Automotive Quality Launch Leader

Accelera; Dublin (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera seeks a Quality Launch Lead to spearhead quality planning and execution for complex manufacturing projects from quotation through full-scale production. You will ensure products meet automotive standards while driving cross-functional teams toward high-quality launches.

Lead APQP initiatives, manage PPAP, facilitate FMEA and risk assessments, and serve as the primary contact for OEM and Tier 1 customers, driving continuous quality improvements across the program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related technical field.
• Proven automotive quality management experience, specifically in launch environments.
• Deep expertise in APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and 8D problem-solving.
• Strong ability to read GD&T and complex engineering drawings.
• Hands-on experience with statistical analysis and Cp/Cpk studies.

Responsibilities

• Direct APQP initiatives to ensure milestones are met on time and within quality specs.
• Manage PPAP to secure timely customer approvals and project sign-offs.
• Facilitate FMEA and risk assessments to proactively identify and mitigate issues.
• Serve as main quality contact for OEM and Tier 1 customers regarding quality performance.
• Analyze KPIs such as scrap, rework, and cost of poor quality to drive improvement.
• Oversee MSA and SPC to ensure process capability and data integrity.
• Collaborate with suppliers to verify quality requirements and support performance development.

Skills

APQP

PPAP

FMEA

8D

GD&T

Cp/Cpk

Statistical analysis

Process capability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Accelera seeks a Quality Launch Lead to spearhead quality planning and execution for complex manufacturing projects from quotation through full-scale production. You will ensure products meet automotive standards while driving cross-functional teams toward high-quality launches.

Lead APQP initiatives, manage PPAP, facilitate FMEA and risk assessments, and serve as the primary contact for OEM and Tier 1 customers, driving continuous quality improvements across the program.