Quality Manager

Voltava; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Voltava is seeking a Quality Manager to lead site-level quality, customer satisfaction, and system performance in its automotive assembly environment. You will drive continuous improvement, manage audits, and mentor the quality team to deliver high-quality modules.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years inQuality Engineering within automotive manufacturing, strong data-driven decision making, and proficiency with APQP, PFMEA, and IATF 16949 standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Quality Engineering, including at least 2 years in an automotive manufacturing or assembly environment.
• Strong commitment to continuous improvement and world-class performance.
• Demonstrated ability to use data to make decisions, solve problems, and drive improvements using metrics and KPIs.
• Working knowledge of APQP processes, PFMEA, Control Plans, and ISO 9001 or IATF 16949 quality systems.
• Experience with root cause analysis tools such as 8D, 5 Why, and Fishbone.

Responsibilities

• Own site-level product quality, customer satisfaction, and quality system performance.
• Monitor and report key quality metrics (COPQ, scrap, FTTQ, etc.).
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across supplier, internal, and customer quality activities.
• Manage internal, third-party, and customer audit processes and corrective actions.
• Build and maintain strong customer and supplier relationships.
• Coach plant quality team members and customer liaisons on quality tools and standard work.
• Coach teams on problem solving, process management, and statistical analysis.
• Use root cause analysis tools to identify, prevent, and correct failures.
• Validate and support verification methods and process controls.

Skills

Quality engineering

Automotive manufacturing

Data-driven decisions

PDCA

8D/5 Why/Fishbone

PFMEA/Control Plans

ISO 9001 / IATF 16949

Leadership

Communication skills

Excel

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About Voltava

At Voltava, people power everything we do. We are a premier global manufacturing and assembly partner formed through the combination of Detroit Manufacturing Systems, Android Industries, and Avancez with approximately 5,400 Team Members across 21 facilities worldwide. Our vibrant, collaborative, and people-focused culture is the foundation for everything we deliver, from complex module assembly and sequencing to contract manufacturing, supply chain, automation, and tooling and equipment design for OEM customers across the automotive, industrial, e-mobility, heavy truck, defense, and technology sectors. Kinetyc, our scalable contract manufacturing arm based in Wixom, Michigan, expands our capabilities and capacity to support customers across a range of industries. Together, we are Building A Better Everything.

About The Role

Quality Manager is responsible for managing both business systems and quality functional activities within a site to deliver customer satisfaction and high-quality modules. This key position is the voice of the customer in our assembly plants and the coach for problem solving and system adherence on site.

What You Will Do

• Own site-level product quality, customer satisfaction, and quality system performance to ensure consistent delivery of high-quality modules.
• Monitor, analyze, and report key quality metrics, including Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ), scrap, First Time Through Quality (FTTQ), and other site performance indicators.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across supplier, internal, and customer quality activities, using data and key metrics to prioritize opportunities and drive measurable results.
• Manage internal, third-party, and customer audit processes, including documentation requirements, corrective actions, and follow-up activities to maintain certifications and strengthen customer satisfaction.
• Build and maintain strong customer and supplier relationships while serving as the voice of the customer within the plant.
• Lead, coach, and develop plant quality team members and customer liaisons, ensuring effective use of quality tools, methodologies, and standard work.
• Serve as a subject matter expert by coaching plant teams on problem-solving tools, process management, measurement techniques, statistical analysis, and quality system adherence.
• Use root cause analysis tools such as 8D, 5 Why, and Fishbone to identify, prevent, and correct failures within the assembly process.
• Validate and support the development of verification methods, error-proofing practices, and process controls at the site.

What You Need To Be Successful

• 5+ years of experience in Quality Engineering, including at least 2 years in an automotive manufacturing or assembly environment.
• Strong commitment to personal, team, and operational excellence, with a continuous improvement mindset and a focus on achieving world-class performance standards.
• Demonstrated ability to use data to make decisions, solve problems, and drive improvements using tools such as PDCA, Pareto charts, 8D, 5 Why, budgets, forecasts, and key performance indicators.
• Strong understanding of APQP processes, including working knowledge of PFMEA, Control Plans, and ISO 9001 or IATF 16949:2016 quality systems.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing engineering concepts related to automated assembly equipment, product assemblies, tooling, fixtures, gauges, or similar production environments.
• Proven leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across functions, influence stakeholders, and mentor and develop team members.
• Customer-focused approach with a strong sense of urgency, excellent time management skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced automotive assembly or sequencing environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly and influence at all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, for reporting, analysis, and performance tracking.

Bonus Points If You Have

• Quality Certification preferred (CQE, Six Sigma Green Belt, CQA, etc.)

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, or related field

Travel

• Minimal

What We Offer

We believe our team members are our greatest investment, which is why we offer a competitive total rewards package designed to support you at every stage of your career and life. Our benefits may include comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, retirement savings programs with employer contributions, tuition reimbursement, paid time off and holidays, employee assistance resources, and additional wellness programs and benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, professional growth, and overall quality of life.

Our Core Values

• Respect: We create belonging by bringing out the best in each other.
• Integrity: We earn trust through every interaction.
• Courage: We show up fully even when it would be easier not to.
• Impact: We strengthen the people and places around us.

Together, we are Building A Better Everything.

Voltava is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining talented individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

At Voltava, employment decisions are based on qualifications, skills, experience, and business needs. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce strengthens our ability to innovate, serve our customers, and achieve our goals.

Accessibility and Accommodations

Voltava is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process and during employment. If you require assistance or an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact [e-mail]. Requests for accommodation will be reviewed and considered in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.