Quality Manager – IATF 16949 & Process Excellence

Exemplar Global; Morganfield (KY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Morganfield, KY based automotive supplier seeks a Quality Manager to plan, coordinate and direct the QA program ensuring continuous production of products meeting established standards. The role requires experience with IATF 16949 and leadership of QA activities.

The ideal candidate will hold a technical degree and have demonstrated ability to manage operations, apply statistical concepts, and maintain certifications while guiding direct reports and strategic objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university in a technical program; or two-year technical degree and related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• The combination of educational and practical experience is necessary for the employee to competently manage the operations of the site, to optimize the efficiency of operations at maximum profit
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability, capability and statistical inference
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical solutions
• Maintain proper certifications and /or qualifications for position
• Monitor and communicate Quality related operational measurable
• Evaluate competence of direct reports to perform defined activities and adjust when needed
• Evaluate, train and guide for future demands related to Strategic and Operational Plans & Objectives

Responsibilities

• Initiate action to prevent the occurrence of any non-conformities relating to product, process and quality system
• Identify and record any problems relating to the product, process and quality system per related procedures
• Initiate, recommend or provide solutions through designated channels per related procedures
• Verify the implementation of solutions and/or corrective actions
• Control further processing, delivery or installation of nonconforming product until the deficiency of unsatisfactory condition has been corrected
• Represent the “Needs of the Customer” in internal functions such as:
• Selection of special characteristics during the APQP process
• Manage the preparation of capability studies, gage R&R, inspection instructions and control plans for all new products per APQP Manual

Skills

IATF 16949 experience

Quality assurance leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in technical field

Job description

Morganfield, KY based automotive supplier seeks a Quality Manager to plan, coordinate and direct the QA program ensuring continuous production of products meeting established standards. The role requires experience with IATF 16949 and leadership of QA activities.

The ideal candidate will hold a technical degree and have demonstrated ability to manage operations, apply statistical concepts, and maintain certifications while guiding direct reports and strategic objectives.