Now hiring! Senior Manager Project Quality Mgmt

Wyandotte, MI

We are looking for a Senior Manager Project Quality Management to join our Performance Materials team in Wyandotte.

Come create chemistry with us!

The Performance Materials division is at the forefront of the much-needed sustainability transformation in plastics. Our experts co-create products with customers to bring innovations to major industry sectors such as transportation, consumer goods, industrial applications, and construction.These solutions contribute to a sustainable future by pushing the boundaries in thermal resistance, robustness and lightweight applications.

As a Senior Manager Project Quality Mgmt, you create chemistry by...

• Leading regional QM at BC and heading the Global QM “Project Quality” cluster while aligning QM topics across GBU Cellasto and driving a proactive quality mindset
• Serving as the single point of contact for all quality topics, challenging management structures/processes/KPIs, and promoting quality and behavioral safety initiatives (e.g., Quality Days)
• Leading Supplier Quality and Testing at BC, acting as PSCR and Recall Manager for BC, and supporting audits (LPAs, IATF 16949, customer audits)
• Driving global quality processes (APQP, PPAP, D-/P-FMEA, Control Plans, Calibration, MSA,NCM, warranty handling including 8D and Fast Response Board), ensuring sustainable project documentation and knowledge preservation
• Analyzing requirements and standards with related departments to ensure global compliance, measuring customer satisfaction and driving improvements, negotiating QA/Warranty agreements, conducting risk analyses for MOCs/critical quality cases, and mentoring the Global Project Quality team

If you have...

• Master’s degree or above in a technical field with10+ years of quality management experience in the automotive industry.
• Deep knowledge of Customer Specific Requirements (CSRs).
• Excellent knowledge of materials and processes, based on long-term experience.
• Certificate as a Certified auditor for IATF16949, VDA 6.3, and VDA 6.5 (or equivalent knowledge).
• Working knowledge of quality tools: APQP, PPAP, 8D, 5-Why, SPC, FMEA, etc.
• Project management experience and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Experience leading a global team.
• Excellent skills in data analysis and visualization.
• Demonstrated urgency and ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple demands.
• Strong skills in identifying, analyzing, and resolving quality issues.
• Ability to coordinate key tasks and quality objectives with cross-functional teams.
• Strong coordination, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Native English skills; additional languages preferred.
• Ability to work under high pressure.
• Team player who motivates and fosters a continuous improvement mindset.
• Proficiency with MS Office, SAP, APIS, and Minitab.

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It’s what we call you@BASF. We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees’ overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.

Just some of the many benefits we offer include:

• Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
• Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
• Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
• Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
• Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
• Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
• Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
• Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
• Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!

About us

As one of the largest chemical companies in North America we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!

At BASF we empower our employees with the tools, guidance and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us create chemistry. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career.

Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASF

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Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.