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In addition to quality experience, electrical, electronics, and mechanical aptitude is required for this position.\nResponsibilities\nCoordinates Quality activities to meet customer objectives and satisfaction\nMonitor, evaluate, and generate Quality and Warranty reports using Sharp systems and Customer systems for OEM and Tier 1 customers assigned\nUse, update, and manage OEM, Tier 1, and Sharp data collection and information systems as assigned\nManage Warranty Chargeback Evaluation from OEM’s and Tier 1 customers as assigned\nManage Local Representatives at global customer sites and work continuously with them and Sharp Japan to meet Sharp and customer scorecard objectives as assigned\nContinuously improve the capabilities of the Local Representatives to be the face of Sharp and trusted first responders for the customer as assigned\nTalk confidently with customers to reassure them and to build strong relationships. Develop trusting and professional 2-way relationships with customers by keeping them happy while managing costs\nWork with local representatives to make sure that sorting is managed properly and according to inspection standards and the SOW. Verifies that costs are appropriate and approve them for work done by third parties as assigned\nEnsure that problem situations at customer sites are managed quickly and effectively. Ensures that the Local Representatives coordinate immediate containment and direct the activities within Sharp to deliver proper Corrective Action Report (8D) submissions to the customers within prescribed time limits\nUnderstands “automotive” demands and knows what steps are required to meet them\nUnderstands both Advanced and Reactive Quality and can fluently work in either environment\nUnderstands Sharp standards and products. Able to act as a subject matter expert on both.\nWilling and able to travel and work globally\nRequired travel to both Sharp and customer manufacturing plants to handle first level escalations on both development and launching programs\nUnderstands and operates within ISO/TS/IATF requirements and procedures\nPosition Requirements\nPreferred: BS/BSEE, Six Sigma Certifications, and/or CQE\n7 years of experience in automotive manufacturing\nExtensive knowledge of Quality Certifications: AIAG, Six Sigma Certifications\nExperience with APQP, PPAP, 8D, BIQS, Q1, SPC, 6-Sigma, IATF, etc. will definitely make the candidate more attractive\nInternational experience and ability to travel globally\nExperience with OEMs\nModerately proficient with all Microsoft Office applications but very proficient in Excel (able to sort, pivot, and filter data to draw valid and statistically relevant conclusions)\nMust be able to effectively communicate in the English language (written and verbally)\nThis is a hybrid position with an established in-office expectation. The successful candidate must be able and willing to work onsite several days per week as determined by business and team needs.\nAbout Sharp Electronics Device Division (SECD)\nSharp Electronics Automotive Group is responsible for the design and manufacturing of various display technologies for automotive applications. The demand for these products has been steadily growing in cars and Sharp is leading these efforts to provide cutting edge technologies for our automotive customers.\nEmployee Perks \nComprehensive, family-friendly healthcare plans (medical, dental, vision).\n401k retirement plan with a competitive match and plenty of financial support tools.\nEmployee Assistance Plan to care for you and your family's mental and behavioral health, balance, and support. Financial protection for you and your family (life insurance and disability insurance)\nRewarding and holistic wellness program.\nTraining, professional development, and mentorship\nFull suite of voluntary insurance benefits for financial planning (auto, home, ID protection and legal)\nDynamic culture eager to innovate, enhance diversity, and work smarter.\nThe listed salary range or contractual rate excludes bonuses, incentives, differential pay, and any other forms of compensation or benefits. The starting salary will be determined by several variables, including but not limited to experience, education, training, certification, and location. You may also be eligible to receive an annual discretionary incentive award, commissions, and program-specific awards, which are subject to the rules governing these programs.\nCompensation Statement\n$105,000—$120,000 USD\nSharp Electronics Corporation is an equal opportunity employer - minority - female - disability - veteran.\nAs part of our recruitment process, Sharp Electronics may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence, to assist in the recruiting process. These tools are used to support, and not replace, human decision-making. We are committed to fair and equitable hiring practices, and all hiring decisions are made or reviewed by qualified personnel.\nAll applicants must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship. All applications must include compensation expectations in order to be considered. 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