PFMEA moderator

GKN Automotive Hungary:

It is a truly exciting time to join us here at GKN Automotive in Hungary. We built a brand new manufacturing facility on the outskirts of Miskolc in 2023 which includes assembly and office accommodation. Our Miskolc facility is a key regional facility for the driveline technologies that GKN Automotive supply to our global customer base. We employ hundreds of colleagues from the local community and will continue to develop the site over time.

We are seeking a PFEMA moderator to join our team.

This position is responsible for creating site level Process Failure Mode Effect Analysis (PFMEA) strategy maintaining PFMEA aligned with customer specific requirements based on as well as GKN internal process.

What would be your tasks in this role

• Correctly moderate the FMEA methodology in the different processes following the requirements of the CDQs and clients. Provide support to all areas with the FMEA methodology.
• Facilitate PFMEA Sessions: Lead structured PFMEA workshops involving cross-functional teams including manufacturing quality engineering and supply chain.
• Risk Identification & Mitigation: Guide teams in identifying potential failure modes assessing their impact and implementing appropriate control measures.
• Standardization & Compliance: Ensure PFMEA documents comply with industry standards (e.g. AIAG IATF 16949) and Process Failure Mode Effect Analysis (PFMEA) Management Procedure.
• Continuous Improvement: Support continuous improvement initiatives by tracking PFMEA action items and verifying the effectiveness of corrective measures.
• Training & Support: Train and mentor employees on PFMEA methodology best practices and risk assessment techniques.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate PFMEA documentation and provide regular reports to leadership on risk assessment findings and mitigation progress.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other departments on site to ensure PFMEA findings are integrated into process development and control plans.

You are a probably a perfect match if:

• You have a Bachelors degree in Engineering Manufacturing Quality Management
• Gained significant years of experience in manufacturing process engineering or quality management with hands-on involvement in PFMEA moderation.
• You are familiar with the followings: Strong understanding of PFMEA methodology process risk assessment and quality tools like APQP SPC and Control Plans.
• You hold Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze complex processes identify risks and recommend effective preventive measures.
• Excellent moderation communication and interpersonal skills to lead discussions and collaborate with diverse teams. - thats correlates with your behavior
• You are a master in Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving mindset with experience in root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
• You have prior experience with APIS IQ-RM software.

What you can expect from us - thats our offer:

• Market leading company with lots of potential
• Opportunity to take part in brand new company projects
• Attractive salary and benefits at a stable and financially healthy company
• An organization where you can commit to the long-term
• Wide scale of responsibilities
• Career advancement opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity to work at the forefront of technology and innovation across the fast-paced Automotive market in a new and important strategic location. We offer a market competitive compensation and benefits package including: a competitive salary bonus scheme transportation allowances excellent annual leave allowances cafeteria benefit and ongoing support for career progression and development.

Our people are at the heart of our success. If these projects excite you and you like the chance to play a part in shaping the future of the automotive industry that will benefit the environment and society as a whole come and help us to accelerate the future together.

About GKN Automotive:

GKN Automotive is a global leader in eDrive technologies the architects of an electrified future. Our innovation expertise and global footprint give us the ability to drive a sustainable future delivering eDrive technologies competitively and at scale.

We have been inventing the future for 250 years. Our technologies and innovations made front-wheel drive cars possible and all-wheel drive systems more efficient. GKN Automotive is now at the forefront of the mass production of advanced efficient systems for electrified vehicles.

Through continuous innovation and improvements in efficiency performance and control systems we are collaborating with global automotive manufacturers helping them produce the next generation of electrified vehicles. We are the go-to technology partner for leading electrified vehicle manufacturers with the ability to tailor every eDrive solution matched to our Driveline technology.