Quality Manager (Automotive)

The Keystone Distinction Group; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

The Keystone Distinction Group in East Tennessee is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager for a high-volume manufacturing plant in Knoxville. The role ensures IATF 16949 compliance and designs quality systems and audits, leading a 10-member quality team.

Ideal candidate has a BS degree with 5+ years in a Quality Manager role, strong communication skills, and experience with automotive quality methodologies (8D, 5Why, FMEA) and root cause analysis.

Qualifications

• BS degree in a technical discipline is required.
• 5+ years of experience in a Quality Manager role.
• Experience with Automotive Quality systems is ideal.
• IATF 16949 compliance experience is required.
• Strong communication and leadership skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure IATF 16949 compliance and lead quality audits.
• Design and implement Quality systems and product audit programs.
• Lead a 10-member Quality team and drive continuous improvement.
• Interface with customers and Plant Manager on quality issues and metrics.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership

Education

BS degree

Tools

IATF 16949

8D

5Why

FMEA

Job description

East TN, high-volume manufacturing plant has immediate opening for a Quality Assurance Manager. Ideal candidate will have BS degree (in a technical discipline) along with at least 5+ years prior experience in a Quality Manager role.

Experience in Automotive Quality systems is ideal. The Quality Assurance Manager will ensure IATF 16949 compliance, and will also design Quality systems and product audits. Will lead a 10-member Quality team.

This is a highly visible role reporting to the Plant Manager. Must have strong communication skills as this role involves regular interaction with customers. Knowledge of 8D, 5Why, FMEA and Root Cause Analysis is highly important.

This is a fast-paced environment where Quality is held to a high-standard. The Quality Assurance Manager is a key member of the plant leadership team.

Compensation package is highly competitive with strong benefits package.

Relocation assistance is AVAILABLE.