Plant Quality Manager

AUTOKINITON; Avon (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AUTOKINITON, a leading automotive supplier in Ohio, seeks a Quality Engineering leader to develop and drive a progressive quality system, ensuring defect prevention and process compliance with IATF 16949 standards. This role includes managing direct reports, mentoring teams, and coordinating with customers and suppliers.

The successful candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in engineering/management/business, ASQC certification, and 3+ years in quality engineering with 2+ years in management,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Management or Business; ASQC certification or equivalent.
• Master’s degree preferred for advanced roles.
• 3+ years in Quality Eng/QA with 2+ years in management.
• Familiar with GD&T, PPAP, APQP and IATF requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and drive implementation of a progressive Quality system to prevent defects and exceed customer expectations and achieve awards (IATF 16949, Q1).
• Oversee timely quality participation in planning activities (planning, control plans, capability studies, PPAP, etc.).
• Lead and mentor direct reports, providing coaching and corrective action as needed.
• Ensure product and process compliance to customer and IATF 16949 requirements.
• Develop and standardize company and plant policies and procedures.
• Provide direction to department associates aligned with plant business goals.
• Develop Level II and Level III documentation as required.
• Ensure correct use of inspection equipment and data gathering/analysis.

Skills

Quality engineering

Quality assurance

Leadership

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Management/Business

ASQC certification

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Powerway

Job description

At AUTOKINITON, we are more than just an automotive supplier — we are the backbone of vehicle performance and safety. Specializing in high-strength structural components and precision stamping assemblies, our parts are trusted by the world’s leading automakers.

Our dedicated teams, proudly deliver quality parts and assemblies that contribute to vehicle durability and safety. With decades of experience, a passion for continuous improvement, and a forward-thinking approach, we play a critical role in shaping the future of mobility.

Domestic Relocation Available.

RESPONSIBLITIES:

• Develop and drive implementation of a progressive Quality system to prevent defects and exceed customer expectations and achieve customer/quality awards (ex. IATF 16949, Q1, etc.).
• Oversee proper and timely Quality related participation in advanced product and process planning activities (ex. planning, control plans, capability studies, PPAP, etc.)
• Responsible for performance feedback and leadership of all direct reports including mentoring, coaching, counseling and corrective action when situations dictate.
• Ensure product and process compliance to customer and IATF 16949 requirements.
• Develop standardization for the Company and plant policies and procedures.
• Provide direction and leadership to department Associates consistent with plant business plan goals.
• Develop and maintain Level II (operating procedures) and Level III (work instructions) documentation as required with appropriate input.
• Assure the correct use of inspection equipment and data gathering / analysis, and whenever possible utilize latest technology applications.
• Use company metric format to effectively track monitor and implement required corrective/improvement activities related to business plan, goals, issues, etc.
• Represent the company during customer/supplier visits and surveys, and during meetings and presentations at the customer/supplier locations.
• This role reports to the Plant Manager, has three direct reports, and support from the Corporate Area Quality Manager.

SUCCESS FACTORS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Management or Business, appropriate ASQC certification or equivalent experience. Master’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum three (3) years in Quality Engineering / Quality Assurance and two (2) years of management experience.
• Knowledge of quality tools, practices, systems and corresponding integration.
• Excellent procedure development, organizational, analytical and communication skills.
• Knowledge of customer required software (e.g., Powerway, etc.).
• Familiar with GD&T, PPAP, APQP, IATF and other customer specific requirements.