CI - Q-Excellence Group Leader

Sumitomo Electric; Warsaw (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Sumitomo Electric in Warsaw, Indiana, seeks a CI - Q-Excellence Group Leader to lead quality systems development and certification efforts. The role demands driving QMS/QOS integration, auditing, and continuous improvement across supplier and manufacturing interfaces.

The position requires expertise in automotive quality standards, strong project management, and the ability to mentor teams in data-driven decision making. It is based in Warsaw, Indiana on a full-time contract basis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in quality, engineering or related field required.
• 8+ years in QMS and QOS systems management, preferably in automotive.
• Experience with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of experts in Q-Excellence, QMS, QOS, and PMT for quality systems development, integration and rollout.
• Oversee quality systems from startup through integration, validation, training and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate requirements, user feedback, and best practices for QMS and QOS systems to meet stakeholder needs.

Skills

Quality systems

Leadership

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Auditing

Education

Bachelor's degree in quality, engineering or related field

Tools

PLM

MES

ERP

ISO 9001

IATF 16949

Job description

Position: CI - Q-Excellence Group Leader

Sector: Manufacturing Engineering

Location: Warsaw, Indiana USA

*Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility to work full time in the United States*

About the company

My client is an innovative American automotive manufacturer focused on redefining affordable electric mobility. They are developing a new generation of purpose-built electric vehicles with an emphasis on simplicity, modular design, and customer customisation.

They are looking for a CI - Q-Excellence Group Leader to join their expanding team on a Contract basis. The role will be based in Warsaw, Indiana.

Job Description

• Lead a team of experts in Q-Excellence, QMS, QOS, and PMT for quality systems development, integration and rollout for the Client, aligning with the business objectives and priorities.
• Lead the team for quality systems from startup, integration, validation, training, support, to continuous improvement.
• Coordinate the requirements, user feedback, and best practices for the QMS and QOS systems, ensuring that they meet the needs and expectations of the internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with IT functional heads, other functional heads and external vendors to ensure the quality system is and remains reliable, secure, scalable, and compliant with the policies and standards.
• Support the supplier quality, manufacturing quality, and integration processes for the QMS/ QOS, ensuring that they are consistent, efficient, and effective.
• Lead auditing and certification activities for ISO and IATF for the Client
• Assist in auditing activities at supplier as required to support the success of the organization
• Monitor and report on the quality systems performance, quality, and compliance, identifying and resolving any issues or risks.
• Provide guidance, coaching and training to quality systems users, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
• Support data mining and analysis activities to streamline the Clients' data accuracy and management, particularly related to quality.
• Supports the implementation of relevant corrective actions, preventive actions and activities in striving for excellence.
• Supports and contributes to service requests regarding management system, processes, methods and tools as well as for training.
• Support/ lead special projects driving CI and Excellence relative to data collection and analysis.li>
• Support definition of quality systems relative to processes, methods and tools in collaboration with quality and cross-functional teams.
• Define and lead a team for the QOS and Q-Excellence programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in quality, engineering or related field.
• At least 8 years of experience in QMS and QOS systems management, preferably in the automotive industry.
• Good knowledge of quality systems, processes, methods, tools and standards, such as ISO 9001, IATF 16949, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA, etc.
• Proven experience in QMS and QOS systems integration, support and validation
• Experience with integration with PLM, MES and ERP systems (Preferred)
• Excellent project management, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners.
• Passion for quality, innovation, and sustainability.
• Good communication and project management skills
• Excellent technical/procedural writing skills
• Highest level of integrity and the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced start-up environment.
• VDA, ISO or IATF auditor experience required (certification preferred)

Work Authorization Requirement

• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis.
• Our Client are unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Employment is at will and may be terminated by either party at any time.

We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact us if you need assistance in the application process