Quality Manager – Industrial Automation

BRYDGY LLC; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Performance bonus (8–20%)

Job summary

BRYDGY LLC, Novi, Michigan, seeks a Quality Manager – Industrial Automation to lead end-to-end quality across automated assembly lines, robotic systems, and global supplier networks. You will own the QMS from APQP through production launch and ongoing operations, ensuring flawless delivery for automotive and EV manufacturing partners.

The role demands a technically rigorous, commercially minded leader who can bridge OEM expectations with global manufacturing realities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Mechanical, Industrial, or Mechatronics.
• CQE/CQA or IATF 16949 lead auditor certification strongly preferred.
• Master's degree or Six Sigma Black Belt a plus.
• 8+ years of quality engineering or quality management in automotive/automation environments.
• Experience with PPAP, APQP, FMEA, Control Plans, MSA, and SPC per AIAG.
• Experience conducting international supplier quality audits.

Responsibilities

• Own and operate the QMS across all automation programs: inspection, supplier quality, audits, CAPA.
• Lead APQP, PFMEA, Control Plans for new automation program launches.
• Manage complete PPAP process: dimensional reports, material certs, gauge R&R, customer submission.
• Drive CAPA processes in response to customer complaints and non-conformances.
• Lead quality audits of automation system integrators and supply chain partners globally.
• Define and monitor supplier quality KPIs: PPM, FTQ, on-time corrective action closure.
• Ensure compliance: IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 13849, IEC 62061 for automated systems.
• Partner with engineering to approve quality documentation and pre-shipment inspection reports.
• Drive continuous improvement via SPC, Lean, and Six Sigma across active programs.
• Train team members and supplier personnel on quality standards and inspection methodologies.
• Represent quality in customer-facing reviews, milestone gate checks, and program discussions.

Skills

Quality leadership

APQP

FMEA

IATF 16949

Statistical analysis

Cross-functional teamwork

Process improvement

Data-driven decisions

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical/Industrial/Mechatronics

CQE/CQA or IATF lead auditor (preferred)

Master's degree or Six Sigma Black Belt (plus)

Tools

MS Office

QMS software

Minitab

Power BI

Job description

BRYDGY LLC | SEATYNGS | WESTWYNZ AUTOMATION

Quality Manager – Industrial Automation

Full-time 22960 Venture Dr, Novi, MI 48375

Automotive, Electric Vehicles (EV), Industrial Automation

We are seeking a Quality Manager – Industrial Automation to lead and own the end-to-end quality function across automated assembly lines, robotic systems, smart manufacturing cells, and global supply chain partners. A technically rigorous, commercially aware leadership role for someone who bridges demanding OEM customer expectations with global manufacturing execution realities.

Role Overview

Establish, lead, and continuously evolve a world-class Quality Management System for industrial automation programs — from APQP through production launch and steady-state operations — ensuring flawless delivery that builds lasting confidence with automotive and EV manufacturing customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and operate the QMS across all automation programs: inspection, supplier quality, audits, CAPA
• Lead APQP, PFMEA, Control Plans for new automation program launches
• Manage complete PPAP process: dimensional reports, material certs, gauge R&R, customer submission
• Drive CAPA processes in response to customer complaints and non-conformances
• Lead quality audits of automation system integrators and supply chain partners globally
• Define and monitor supplier quality KPIs: PPM, FTQ, on-time corrective action closure
• Ensure compliance: IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 13849, IEC 62061 for automated systems
• Partner with engineering to approve quality documentation and pre-shipment inspection reports
• Drive continuous improvement via SPC, Lean, and Six Sigma across active programs
• Support FAI events and customer acceptance testing (CAT) at OEM and Tier 1 facilities
• Train team members and supplier personnel on quality standards and inspection methodologies
• Represent quality in customer-facing reviews, milestone gate checks, and program discussions

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Mechatronics (required)
• CQE, CQA, or IATF 16949 lead auditor certification strongly preferred
• Master's degree or Six Sigma Black Belt a plus
• 8+ years of quality engineering or quality management in automotive/automation environments
• Demonstrated experience in automation/robotics programs from concept through production launch
• Deep expertise with PPAP, APQP, FMEA, Control Plans, MSA, and SPC per AIAG
• Experience conducting international supplier quality audits
• Automation-first quality mindset: standards specific to automated systems, not just discrete parts
• Techno-commercial awareness: links quality outcomes to program profitability and retention
• Strong cross-functional leadership across engineering, supply chain, and supplier teams
• Data-driven: SPC, KPI dashboards, quality analytics driving all decisions
• Strong 8D, A3, and statistical root cause analysis skills
• Executive presentation: presents quality performance clearly to customers and leadership
• Self-driven, detail-oriented in a fast-paced, globally distributed team environment
• Entrepreneurial: builds quality systems from ground up in a growing operation
• Digital quality: traceability, real-time SPC, MES-integrated inspection

Performance Bonus

8% – 20% based on quality KPI achievement and program delivery metrics

IATF 16949 lead auditor + international supplier quality experience commands the upper range

Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) per company policy

BRYDGY LLC | SEATYNGS | WESTWYNZ AUTOMATION

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