Assistant Quality Manager, Automotive Supplier Quality

Blueworx; West Point (GA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

BlueWorx is seeking an experienced Assistant Quality Manager to oversee supplier quality performance, incoming inspection, and continuous improvement in a high-volume automotive facility in West Point, GA.

The ideal candidate will lead a team of 3–5 direct reports and bring extensive knowledge of IATF 16949, corrective actions, supplier performance management, and manufacturing quality systems to ensure materials meet quality requirements and drive cost of quality improvements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Four-year degree or equivalent relevant work experience.
• Experience in supplier quality, quality assurance, or manufacturing quality operations.
• Strong understanding of incoming inspection and supplier quality processes.
• Knowledge of automotive quality management systems, including IATF 16949.
• Experience analyzing quality data and implementing corrective actions.
• Familiarity with supplier documentation and product approval processes.
• Strong leadership and employee development skills.
• Ability to manage quality KPIs and departmental performance.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with suppliers, manufacturing personnel, and management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee supplier quality activities and incoming inspection processes.
• Ensure incoming materials and components meet established quality specifications.
• Monitor internal and external quality issues and identify trends.
• Analyze quality data and require corrective action plans when necessary.
• Communicate quality concerns and inspection findings to suppliers.
• Track corrective actions and verify effectiveness.
• Promote safe work practices and maintain organized work areas following 5S principles.
• Develop and manage departmental budgets.
• Coach and mentor employees to improve performance.
• Coordinate quality initiatives with manufacturing and management teams.

Skills

Automotive supplier quality

IATF 16949

Incoming quality control

Corrective actions

Supplier performance management

Manufacturing quality systems

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Four-year degree or equivalent relevant work experience

Job description

BlueWorx is seeking an experienced Assistant Quality Manager to oversee supplier quality performance, incoming inspection, and continuous improvement in a high-volume automotive facility in West Point, GA.

The ideal candidate will lead a team of 3–5 direct reports and bring extensive knowledge of IATF 16949, corrective actions, supplier performance management, and manufacturing quality systems to ensure materials meet quality requirements and drive cost of quality improvements.