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?

You will be working with other key stakeholders to support the plant and our operations.

How will you make a difference?

The Quality Technical Advisor (QTA) supports developing and maintaining systems, rules, and processes to adherence to quality systems, customer, local and regulatory body requirements. In this role you will require understanding of concepts, methods and procedures. The QTA will support the Site Quality Leader in the execution of strategic initiatives, execution of tactical objectives and the development of a culture of quality. You will use your experience and expertise to solve problems, guide process adherence, develop objectives for self and others to execute business objectives.

What do we want to know about you?

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 4 years of experience in quality, engineering and / or project management)

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field

• 2+ Years in a manufacturing environment

• Proficient in MS Excel, MS Powerpoint

• Strong problem solving skills

• Ability to work through self-direction to accomplish goals and objectives

• Strong oral and written communication skills

• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

• Strong customer focus, able to relay and operationalize a genuine sense of urgency

• Experience with Reliance, Proficy, eServices, i360, and other Wabtec supply chain quality and operational data sources

• Knowledge of ISO/AAR standards, quality procedures, and audit techniques; qualified auditor

• Experience with welding, assembly, electrical, and test processes, including ability to interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications

What will your typical day look like?

In addition, you will support the Site Quality Leader:

• Utilize Business Process Management Systems (e.g. Quality Management Systems, Integrated Management Systems)

• Work to develop, implement, and monitor overall process mapping for quality improvement purposes.

• Standardize processes, tools and performance management system

• Resolve problems through the application of acquired expertise guided by precedent.

• Work together with people from the business unit.

• Communicate with direct team, supervisor and customer(s)

• Present to internal teams on metrics, project status and research

• Ensure the plant’s production processes are executed per relevant specifications

• Identify process risks, implement appropriate control points and preventive measures, and execute process audits, to ensure effective process control and evidence of such

• Lead responsiveness on customer quality and reliability related issues

• Work closely with Manufacturing, Reliability Engineering, the Infancy and Services teams to identify areas for focused product / process improvement actions and ensure those actions are implemented in a timely fashion and in an effective and sustainable manner

• Define, monitor, and improve quality metrics (NCMRs, CARs, Audits, Gage Calibration, Manufacturing Losses, MFG PPAPs and FAIs etc.)

• Define, implement, and manage Quality Inspection Plans

• Execute Root Cause Analysis and Implement Corrective Actions

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

Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable).

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.