Mason Schultz
About Mason Schultz
Mason Schultz is a Quality Manager at Faurecia, responsible for overseeing quality improvement processes and managing supplier relationships. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Resources from Ball State University and has previous experience in logistics and student affairs.
Work at Faurecia
Mason Schultz has been employed at Faurecia as a Quality Manager since 2018. In this role, he is responsible for managing the quality improvement of purchased parts. He oversees the setup of incoming inspection processes and manages supplier part delivery to the plant for engineering changes. Schultz conducts monthly plant supplier PPM reporting and handles annual PPAP reviews and approvals. He also performs annual supplier audits in accordance with IATF 16949 requirements, ensuring compliance and supplier performance. Additionally, he acts as the Quality Systems Management Representative, providing problem-solving support and maintaining communication with suppliers until issues are resolved.
Education and Expertise
Mason Schultz studied at Ball State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Human Resources from 2012 to 2016. His educational background provides him with a solid foundation in human resources principles, which complements his role in quality management. His expertise includes managing supplier charge-backs, overseeing the maintenance of supplier PPAP files, and conducting production part fit/function and traceability audits. Schultz's academic and professional experiences contribute to his capabilities in quality assurance and supplier management.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Faurecia, Mason Schultz worked at Total Quality Logistics as a Logistics Account Executive from 2016 to 2017 in the Fort Wayne, Indiana Area. This position provided him with experience in logistics and supply chain management. Prior to that, he served as a Student Affairs Office Assistant at Ball State University from 2014 to 2016, where he gained administrative experience in a university setting. These roles have equipped him with a diverse skill set applicable to his current position in quality management.
Responsibilities and Processes
In his capacity as Quality Manager at Faurecia, Mason Schultz is tasked with a variety of responsibilities that ensure quality standards are met. He issues quality claims and manages supplier charge-backs, which are critical for maintaining supplier accountability. Schultz oversees the maintenance of supplier PPAP files and requalification processes, ensuring that suppliers meet the necessary quality requirements. He conducts plant supplier PPM reporting and performs audits to assess compliance with quality standards. His role involves continuous monitoring and improvement of quality processes within the organization.