QMT Specialist at BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC in Spartanburg, South Carolina

Job Description:

The QMT Specialist:

• Coordinates and manages supplier quality systems for Plant Spartanburg s purchased parts (worldwide).
• Develops and approves new supplier s quality and production systems to ensure that BMW MC s purchased parts meet product specifications.
• Integral part of new product launches including both supplier and parts development for manufacturing.
• Leads launch projects after hand over to Supplier Quality Assurance ensuring compliance with BMW specifications.
• Supports the Module Quality Engineer(s) in advanced quality planning activities such as risk assessment, product and process development.
• Communicates with other BMW Plants in the worldwide BMW Network including joint problem solving.
• Executes the process series before Start of Production (SOP) with the suppliers (world-wide).
• Manages the Initial Sample Inspection Report (ISIR) releases for assigned products.
• Develops new and challenging supplier quality and production systems.
• Approves and reviews the monthly supplier rating.
• Executes product and process audits due to occurred errors and supplier rating results and initiates counteractions and counteraction verification.
• Leads quality problem solving process for supplier related issues.
• Audits the quality management system at the supplier location(s).
• Validates start up ability for new parts/processes.
• Manages the part approval process for assigned suppliers.
• Coordinates reduction of supplier related warranty claims via Defect Eradication Process.
• Participates in internal warranty reduction problem solving teams regarding purchased parts.
• Understands and models VPS (Value Added Production System) Principles and concepts of Standard Work.
• Adheres to 5S and Safety Standards and Principles.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.

BMW Manufacturing is a leader in innovations and excellence. Come be a part of the extraordinary advanced manufacturing team where new technologies and ideas are constantly being discovered and implemented.
BMW Manufacturing is proud to be located in Upstate, South Carolina at the foothills of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, providing the perfect mix of exciting city life and the great outdoors, or simply a great environment in which to raise a family.
In addition to offering a stimulating work environment and a great place to live, BMW Associates have access to an exceptional range of benefits. Our comprehensive benefits program includes:
- Medical, Dental, Prescription and Vision coverage
- Paid time off
- 401(k) plan with company matching contribution
- Retirement Income Account
- Life insurance
- BMW Associates Assistance Program
- Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Company vehicle program

• BS degree in Engineering or related field or the equivalent of 4 years of professional quality process/components experience in an automotive manufacturing environment.
• 6+ years of professional experience (5+ years with a Master s Degree) in the related part technology and/or processing.
• BMW Quality Computer Systems including QSYS, SPQM and SAP (preferred).
• Certified Quality Management (CQM) and Certified Quality Engineering (CQE) (preferred).
• Valid Driver's License and eligible to participate in the Vehicle Admin Program.
• 3+ years of knowledge in advanced quality planning techniques, including PFMEA, control planning, process flow diagramming, process auditing techniques, and PPAP.
• 3+ years of knowledge of advanced statistical techniques such as capability and standard deviation studies to calculate process variation.
• 3+ years of Microsoft Office skills (Word, Access, Excel, etc.).
• Basic German language skills, both written and verbal (preferred).

BMW Manufacturing Company is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of BMW MC to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified persons regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Employment with BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC (BMW MC) is at-will and may be terminated at any time, with or without notice, at the option of BMW MC or the employee.