Plexus International’s Relationship with the IAOB/IATF

Plexus International is the sanctioned training provider for the International Automotive Oversight Bureau (IAOB). Plexus is authorized by the IAOB and the International Automotive Task Force (IATF) to participate in the international development and deployment of the ISO/TS 16949:2002 CB/Registrar Auditor Certification training and evaluation program.

Plexus International’s close working relationship with the IATF and the IAOB, and our participation in their deliberations, provided Plexus with unique insights. That knowledge was used to design carefully targeted training programs. As a result, Plexus courses don’t waste your time. They focus on the body of knowledge and skills required by the automotive, worldwide leaders for optimal performance needed to receive the greatest benefit from compliance.

On Target to Meet Your Needs

Plexus created ISO/TS 16949:2002 courses to provide you with the most useful training based on your unique situation and experience. Each course delivers comprehensive insights and training for effective implementation. You’ll have all the tools, knowledge and understanding to embark on a full compliance program — and put your organization firmly on the path of measurable performance improvement.

You’ll learn how to:

• – Develop a functional plan for compliance using your company's structure
• – Identify and prioritize the internal changes necessary for your company to achieve compliance in addition to real-world business objectives
• – Determine the resources and timing needed to achieve the changes identified

Training for Companies Transitioning from ISO/TS 16949 1st Edition

• How to Transition to ISO/TS 16949:2002
• Transitioning Internal Auditors to ISO/TS 16949:2002 - 2 Day
• ISO/TS 16949:2002 Briefing for Management

Please contact Plexus to schedule an on-site training course.

Training for Companies New to Automotive Quality Management System Requirements

• ISO/TS 16949:2002 Briefing for Management
• Understanding ISO/TS 16949:2002
• Fundamentals of ISO/TS 16949:2002 Internal Auditing

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RABQSA-Certified Internal Auditor and Lead Auditor Training

Please be advised that as a result of RAB's merger with QSA, the title of Plexus International's "RAB-Accredited ISO 9001:2000 Lead Auditor Training with AIAG ISO/TS 16949:2002 Supplier Auditor Certification" changed as of Jan. 1, 2005, to the new course name, "RABQSA-Certified ISO 9001:2000 Lead Auditor Training with AIAG ISO/TS 16949:2002 Supplier Auditor Certification."

Please note that this is A CHANGE IN NAME ONLY and does not affect the course content nor the existing QMS auditor certification requirements or AIAG Supplier Auditor Certification requirements.

New content for 2006 includes the International Automotive Task Force's (IATF's) expectations for auditor performance defined in Certification Body Auditor Competency Criteria (what an automotive auditor needs to know and do to be able to audit accurately and consistently) and Rules for achieving IATF recognition 2nd Edition. Topics addressed in the training include:

- Stage 1 Readiness review
- Automotive process approach auditing
- Reporting findings
- Investigating nonconformity management
- Auditing customer specifics

• RABQSA-Certified ISO 9001:2000 Internal Auditor Training with ISO/TS 16949 Automotive Emphasis (meets Ford's Internal Auditor Qualifications)
• RABQSA-Certified ISO 9001:2000 Lead Auditor Training with AIAG ISO/TS 16949:2002 Supplier Auditor Certification (meets Ford's Internal Auditor Qualifications)

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ISO/TS 16949:2002 Supplier Auditor Certification Training

This "supplier version" of the official ISO/TS 16949:2002 third-party auditor certification course focuses on the requirements of ISO/TS16949:2002, its linkages to core tools and customer-specific requirements, and automotive process approach auditing practices.  This course is designed to meet ISO/TS 16949:2002 requirements and customer-specifics for Daimler Chrysler Corporation, Ford Motor Company, and General Motors Corporation and is designed for individuals who are responsible for auditing suppliers. 

• ISO/TS 16949:2002 Supplier Auditor Certification Training
• ISO/TS 16949:2002 Supplier Auditor Recertification Training

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Additional Automotive and Process Management Training For Continuous Improvement

• eFMEA CD-ROM Software
• Implementing Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Control Planning Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)
• Applied SPC and MSA for Practitioners
• Implementing the Statistical Process Control (SPC) Reference Manual
• Implementing the Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) Reference Manual
• Implementing the Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA) Reference Manual
• Automotive Core Tools Overview
• Understanding ISO/IEC 17025
• Internal Auditing to ISO/IEC 17025
• Advanced Process Mapping & Implementation

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Customized Training To Improve Performance

All Plexus training can be tailored to meet your specific needs. These courses listed above are available for delivery at your location, and many are available as public offerings through our partners AIAG and ASQ. Whether you have one or hundreds to train, locally or internationally, Plexus can meet your needs.

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