Automotive Quality Leader — CI, IATF 16949 & PPAP

Ambe; Chicago (IL); Sur place; USD 95 000 - 135 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Ambe is seeking a Quality Manager for an automotive manufacturing environment in the Chicago area. You will lead the quality organization, drive continuous improvements, and coordinate with customers and suppliers to meet quality metrics.

The role requires 7–10+ years in automotive quality management, Six Sigma Black/Green Belt, and strong knowledge of IATF 16949 and ISO 9001. Travel and hands-on leadership are expected, with a focus on FTQ and process control.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• 7–10+ years of quality management in automotive, Tier 1 preferred.
• 3+ years leading a quality team; Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt required.
• ASQ CQE preferred; strong knowledge of IATF 16949 and ISO 9001; Ford Q1 preferred.

Responsabilités

• Lead, mentor, and develop the Quality team while driving departmental performance and continuous improvement.
• Oversee corrective action processes and ensure timely resolution of customer quality concerns.
• Manage customer quality metrics, including PPMs, PRRs, NCTs, and quality reporting requirements.
• Maintain and improve automotive Core Tools, including Control Plans, PFMEA, MSA, SPC, APQP, and PPAP documentation.
• Drive structured problem-solving initiatives using root cause analysis and 8D methodology.
• Ensure product and process quality standards are met, including fit, finish, durability, and appearance requirements.
• Monitor key product and process characteristics and implement improvement plans.
• Support compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, customer-specific requirements, and industry standards.
• Serve as the primary quality contact for customer concerns and lead supplier quality improvement efforts.
• Manage supplier quality activities, including audits, incoming quality processes, and corrective actions.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to reduce scrap, downtime, and improve First Time Quality (FTQ).

Connaissances

Communication skills

Multilingual

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Outils

Minitab

AIAG Core Tools

8D problem solving

Description du poste

Ambe is seeking a Quality Manager for an automotive manufacturing environment in the Chicago area. You will lead the quality organization, drive continuous improvements, and coordinate with customers and suppliers to meet quality metrics.

The role requires 7–10+ years in automotive quality management, Six Sigma Black/Green Belt, and strong knowledge of IATF 16949 and ISO 9001. Travel and hands-on leadership are expected, with a focus on FTQ and process control.