Supplier Quality Administrator

Position: Supplier Quality (SQA) Administrator Job Summary: Join NHK Seating of America as a Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA) Administrator at our Frankfort plant. This full-time 1st shift role pays $25/hr - $26/hr and is responsible for managing supplier containment, Supplier Corrective Action Report tracking, incoming inspections, KPI monitoring, supplier development, and problem resolution, with up to 25% travel. Benefits include a 401(k) with company match, health insurance, paid time off, and bonuses. About the Role: NHK is proud to be a drug-free workplace. All new hires must complete a pre-employment drug screening and a background check. NHK Seating of America, Inc., a subsidiary of NHK Spring of Japan, is a trusted supplier to a leading automotive manufacturer in Lafayette. Our Frankfort plant delivers finished seats in a fast-paced, Just-In-Time environment, with a completed seat leaving our line about once every minute. Because our production schedule follows our customer's daily demand, the work is steady, repetitive, and physically demanding. If you thrive in a dynamic, team-driven setting where quality matters, we would love to hear from you. Pay Wage: $25/hr - $26/hr Schedule: 1st Shift, Monday - Friday plus some mandatory Saturdays 8:00am -4:30 pm Must have flexible schedule. Daily overtime may be required Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Perform related duties as assigned by SQA Manager Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures Report all daily SQA activity per the SQA Daily Activity Master file Participate and pass all quality core tools training per the AIAG standards Must be willing to travel to perform, lead and report on subcontractor audits and support problem resolution Lead and coordinate containment activity arising from supplier defects received Verify and manage the accuracy of all containment activity in the SQA Nonconformance Tracker Support the SQA Administrative Assistant to report open/closed containment status daily and weekly via email to the SQA department Manage and verify with SQA Tech 3 “clean” shipments for nonconforming product and reverify and report on incoming “clean” product at 30/60/90 day increments Direct and coordinate inspection of supplied components for new programs and maintain surveillance of subcontractor’s manufacturing processes: Direct daily/weekly sampling inspection and testing of received components to determine conformance to standards and report all findings to the SQA Manager Verify and manage the SQA Tech and Supplier Corrective Action Report tracker for accuracy and with newly issued Supplier Corrective Action Reports and report daily/weekly regarding open/closed Supplier Corrective Action Report status with the SQA manager Review of supplier corrective actions regarding the allocated commodity for on-time submission, effective problem resolution and report Supplier Corrective Action Report status to the SQA manager Participate in the function between customer and supplier for new program (part) development Review quality problems with Engineering and QA to resolve issues Maintain the ECN system and manage all PPAP levels/due dates and communicate all requirements to the suppliers All other duties as assigned Qualifications, Education and/or Work Experience Requirements: Good understanding of seat manufacturing process, quality and strong product knowledge Good written and verbal skills, and the ability to communicate clearly and professionally Proficiency in Microsoft Office, AS400 and other computer programs as required Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting Ability to learn 2D and 3D CAD software Excellent organizational skills Ability to travel to suppliers as needed (25%) High School Diploma or equivalent required Experience: either a 2-year degree plus 3 years of experience in manufacturing or quality, OR 5+ years of experience …

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