Quality Manager

Confidential; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential, a leading global organization in the automotive sector, seeks an experienced Quality Manager to join its Chattanooga (TN) team. You will drive quality performance, lead continuous improvement initiatives, and partner with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced production environment.

You will oversee compliance with IATF 16949 and ISO 14001, lead problem-solving via 8D and RCA, and mentor teams to uphold rigorous quality standards while delivering exceptional customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, quality, manufacturing, or related field.
• 5+ years of quality leadership in automotive.
• Proven ability to lead and develop teams.
• Extensive knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 14001, and customer requirements.
• Experience with 8D, root cause analysis, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Onsite presence required.

Responsibilities

• Drive quality excellence and continuous improvement across the facility.
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 14001, and quality standards.
• Lead 8D/QRQC, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams.
• Support APQP, FMEA, process validation, and change management.
• Monitor quality KPIs and drive corrective actions.
• Lead audits and ensure closure of findings.
• Coach teams to strengthen quality systems and culture.

Skills

Quality leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Team development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Manufacturing

Tools

IATF 16949

FMEA

Six Sigma

Job description

A leading global organization serving the automotive industry is seeking an experienced Quality Manager to join its team in Chattanooga (TN). This role offers the opportunity to drive quality performance, lead continuous improvement initiatives, and partner with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced production environment.

• Driving a culture of quality excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement throughout the facility.
• Ensuring compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 14001, customer-specific requirements, and internal quality standards.
• Leading structured problem-solving initiatives through 8D, QRQC, Root Cause Analysis, and corrective action processes.
• Partnering with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional quality performance and customer satisfaction.
• Supporting successful program launches through participation in APQP, FMEA, process validation, and change management activities.
• Monitoring quality KPIs and driving actions to improve product quality, operational performance, and customer metrics.
• Leading internal, customer, and certification audits while ensuring audit readiness and effective closure of findings.
• Developing and coaching teams to strengthen quality systems, compliance, and a proactive quality mindset across the organization.

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related field.
• 5+ years of Quality leadership experience in the automotive industry.
• Proven leadership experience managing and developing teams.
• Strong knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 14001, FMEA, Control Plans, and customer-specific requirements.
• Experience with 8D, Root Cause Analysis, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Solid understanding of product quality, process quality, and product safety requirements.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

This role requires a regular onsite presence to support plant operations and cross-functional collaboration.