Regional Quality Manager

Faurecia South Africa; Monterrey; On-site; MXN 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvia seeks a Quality Operations Manager to lead the implementation and maintenance of the quality system in production, aligned with IATF 16949 and FORVIA standards. You will drive customer satisfaction and continuous improvement across the organization, leading Kata, 8D and Six Sigma initiatives to reduce costs and enhance performance.

You will coach teams on floor, oversee audits, and report KPI trends.

Qualifications

• Minimum BS Engineering Degree or related field.
• Strong practice with quality system methodologies: 8D, 5 Why’s, Pareto, Lean, and statistics.
• Significant experience applying statistical analysis for problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate advanced problem solving (8D, Six Sigma) and lead 6 Sigma projects to reduce costs.
• Implement Stop Scrap methodology through coaching at MX plants.
• Report quality KPI performance in QSS for FIS MX plants.
• Audit processes to meet IATF 16949 and FORVIA ES 4.0 requirements.
• Lead quality improvement actions and participate in regional audits.

Skills

Advanced problem solving

8D

Six Sigma

Kata

Quality improvement

Statistical analysis

Lean Manufacturing

Education

BS Engineering

Tools

QSS (Quality Steering System)

IATF 16949

VDA 6.3

APQP

PPAP

FMEA

MSA

SPC

Job description

Forvia, a sustainable mobility technology leader

We pioneer technology for mobility experience that matter to people.

Your mission, roles and responsibilities

The Quality Operations Manager ensures the implementation and maintenance of the quality system in production aligned with Forvia Management System (FMS), Quality System Procedures, the basics of quality in production and the IATF 16949. The Quality Operations Manager is responsible for driving customer satisfaction, quality excellence, and continuous improvement across the organization. This role combines leadership of Kata, 8D & Six Sigma problem-solving initiatives to reduce quality costs, improve product performance, and enhance operational effectiveness.

Responsibilities:

• Facilitate Advanced Problem Solving competencies (8D, Six Sigma Problem Solving) and accomplish 6 Sigma projects focused on cost reduction.
• Implementation of Stop Scrap methodology through coaching to FIS MX plants.
• Promote the action plans of the problems that affect the Quality indicators KPI's.
• Ensure the correct reporting in QSS (Quality Steering System) of the FIS MX plants.
• Track the top offenders in NQC.
• Application and training on floor in KATA QRCI's (Quick Response Continuous Improvement)
• Follow-up the convergence plans required to improve quality KPI's.
• Perform audits (KPI's, TQW, Stop Scrap , Quality basics) in order to improve quality performance.
• Ensure the audit processes according to the specific requirements of the client (as VDA).
• Launch of scrap reduction actions at off-target sites.
• Ensure / Monitor the performance of internal audits of IATF 16949 and the respect of the basic quality in production according to FORVIA ES 4.0 and IATF 16949.
• Accomplish the required workshops (7 failure modes, mislabeling, KATA QRCI).
• Monitor the correct training of Quality Engineers in the perimeter. Information report for QR reviews (VOC, Quality Walls).
• Support in the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Perform / Participate in special teams to correct critical quality operation problems.
• Participate in FORVIA ES audits in the quality section as regional auditor.
• Preparation of the monthly quality report consolidating the central quality information.

Your profile and competencies to succeed

Education / Experience:

• Minimum BS Engineering Degree and/or related degree or developed competence.
• Strong practice and application with various Quality system methodologies: 8D, 5 Why’s, Pareto Analysis, Lean Manufacturing, and statistical analysis.
• Significant experience in the industry applying statistical analysis for problem solving

Language: English (Advanced)

Knowledge of CSR (Customer Specific Requirements), Good working knowledge or automotive quality standards and methods (ISO-9001, IATF-16949, VDA 6.3, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, etc.).

Required knowledge: Automotive industry, Interior manufacturing processes, IATF quality standards and audits, quality management systems.

Ability to travel, and ability to support activity in production facilities when needed.

Able to work in a multicultural environment.

What we can do for you

• At Forvia, you will find an engaging and dynamic environment where you can contribute to the development of sustainable mobility leading technologies.
• We are the seventh-largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in more than 40 countries which makes a lot of opportunity for career development.
• We welcome energetic and agile people who can thrive in a fast-changing environment. People who share our strong values. Team players with a collaborative mindset and a passion to deliver high standards for our clients. Lifelong learners. High performers. Globally minded people who aspire to work in a transforming industry, where excellence, speed, and quality count.
• We cultivate a learning environment, dedicating tools and resources to ensure we remain at the forefront of mobility. Our people enjoy an average of more than 22 hours of online and in-person training within FORVIA University (five campuses around the world)
• We offer a multicultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration. We believe that diversity is a strength. To create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity create real value for the company, we have adopted gender diversity targets and inclusion action plans.
• Achieving CO2 Net Zero as a pioneer of the automotive industry is a priority: In June 2022, Forvia became the first global automotive group to be certified with the new SBTI Net-Zero Standard (the most ambitious standard of SBTi), aligned with the ambition of the 2015 Paris Agreement of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Three principles guide our action: use less, use better and use longer, with a focus on recyclability and circular economy.

Why join us

FORVIA, a global automotive technology supplier, comprises the complementary technology and industrial strengths of Faurecia and HELLA.

With over 137 500 people, including more than 12,000 R&D engineers across 40+ countries, FORVIA provides a unique and comprehensive approach to the automotive challenges of today and tomorrow. Composed of 6 business groups and a strong IP portfolio of over 12,400 patents, FORVIA is focused on becoming the preferred innovation and integration partner for OEMs worldwide.

In 2025, the Group achieved a consolidated revenue of 26.2 billion euros prior to IFRS 5. FORVIA SE is listed under the FRVIA mnemonic code and is a component of the SBF 120 index.

FORVIA aims to be a change maker committed to foreseeing and making the mobility transformation happen. www.forvia.com