Asahi Kasei Plastics North America, Inc.
Lead Quality Auditor
Asahi Kasei Plastics North America, Inc., Fowlerville, Michigan, United States, 48836
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The Asahi Kasei Group operates with a commitment of creating for tomorrow. Our business sectors, Material, Homes, and Health Care, contribute to the development of society by anticipating the changing needs of those around the world. We look for candidates that offer a fresh perspective and a variety of skills to help us achieve our commitment.
We are currently seeking applications to fill the following job opening at Asahi Kasei Plastics North America where our products are used in a wide array of molding applications including automotive, consumer, electronics, furniture, and industrial parts and they provide excellent solutions for pressure vessels.
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Asahi Kasei Plastics North America, Inc. Job Description
We are seeking a Lead Quality Auditor to maintain and improve the established audit program (i.e. scheduling through closure of nonconformities) as well as conducting internal and supplier audits to ISO 9001, ISO 17025 & IATF 16949 standards. You will interface regularly with the other departments to collaborate with internal audit personnel, ISO & IATF revisions, audit process, and to complete improvements, as assigned. If you enjoy providing answers to technical questions related to auditing and ISO/IATF 16949, supporting QS Director and QS/QA Managers for recertification audits and identifying and training new internal auditor(s) to maintain or improve the audit system, please apply. Work Schedule
Hybrid work is available after 3-6 months of on-site training, with a requirement to be on-site at least 3 days per week. You may be required to visit additional days based on the needs of the business. Benefits
Competitive compensation with bonuses Great health benefits Paid time off Paid company holidays Strong company match to 401(k) contributions Tuition reimbursement program Paid parental leave Job Tasks
Maintain and improve all internal and supplier audit programs within Asahi Kasei Plastics locations as required Oversee internal audit team performing audits, assign tasks, and scheduling of audits as required Lead internal ISO audits and 2nd party supplier audits as required Support the Quality team with customer audits of Asahi Kasei Plastics as required Maintain eQMS Audits module and metrics Qualifications (Education, Experience, Licensures, And Certifications)
Lead Auditor certification from AIAG, ASQ, MEP Partner (MMTC), or equivalent certification body 2nd Party Auditor certification from AIAG, ASQ, MEP Partner (MMTC), or equivalent certification body Bachelor’s degree in Quality Management, Business Management or Engineering desired Knowledge of ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and ISO 17025 standards Knowledge of ISO 14001 & ISO 45001 standards 4 years’ practical experience working in manufacturing company Preferably full time, in a quality related function or with engineering work experience Preferably with an automotive organization certified to IATF 16949 or ISO 9001 2 years’ experience conducting internal or external ISO 9001 or IATF 16949 audits Preferably with experience managing and/or conducting 2nd party audits to IATF 16949 Proficient with computers and computer programs such as Office 365, Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Forms/Lists, Power BI, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, etc. Desired Skills
Strong written and verbal English skills Strong data analytic skills Comfortable in coaching another person and giving positive and negative feedback in a professional manner High attention to detail Highly self-motivated Diplomatic problem solver and team player Flexible with a changing environment, work schedule, etc. Ability to work with limited supervision Willingness and ability to work varying hours to accommodate Global Time Zones 25% travel required, including potential international travel Experience with working within Japanese quality programs and cross-cultural knowledge of working with Japanese and other cultures would be an asset Work Environment / Physical Demands / Travel
Sits, walks, stands sometimes. Lifts occasionally- not over 50lbs Some travel will be required, up to 25%, including occasional outside USA travel About Asahi Kasei Plastics North America, Inc. Asahi Kasei Plastics is a leading manufacturer of innovative, high performance, engineered polymers and chemically coupled polypropylene resins in North America. Our company encourages a dynamic employee culture focused on the pursuit of innovation. We challenge our employees to have fun and work hard when finding and making solutions for tomorrow's polymers. As an equal opportunity employer, Asahi Kasei believes a diverse workforce will provide us with the ability to continuously support the changes in the economy, society, and environment. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Quality Assurance Industries
