Automotive Supplier Quality & Improvement Lead

Kia Georgia, Inc.

West Point (GA)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 110,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

401k retirement savings plan

Paid time off (15 holidays + vacation)

Tuition assistance

Purchase discounts on Kia automobiles

Job summary

Kia Georgia, Inc. seeks a supplier quality development professional to lead on-site improvements with KIA Georgia suppliers and internal departments.

You will drive Development and Quality efforts to optimize processes, address concerns, and plan for future activities. Responsibilities include coordinating supplier improvement projects, validating change points, tracking progress, and supporting model projects.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering or related field with 2–5 years in quality/control in manufacturing.
OEM or parts components supplier experience.
Excellent written and verbal communication, analytical and organizational skills.
Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion.

Responsibilities

Supplier Improvement Projects (Internal or External Data used for improvement).
On Site validation of Supplier Change Points; regular reports to management.
New Model Project management support to model project leader.
Summarize and track supplier progress; milestone reports; supplier change point validation.
Weekly management of Department EO Change assignments.
Monthly Management of IATF Supplier Status.
Other duties as assigned.