Project Quality Manager Specialist

ManpowerGroup; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Contract-to-hire

Job summary

ManpowerGroup's client in automotive manufacturing seeks a Project Quality Manager Specialist in Auburn Hills, MI to join the North America Cross Car Line team, supporting Top Hat, Platform and Modules.

You will perform root cause analysis with tools like Kepner-Tregoe, Shainin Red X and DOE, drive corrective actions, analyze quality data and coordinate engineering changes with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Experience leading cross-functional teams in automotive engineering, manufacturing, or quality.
• Strong communication to support meetings at all organizational levels, including senior leadership.
• Proven ability to develop and execute standardization initiatives in lean environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform root cause analysis of quality issues using advanced tools.
• Recommend and implement permanent corrective actions to resolve quality concerns.
• Analyze quality data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Manage engineering changes with cross-functional teams to ensure timely execution and compliance.
• Conduct product evaluation tests and serve as the contact for quality incidents.

Skills

Cross-functional team leadership

Automotive quality experience

Communication skills

Influence without authority

Lean process improvement

Job description

Our client, a leading organization in the automotive manufacturing industry, is seeking a Project Quality Manager Specialist to join their team. As a Project Quality Manager Specialist, you will be part of the North America Cross Car Line organization supporting the Top Hat, Platform, and Modules teams. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, proactive communication, and a collaborative mindset, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title:

Project Quality Manager Specialist

Location:

Auburn Hills, MI (Onsite)

Pay Range: $25/hr - $27/hr

What's the Job?

• Perform root cause analysis of quality issues using advanced problem‑solving tools such as Kepner‑Tregoe, Shainin Red X, and Design of Experiments.

• Recommend and implement cost‑effective, permanent corrective actions to resolve vehicle quality concerns.

• Analyze quality data from internal and external indicators to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.

• Manage engineering changes in collaboration with cross‑functional teams to ensure timely execution and compliance.

• Conduct product evaluation tests to verify robustness before full implementation and serve as the point of contact for engineering quality incidents.

What's Needed?

• Experience in managing cross‑functional teams within automotive engineering, manufacturing, or quality landscapes.

• Strong communication skills to support meetings at all organizational levels, including senior leadership.

• Proven ability to develop and execute standardization initiatives in a lean environment.

• High‑energy, hands‑on approach with a strong sense of integrity and leadership presence.

• Ability to influence without direct authority and establish internal and external partnerships.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to work on impactful automotive quality projects in a dynamic environment.

• Engagement with a collaborative and innovative team committed to excellence.

• Potential for immediate start with a possibility of a 3-month contract‑to‑hire arrangement.

• Exposure to advanced problem‑solving tools and methodologies in automotive quality management.

• Supportive work environment that values diversity, integrity, and professional growth.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

• Dental Plan

• Vision Plan

• Health Savings Account

• Health Flexible Spending Account

• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

• Supplemental Life Insurance

• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance

• Business Travel Insurance

• 401(k), Plus Match

• Weekly Pay

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis and Talent Solutions.

Experis® is a global leader in technology services and part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN) family of brands. We connect skilled technology professionals with meaningful opportunities where they can grow their careers, expand their expertise and make a real impact. Guided by the belief that it takes Human Ingenuity to unlock the true potential of technology, Experis helps people gain experience with leading organizations, build sought‑after skills and take the next step toward a brighter future. Backed by ManpowerGroup's 75+ years of workforce expertise and global reach across more than 70 countries and territories, Experis brings the scale, insight and opportunity to help people and businesses thrive. ManpowerGroup is consistently recognized for its commitment to inclusion, ethics and responsible business, including being named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies. Learn more at Experis.com.

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