Quality Manager

Position: Quality Manager

Location: Mississippi

Industry: Automotive – Quality, Engineering, and Manufacturing

Job Summary:

A leading automotive manufacturing company is seeking a Quality Manager to provide quality support for assigned production operations. This role is focused on ensuring product integrity, driving quality improvement initiatives, and supporting process optimization efforts to achieve zero-defect performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement quality systems, control plans, and customer requirements for assigned production teams.
• Lead or participate in product development and launch activities, including design reviews, DFMEA, APQP, PPAP, and supplier/customer visits.
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949 standards and industry best practices.
• Oversee and support quality technicians and auditors in daily operational tasks.
• Lead problem-solving initiatives using methodologies such as 5-Why and 8D analysis.
• Conduct capability studies, inspections, and audits to maintain high-quality standards.
• Develop and maintain process control plans, testing procedures, and corrective action strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement in manufacturing processes.

Experience & Qualifications:

• 5 years of experience in quality engineering within the automotive industry.
• Strong background in Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and IATF 16949 compliance.
• Expertise in FMEA, APQP, PPAP, MSA, Process Flow, and Corrective Action Processes.
• Proven track record of leading quality improvement initiatives and reducing defects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in root cause analysis.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established manufacturing organization and play a critical role in ensuring product quality and process efficiency.