Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions and value-added services for freight and transit rail. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, the company has unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems. Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress, creating transportation solutions that move and improve the world. Wabtec has approximately 27,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit the company’s new website at: http://www.WabtecCorp.com.

It’s not just about your career… or your job title…it’s about who you are and the impact you are going to make on the world. Do you want to go into uncharted waters…do things that haven’t been done to make yours and someone else's life better? Wabtec has been doing that for decades and we will continue to do so! Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, Wabtec delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.

Who will you be working with?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services. Our team is focused on continually improving our best-in-class production capabilities. We combine deep domain expertise and tenured experience to deliver unparalleled products for our customers. Here you’ll interact daily with team members during the problem resolution process and will partner with other key stakeholders to support our internal customers and their responsibilities.

How will you make a difference?

As a member of the Global Operations Equipment group, the Quality Technical Advisor provides front line leadership for a team of production technicians. In this role, you will utilize your experience and expertise to own responsibility for all elements of manufacturing quality in their assigned area within the Ft. Worth Mining plant (TXO). For our Assembly Wheel Line area, this role will drive resolution of quality problems, ensure compliance with Quality Management System procedures, and lead continuous improvement projects. In short, the QTA will ensure and improve the overall quality of processes and products manufactured in their area. solve problems, drive process adherence, & develop and execute objectives for self and others.

What do we want to know about you?

Are you an influential team player with strong attention to detail? Do you positively influence and elevate the performance of a team? Are you a collaborative and supportive problem solver with a constant focus on continuous improvement?

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma/GED with at least 5 years of manufacturing experience) 
• Demonstrated work experience in a Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering or Services capacity, minimum 3 years with increasing responsibility
• Due to the production and process supervisory nature of this role, it is not available for remote work.

Desired Qualifications

• Strong customer focus able to relay and operationalize a genuine sense of urgency
• Demonstrated hands-on technical problem-solving experience
• Experience with welding, assembly, electrical, and test processes, including ability to interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications
• Computer and data analysis skills including intermediate Excel
• Ability to influence others and lead cross-functional teams
• Statistically literate and familiar with Six Sigma quality concepts and tools
• Ability to communicate issues effectively at all levels
• Knowledge of ISO/AAR standards, quality procedures, and audit techniques; certified auditor
• Experience with Reliance, MES/Proficy, Wilmor, eServices, i360, and other Wabtec supply chain quality and operational data sources
• Experience with PPAP or similar part qualification processes

What will your typical day look like?

• Provide leadership as the main quality interface with Manufacturing, Engineering, Services, and other functions
• Lead root cause investigations of quality issues and containments of quality escapes; issue Quality Alerts and keep all stakeholders informed on progress and resolution
• Define, implement, and manage Quality Inspection Plans and other quality processes to meet customer quality expectations, internal quality expectations, and financial and contractual commitments
• Define, monitor, and improve quality metrics (Infancy F/LY, Unscheduled F/LY, MMBTF, DPU, NCMRs, CARs, Audits, Gage Calibration, Manufacturing Losses, etc.)
• Work closely with area team to set goals and drive continuous improvement activities; mentor Quality Star Points and teaming quality projects
• Lead quality culture improvement inside own area and across areas. Work with the Quality Manager and other QTAs to promote a customer-focused “one team” approach to quality
• Continuously develop product and process knowledge, become a product and process expert
• Own process compliance: understand applicable Quality Management System documents, perform quality audits to ensure consistent adherence to procedures and processes, and drive CARs and improvement plans to address non-conformances
• Lead Manufacturing PPAPs and FAIs for significant process changes
• Actively participate on cross-functional teams and demonstrate necessary leadership and coaching skills to other team members

What about the physical demands of the job?

• Exposure to shop floor requires wearing PPE
• Walking, climbing, stooping, stooping, bending, lifting is all part of the hands on learning process

You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.

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Wabtec Corporation is committed to taking on the world’s toughest challenges. In order to fulfill that commitment we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity and inclusiveness. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences and styles…people like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.