Quality Specialist

Company: Race Winning Brands
Location: Mentor
Posted on: May 7, 2025

Job Description:

Description: Race Winning Brands (RWB) is the leading manufacturer of racing and high-performance parts sold to automotive and powersports markets. RWB is the preferred source for high-end pistons, engine blocks, cylinder heads, intake manifolds, connecting rods, crankshafts, clutches and other engine and driveline- related performance components. RWB markets its products through multiple prominent brands including JE Pistons, Wiseco Performance Products, Diamond Pistons, Trend Performance, Rekluse Motor Sports, MGP Connecting Rods, ProX Racing Parts, and Dart Machinery. RWB sells to a diverse and unmatched customer base of professional and sportsman racers, engine builders, enthusiasts, OEMs, automotive and powersports dealers and wholesale distributors. RWB is headquartered in Mentor, Ohio with sales offices and manufacturing operations in strategic locations throughout the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia. The Quality Specialist (QS) is a professional that is responsible for helping to ensure that RWB-Mentor products meet the established quality standards and specifications. This role is integral for the support and upkeep of the certified ISO 9001 QMS at RWB-Mentor. The QS shall support and facilitate internal and external audits that are conducted at the RWB-Mentor plant. A thorough knowledge of the ISO 9001 standard is required. The Quality Specialist shall routinely perform inspections, tests, and measurements on finished product, materials, or components to ensure that they meet the required quality specifications. The QS may also identify and address quality non-conformances as well as facilitate or implement corrective actions. The QS shall work closely with other members of the quality team to ensure that the quality standards are met throughout the production process. The QS shall also maintain quality records and data, prepare reports, and prepare reports for customers and the RWB leadership team. The QS should have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills to collaborate with various departments and external customers. The QS must possess excellent time management skills to effectively meet deadlines and prioritize tasks efficiently. Experience in machining is a plus for this role. The QS is also a team representative and shall contribute to help satisfy the achievement of plant KPI's and the ISO goals of 'Customer Satisfaction' and 'Continual Improvement.' Quality - Support the certified ISO9001 Quality Management System - Support and monitor the adherence of the Internal Audit schedule - Coordinates Management Review Meetings - Routinely conduct ISO Internal Audits or Process Audits - Coordinate external audits with registrar - Maintain documentation and inspection records for the purpose of auditing in accordance with ISO requirements - Train new hired employees on Quality Management Procedures - Manage and maintain the document control system including quality policies, procedures, and work instructions, and forms - Assist in the development of control plans and inspection procedures - Routinely perform random sample inspections on in-process or shelf stock products - Help analyze and disposition to customer complaints and feedback - Create quality metric reports for submittal to the Quality Director, Supervisor, or RWB Leadership Team - Organize, document, and submit customer PPAP's - Participate in continual improvement activities or projects to enhance the quality of processes or products - Provide routine quality support to other RWB manufacturing sites Processes - Encourage and reinforce cleanliness of the quality department and ensure safe working conditions - Improve productivity and decrease quality issues using lean manufacturing tools including but not limited to: o 6S Principleso Perform root cause analysis of non-conformances or defects and help identify appropriate solutions by using the 4D/8D model approach - Create work instructions and procedures for current and new processRequirements: - HS Diploma/GED and 3+ years of experience in a quality related position within an industrial environment OR Associates degree and 2+ years of experience in a quality related position within an industrial environment - Minimum of 3 years in a Quality Specialist or Quality Engineer role - Minimum of 3 years of ISO experience is preferred - Certified Quality Specialist, Internal Auditor, or Quality Engineer is a plus - Six Sigma Green Belt is a plus PM21 What You'll Get:Eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance as of Day One Employer Paid Life and Disability Insurance HSA with Employer Contributions 401(K) Retirement Plan with Company Match Employee Wellness and Assistance Programs Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave Paid Time Off 13 Paid Company Holidays EEO Statement:Race Winning Brands provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws. 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