Quality Manager

Quality Manager — Tier-1 Automotive
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Compensation: $110,000–$120,000 base salary + bonus based on company and individual performanceSchedule: Monday–Friday; weekend work rarely requiredRelocation: Considered for the right candidateCompany: ConfidentialAbout the OpportunityAn established Tier-1 automotive manufacturer is seeking a hands-on Quality Manager to lead plant-wide quality systems and processes supporting stamping and welding operations. This opening is due to an upcoming retirement.The Quality Manager will lead a team of 11 direct reports, own the plant’s quality management system, and serve as a key contact for customer quality matters and audits. Strong systems are already in place; a central priority is strengthening the team’s ability to apply those systems through training, coaching, and mentoring.This is a floor-focused leadership role requiring someone who can work closely with production teams, investigate issues at the part and process level, and maintain thorough quality documentation.Key ResponsibilitiesOwn, maintain, and improve the plant’s quality management system in accordance with IATF 16949 standards and customer requirements.Lead, coach, and develop 11 direct reports across quality engineering, customer liaison, CMM, cut/etch, laboratory, technician, and auditing functions.Provide hands-on quality leadership on the production floor, supporting stamped and welded automotive components.Strengthen the team’s understanding and consistent use of existing quality systems and processes.Serve as the plant’s quality contact for customers and coordinate internal and external audits.Lead root cause investigations, corrective actions, and verification of their effectiveness.Maintain quality documentation, records, and compliance across the facility.Partner with production, engineering, and maintenance to resolve quality concerns and drive continuous improvement.Required QualificationsExperience in a Tier-1 automotive manufacturing environment producing stamped and welded components.Demonstrated quality management and people leadership experience.Hands-on knowledge of IATF 16949 and plant-level quality management systems.Strong working knowledge of welding processes.Experience supporting customer interactions and internal and external audits.Ability to train, mentor, and develop a quality team.Strong root cause analysis, corrective action, and problem-solving skills.Ability to balance detailed system documentation with an active presence on the production floor.Preferred Qualifications10+ years of progressive automotive quality experience.Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related field; a degree is preferred, not required. xzbcwsv Familiarity with APQP, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans, MSA, and 8D problem-solving.