Quality Specialist - Designated Supplier Quality Representative (DSQR)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Candidates must possess an advanced to expert understanding of quality processes (Internal Procedures, ISO 9001, etc.).  Must meets or exceed all provisions of a DSQR Apprentice requirements or demonstrates ability to fulfill all job-related duties.  Must be able to use various precision equipment as prescribed in Inspection Levels I and II, perform all forms of mechanical inspection, and provide technical assistance to subordinate inspectors, QEs, and MEs when required.Safety-minded and adheres to all company policies and practices and safe work habits.  Actively involved in identifying safety issues, making suggestions, and implementing safety improvements.Controls customer-certified stamps by QWI 8.5.2.1 Stamp Control ProcedureReview all manufacturing sequences of operations to ensure all operations have been completed in compliance with customer requirements and internal QMS requirementsAccurately and efficiently reviews and validates product and paperwork complianceMaintains positive internal and external customer relationships and communicates professionallyReleases product with minimal escapesAbility to prepare, execute and submit AS9102 FAI’s per customer portal requirementsProcesses non-conformitiesMust be flexible in work schedule to accommodate the company's needs.  Follows through on commitments.  Commits to long hours when necessary to reach goals.Participate/Assist with MRBParticipate in FEMA, PFEMA, PPAP, and other APQP-related teams.Meets productivity and accuracy of work standards, completes work promptly, and strives to improve productivityProactively identifies opportunities for process improvement: to improve efficiency, safety, quality, production, and cost.  Presents solutions, not problems.  Owns implementation of the solutions.Maintains and promotes a clean, FOD-free, and organized work areaHas a can-do attitude.  Approaches others tactfully and respectfully.  Reacts well under pressure. Effectively communicates via spoken and written means one-on-one and in group settingsEffectively demonstrates the Smiths' Leadership BehaviorsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.Consistently, regularly and predictably at work and on timeOther duties may be assigned as needed