Quality Manager - 3 Month Contract

National Diploma Quality Management or equivalent Engineering qualification Trained Auditor IATF 16949:2016 & VDA 6.3:2016 Minimum 5 years experience in a similar role within the Automotive manufacturing environment Develop the Total Quality Strategic Plan and ensure implementation for the Plant. Provide Strategic and Change Leadership to the Total Quality Team. Manage Quality at Source (Green Areas). Manage requirements related to Quality and other standards (IATF 16949:2016ISO 9001:2015 & VDA 6.3:2016). Drive Quality Empowerment into Manufacturing. Facilitate action teams and improvement programs to continually improve on identified risks. Compile Quality Topics for Quality Awareness Training in conjunction with Training Department. Plan and set up testing programmes to investigate Quality issues and recommend changes Maintain IATF 16949:2016 Certification. Contribute to and improve on the operation of the Quality Assurance system and manage and implement the Quality Assurance system. Develop and approve Quality Procedures, Work Instructions, etc., Plant specific. Co-ordinate and facilitate customer audits of the product and product capability. Conduct internal System audits IATF 16949:2016 and Process audits Assist with Product Audits. Ensure an enabling climate/culture. Ensure a safe, secure and legal working environment. Manage individual, team and departmental performance to achieve organisational objectives. Compile and update Performance Contracts and Individual Development Plans and facilitate individual career path planning. Determine the training needs of the Department. Conduct Performance Reviews and manage sub-standard performance. Coach and counsel people to ensure improved performance levels Ensure discipline is maintained in department (absenteeism, lateness, overtime, misconduct, etc.) Resolve grievances and disputes