Quality Manager (Automotive)

Eden Capital Careers; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Eden Capital Careers seeks a Quality Assurance Manager for a high-volume East Tennessee plant. Ideal candidates have a BS degree in a technical discipline and 5+ years as a Quality Manager, with Automotive quality system experience.

The role ensures IATF 16949 compliance, designs quality systems and product audits, and leads a 10-member quality team. Strong communication with customers and cross-functional teams is essential for success in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• BS degree in a technical discipline with 5+ years in a Quality Manager role.
• Experience in Automotive quality systems and IATF 16949 compliance.
• Experience leading a 10-member quality team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the QA team and ensure IATF 16949 compliance.
• Design quality systems and conduct product audits.
• Interact with customers and plant leadership; drive root cause analysis and corrective actions.

Skills

Quality management

Strong communication

Root cause analysis

Education

BS degree in a technical discipline

Tools

8D

5Why

FMEA

IATF 16949

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.