.
Travel Requirements
Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.
If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran requiring assistance and/or reasonable accommodations reviewing any of the careers information, please contact us at ati+ask4max@service-now.com.
Please note that Allison Transmission will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Allison Transmission will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.