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Asahi Kasei Plastics North America, Inc. Job Description
We are seeking a Lead Quality Auditor to maintain and improve the established audit program (i.e. scheduling through closure of nonconformities) as well as conducting internal and supplier audits to ISO 9001, ISO 17025 & IATF 16949 standards. You will interface regularly with the other departments to collaborate with internal audit personnel, ISO & IATF revisions, audit process, and to complete improvements, as assigned. If you enjoy providing answers to technical questions related to auditing and ISO/IATF 16949, supporting QS Director and QS/QA Managers for recertification audits and identifying and training new internal auditor(s) to maintain or improve the audit system, please apply. Work Schedule
Hybrid work is available after 3-6 months of on-site training, with a requirement to be on-site at least 3 days per week. You may be required to visit additional days based on the needs of the business. Benefits
Competitive compensation with bonuses Great health benefits Paid time off Paid company holidays Strong company match to 401(k) contributions Tuition reimbursement program Paid parental leave Job Tasks
Maintain and improve all internal and supplier audit programs within Asahi Kasei Plastics locations as required Oversee internal audit team performing audits, assign tasks, and scheduling of audits as required Lead internal ISO audits and 2nd party supplier audits as required Support the Quality team with customer audits of Asahi Kasei Plastics as required Maintain eQMS Audits module and metrics Qualifications (Education, Experience, Licensures, And Certifications)
Lead Auditor certification from AIAG, ASQ, MEP Partner (MMTC), or equivalent certification body 2nd Party Auditor certification from AIAG, ASQ, MEP Partner (MMTC), or equivalent certification body Bachelor’s degree in Quality Management, Business Management or Engineering desired Knowledge of ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and ISO 17025 standards Knowledge of ISO 14001 & ISO 45001 standards 4 years’ practical experience working in manufacturing company Preferably full time, in a quality related function or with engineering work experience Preferably with an automotive organization certified to IATF 16949 or ISO 9001 2 years’ experience conducting internal or external ISO 9001 or IATF 16949 audits Preferably with experience managing and/or conducting 2nd party audits to IATF 16949 Proficient with computers and computer programs such as Office 365, Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Forms/Lists, Power BI, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, etc. Desired Skills
Strong written and verbal English skills Strong data analytic skills Comfortable in coaching another person and giving positive and negative feedback in a professional manner High attention to detail Highly self-motivated Diplomatic problem solver and team player Flexible with a changing environment, work schedule, etc. Ability to work with limited supervision Willingness and ability to work varying hours to accommodate Global Time Zones 25% travel required, including potential international travel Experience with working within Japanese quality programs and cross-cultural knowledge of working with Japanese and other cultures would be an asset Work Environment / Physical Demands / Travel
Sits, walks, stands sometimes. Lifts occasionally- not over 50lbs Some travel will be required, up to 25%, including occasional outside USA travel About Asahi Kasei Plastics North America, Inc. Asahi Kasei Plastics is a leading manufacturer of innovative, high performance, engineered polymers and chemically coupled polypropylene resins in North America. Our company encourages a dynamic employee culture focused on the pursuit of innovation. We challenge our employees to have fun and work hard when finding and making solutions for tomorrow's polymers. As an equal opportunity employer, Asahi Kasei believes a diverse workforce will provide us with the ability to continuously support the changes in the economy, society, and environment. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Quality Assurance Industries
Plastics Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Asahi Kasei Plastics North America, Inc. by 2x Get notified about new Quality Auditor jobs in Fowlerville, MI. Lansing, MI $147,000.00-$295,000.00 1 day ago Howell, MI $71,300.00-$85,000.00 2 weeks ago Howell, MI $90,000.00-$120,000.00 3 weeks ago 2026 Summer Intern - Manufacturing Quality Engineer We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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