Quality System Specialist
DECOTEK Automotive is based in the Irish midlands employing approximately 320 people in a highly skilled manufacturing environment. We design, develop and manufacture premium exterior trim components for the global automotive industry customers.
We are currently recruiting for a Quality System Specialist. This role will be full-time. Working hours will be Monday-Friday 08.00-16.30.
The Quality System Specialist will be responsible for the upkeep and continual development of Decotek's Quality Management System (QMS). This will involve ensuring that an effective and efficient QMS is in place that complies with all relevant quality management systems, customer, and regulatory requirements.
Principal Accountabilities:
Ensure that the QMS is managed, developed and implemented appropriate to the activities of the company and all relevant requirements.
Liaise with all departments to ensure documentation in use complies with customer requirements, regulatory and external quality standards and is 'audit ready' at all times.
Liaise with external auditors to schedule audits and monitor the completion of corrective actions in a timely manner to ensure certification is maintained.
Develop, implement and update QMS policies, procedures and templates and circulate as required. Maintain document control on all documentation.
Ensure the latest versions of documents are available where needed and that users have the correct access.
Ensure previous versions of the QMS and external standards are saved correctly and retrievable if required.
Monitor and maintain the retention times for document storage to ensure that the documentation is retained in a suitable manner to allow retrieval if required.
Ensure that any changes to system requirements are implemented competently, in a timely manner and that all affected parties are made aware of any changes.
Provide training and support to employees on document management procedures and QMS requirements.
Serve as a resource for internal stakeholders seeking guidance on document-related matters.
Review documents completed by other departments and update /correct where necessary.
Actively participate in and implement continuous improvement projects related to the QMS.
Support the Internal Audit system and the retrieval of documentation as required.
Stay informed about industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices related to document management in the relevant portals.
Skills and Experience:
Third level qualification in related field (Quality Management, Engineering, Manufacturing)
Minimum of 3 years of experience in quality management systems development and implementation.
Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and standards such as ISO 9001 and IATF 16949.
Proficiency in all programs of Microsoft Office software, especially Word, Excel and Outlook.
Understanding of document control systems such as Docsvault or a similar software system.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent attention to detail to ensure documents are accurate and created to specifications.
Industry-specific technical knowledge, including understanding of industry terms, policies, and processes.
Experience with auditing and root cause analysis techniques is desirable.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Flexible and open to change and development within this role.
Interested? What can Decotek offer you?
- We provide 21.5 days of annual leave - plus your 10 statutory bank holidays
- Compassionate Leave
- Refer A Friend Scheme
- Bike to Work Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family, offering up to 8 free counselling sessions, and many more wellness benefits
- Attendance Bonus
- Health & Safety Bonus
- Bi-Annual Events including Summer BBQ & Xmas Dinner
- Competitive Pay Rates
We'd love to hear from you. Please hit the link to apply, or get in touch via our careers page for more information on any of our open vacancies @ Decotek Automotive Ltd