Quality Manager (Automotive) King Recruiting Services

KingRecruitingServices; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

King Recruiting Services seeks a Quality Assurance Manager for a high-volume automotive plant in Knoxville, TN. The ideal candidate holds a BS in a technical field and 5+ years leading quality teams.

The role ensures IATF 16949 compliance, designs quality systems and audits, and leads root-cause analysis using 8D, 5Why, and FMEA. Strong communication with customers is essential, and relocation assistance is available.

Qualifications

• BS degree in a technical discipline required.
• 5+ years in a Quality Manager role.
• Experience in automotive quality systems preferred (IATF 16949).
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead a 10-person Quality team and drive quality improvements.
• Ensure IATF 16949 compliance and maintain audit readiness.
• Design and implement quality systems and product audits.
• Lead root cause analysis using 8D, 5Why, and FMEA.
• Collaborate with Plant Manager and customers on quality issues.

Skills

Leadership

Quality management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

8D, 5Why, FMEA

Education

Bachelor of Science in a technical discipline

Job description

Quality Manager (Automotive) - King Recruiting Services JobsBack to Previous Search# Quality Manager (Automotive)* Posted 3 days agoLocation: Knoxville, TNEast 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**.