What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Manager -- Automotive Manufacturer (35045) position at Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions?
An automotive parts manufacturing company in the northern suburbs of Lexington, KY is searching for a Quality Manager to join their KY plant. This role will oversee the direction, development, and implementation of all quality activities.
This is a full-time and direct hire position with benefits (401k matching, vision, dental, health, etc.). Must be able to work 1st shift.
Responsibilities:
- Identify quality issues, lead problem-solving efforts, and support the production team in implementing corrective and preventive actions
- Supervise the quality team, and work closely with other departments
- Oversee the inspection process to ensure that all products meet quality standards before shipment
- Maintain accurate documentation of audit findings, actions taken, and follow-up activities
- Participate in daily meetings, offer suggestions, updates, quality concerns, etc.
- Maintain departmental KPI’s
- Continuously assess and improve quality assurance processes and procedures
- Additional duties as assigned by upper management
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Quality Engineering, Quality Management or a related field is ideal
- Proven experience in quality management in the manufacturing, plastic fabrication, or automotive industry is preferred
- Knowledge of relevant quality standards and regulations (e.g., ISO 9001) and IATF requirements is preferred
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams
Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc. has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, and Entertainment industries. Our client-focused approach ensures that we understand your unique needs, whether you’re a company seeking skilled professionals or a candidate looking for the right career opportunity. By working closely with each individual, we provide tailored solutions that drive success.
We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant's provided information. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable timeframe, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates. All offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check in compliance with applicable laws.
We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed.
Salary : $80,000 - $90,000
