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The term KAM stands for, "Quality, Working Conditionsand Environment. These are the main topics the KAM coordinator deals with. The KAM coordinator is called QHSE manager in some companies. QHSE stands for Quality, Health, Safetyand Environment. This position focuses on maintaining and improving the KAM management system. This means that the KAM coordinator ensures that the organization complies with health and safety and environmental laws and with the quality requirements and wishes of the organization.
The role
De rol van de KAM-coördinator is het beheren en onderhouden van het KAM-managementsysteem. Tijdens het implementatietraject wordt de KAM-coördinator getraind en wegwijsgemaakt in het managementsysteem. Nadat de implementatie is afgerond zal de KAM-coördinator het beheer en onderhoud voor zijn rekening nemen. Hij is verantwoordelijk voor de onderstaande punten die leiden tot het verbeteren van het KAM-systeem, hierbij inbegrepen maar niet beperkt tot:
- Implementing changes in ISO standards and/or legislation;
- Suggesting and/or implementing areas for improvement of the KAM management system;
- Interne audits uitvoeren en eventuele tekortkomingen verbeteren;
- Supervise external audits and correct any deficiencies;
- Monitor, guide and/or execute the ISO implementation process;
- Implement and/or direct action items resulting from the management review;
The job of KAM coordinator is very broad and is often not limited to the topics listed above. Every organization has its own business operations and associated areas of focus. Thus, there are topics that require more or less attention.
Contribution to the organization
From ISO 9001: 2015, the right person at the KAM coordinator position can be a potential opportunity for the organization. This standard is about quality within the organization and this position is a perfect fit. By assigning authority and responsibilities, a competent KAM coordinator can make a difference in the organization. With this, KAM coordinators lift the organization to a higher level. So don't miss this opportunity!
