Global Automotive Quality Launch Lead

ERDRICH USA; Dublin (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Erdrich USA Inc. is seeking an experienced Quality Project Manager (QPM) to lead quality planning and execution for automotive manufacturing projects from quotation through launch and series production.

The QPM will ensure compliance with customer-specific requirements, automotive quality standards, and internal quality systems while driving successful project launches, supplier quality integration, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience in automotive manufacturing quality planning and launches.
• Experience with OEM and Tier 1 customers preferred.
• Strong background supporting new product launches and serial production.
• Experience with APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA and SPC.

Responsibilities

• Lead APQP activities across the project lifecycle.
• Manage quality deliverables to meet cost, timing and quality.
• Support quotation reviews, risk assessments, and supplier evaluations.
• Develop and maintain project quality plans and measurement strategies.
• Coordinate PPAP submissions and customer approvals.
• Interface with OEM/Tier 1 quality teams and suppliers on launches and corrective actions.
• Lead risk analyses including FMEA and 8D problem solving.

Skills

Quality planning

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Communication

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Babtec

Qlik Sense

Job description

Erdrich USA Inc. is seeking an experienced Quality Project Manager (QPM) to lead quality planning and execution for automotive manufacturing projects from quotation through launch and series production.

The QPM will ensure compliance with customer-specific requirements, automotive quality standards, and internal quality systems while driving successful project launches, supplier quality integration, and continuous improvement initiatives.