Senior Quality Assurance Specialist

Company Profile

SepsaMedha North America is located in Ballston Spa, NY and manufactures power supplies, converters and passenger information and onboard systems for rail vehicles. SepsaMedha is a benchmark in the industry with more than 30,500 converters and 35,000 on-board systems installed in the trains of the main manufacturers in more than 30 countries. Today, as part of the MEDHA group, we continue to provide our customers with the talent and human value of our team, which is, without a doubt, our greatest strength and differentiation.

Position Summary

The Senior Quality Assurance Specialist will serve as the primary Quality point of contact for Kawasaki, focusing on the R211 project while ensuring compliance with all applicable quality standards and customer requirements. This role requires expertise in quality management systems, ISO certification, supplier evaluations, non-conformance management, and audit processes. The position will work closely with internal Quality team members to gather input and support, but the primary responsibility is to interface with Kawasaki on all Quality-related matters.

Key Responsibilities

Customer & Project-Specific Responsibilities

• Act as the primary Quality liaison for Kawasaki on all matters related to the R211 project.
• Drive resolution of customer audit findings and ensure timely communication with Kawasaki.
• Participate in customer audits, meetings, and inspections, both on-site and in the field as required.
• Ensure that all delivered products meet Kawasaki’s specifications and quality standards.
• Oversee and refine inspection processes specific to customer's requirements.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Maintain and oversee compliance with ISO standards, customer specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Report to senior management on the performance of the quality management system and areas for improvement.
• Ensure that quality processes are implemented, monitored, and continuously improved.
• Review and validate test procedures and reports to ensure proper completion and accuracy.

Supplier & Material Quality

• Conduct first article inspections (FAI) for components related to the R211 project.
• Perform supplier audits and evaluations to ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Establish and enforce non-conforming material processes and corrective actions.
• Inspect incoming and outgoing materials to ensure compliance with technical documentation.
• Maintain and update quality records within SAP.

Internal Collaboration & Support

• Work closely with internal Quality team members to gather input and support project needs.
• Support training and process improvements within the Quality team as necessary.
• Ensure accurate documentation and reporting of quality processes, findings, and corrective actions.

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Proven experience in Quality Assurance within the rolling stock industry or a related field.
• Prior experience managing quality programs, particularly with large OEMs like Kawasaki.
• ISO certification experience and working knowledge of compliance standards.
• Familiarity with SAP or similar enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with customers and suppliers.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
• Fluency in English; Spanish is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match from day one
• Paid time off and holidays

This role presents an opportunity to be at the forefront of Quality Assurance for a key rail vehicle project, ensuring excellence in product delivery and customer satisfaction.

Apply today to join our team and contribute to the future of rail transportation!