Quality Lead & Compliance Champion

Lm Mfg; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

LM Manufacturing seeks a dedicated professional to assist the Quality Manager in directing daily Quality department operations at our Detroit plant. You will lead Quality Engineers, Liaisons and Technicians, ensuring customer needs are met and KPIs improve.

Key responsibilities include championing the IATF 16949 quality system, developing and maintaining quality policies, and coordinating internal audits and training. A strong leader with excellent communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of progressive quality experience in a JIT Automotive manufacturing environment.
• Prior lead or supervisory experience preferred.
• Demonstrates strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Quality Manager in directing daily Quality dept operations.
• Provide leadership to Quality Engineers, Liaisons, and Technicians.
• Communicate customer needs to LM Manufacturing personnel in a timely manner.
• Monitor and support KPI improvement efforts in the department.
• Champion LM Manufacturing's Quality Management System for IATF 16949 compliance.
• Develop, implement, and maintain quality policies and procedures.
• Maintain systems to track quality performance (containment, audits, corrective actions).
• Support quality reporting on customer performance, production quality, and supplier quality.
• Support APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, and control plan activities across programs.
• Coordinate internal audit activities per the audit program.
• Ensure training for all department employees in a timely manner.
• Support performance reviews for department staff.
• Ensure compliance with Company policies, safety rules, and standards.
• Collaborate on disciplinary actions with HR as needed.
• Promote Employee Charter and company goals; communicate positively.
• Support and manage relations with the union under the UAW contract.
• Maintain a safe work environment and adherence to safety policies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical

Project management

Quality systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

PFMEA

Control Plans

Job description

LM Manufacturing seeks a dedicated professional to assist the Quality Manager in directing daily Quality department operations at our Detroit plant. You will lead Quality Engineers, Liaisons and Technicians, ensuring customer needs are met and KPIs improve.

Key responsibilities include championing the IATF 16949 quality system, developing and maintaining quality policies, and coordinating internal audits and training. A strong leader with excellent communication is essential.