We are representing an industry leading automotive supplier who is actively seeking a Quality Manager due to a recent promotion/transfer. This organization prides themselves on an outstanding culture predicated on benefits, compensation, and working atmosphere. The Quality Manager will report directly to the Plant Manager who is looking to begin the interview process ASAP!

POSITION OVERVIEW

• Candidate will report to the Plant Manager while leading 2 direct reports. This is very much a "Working Manager" position as this is a 150 employee plant.
• Complete financial/budgetary ownership of department
• Candidate will assume ownership over both the plant quality and customer quality function while working cross functionally with different departments
• Provide direction and leadership consistent with company and business plan goals.
• Maintain and develop strategic relationships with key suppliers and vendors
• Direct and drive the utilization of problem solving methods for related plant and customer issues.
• Work closely with plant staff to development "HI-POT " talent
• Responsible for improving process efficiency through best practices, SOP's, and lean manufacturing.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree is preferred for consideration
• Quality Management experience is preferred but not required, client would consider "Senior level" Quality Engineer.
• Targeting candidates with a keen understanding of SPC, GD&T, and Dimensional Analysis
• Candidate should be well versed in IATF-16949 and or ISO 9001