Quality Project Manager

Torrey Holistics; Dublin (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Erdrich USA Inc. seeks an experienced Quality Project Manager (QPM) to drive quality planning and execution for automotive manufacturing projects from quotation through launch and serial production.

This role ensures compliance with customer requirements, automotive standards, and internal quality systems, while coordinating cross-functional teams and suppliers globally to achieve top quality. Responsibilities include leading APQP, PPAP, FMEA risk analysis, and production release processes,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; equivalent automotive quality experience considered.
• Experience in automotive quality management, launches and quality engineering.
• Experience with OEM and Tier 1 customers preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead APQP activities across the project lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain project quality plans, control plans, and MSAs.
• Coordinate PPAP submissions and customer approvals.
• Manage supplier quality integration and audits.
• Lead risk analyses (FMEA, 8D, 5 Why) and containment actions.

Skills

APQP

PPAP

FMEA

MSA

SPC

8D Problem Solving

5 Whys

Ishikawa

Root Cause Analysis

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Babtec

Qlik Sense

Job description

Quality Project Manager (QPM)Automotive ManufacturingLocation: Dublin, GADepartment: QualityReports To: Business Unit Management Dublin (Technical reporting to Business Unit Management ZF/SGU)Position SummaryErdrich USA Inc. is seeking an experienced Quality Project Manager (QPM) to lead quality planning and execution activities for automotive manufacturing projects from quotation through launch and series production. The QPM will ensure compliance with customer-specific requirements, automotive quality standards, and internal quality systems while driving successful project launches, supplier quality integration, and continuous improvement initiatives.This role serves as the primary quality representative for new product launches, supporting cross-functional teams, suppliers, customers, and international manufacturing locations to achieve world-class quality performance.Key ResponsibilitiesAdvanced Quality Planning & Project LaunchLead Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities throughout the project lifecycle.Manage quality deliverables to meet customer, timing, cost, and quality requirements.Support quotation and feasibility reviews, including risk assessments and supplier technical evaluations.Develop and maintain project quality plans, control plans, inspection plans, and measurement system strategies.Identify Critical-to-Quality (CTQ) characteristics and ensure appropriate controls are implemented.Coordinate Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) submissions and customer approvals.Customer & Supplier Quality ManagementServe as the primary customer contact for project quality matters.Interface directly with OEM and Tier 1 customer quality teams regarding launches, concerns, approvals, and corrective actions.Collaborate with suppliers to ensure compliance with quality requirements and APQP deliverables.Support supplier qualification, development, and performance improvement initiatives.Participate in customer audits, assessments, and process approvals.Quality Engineering & Risk ManagementLead and facilitate Process FMEA and risk analysis activities.Utilize Lessons Learned, 8D, 5 Why, Ishikawa, and other problem-solving methodologies to prevent recurring issues.Plan and coordinate capability studies, including:- Process Capability (Cp/Cpk)Measurement System Analysis (MSA)Statistical Process Control (SPC)Gauge and inspection equipment validationAnalyze and evaluate inspection and measurement requirements for new and existing products.Continuous Improvement & Production SupportMonitor launch and production quality metrics, including:- ScrapReworkInternal defectsCustomer complaintsCost of Poor Quality (COPQ)Warranty and failure costsDrive corrective and preventive actions to improve manufacturing quality performance.Support engineering changes, production transfers, and continuous improvement initiatives.Train and coach production personnel on inspection requirements, quality standards, and project-specific quality controls.Required QualificationsEducationBachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, or related field preferred.Equivalent experience in automotive quality management will be considered.ExperienceExperience in automotive manufacturing quality, quality planning, launch management, or quality engineering.Experience working with OEM and Tier 1 automotive customers preferred.Strong background supporting new product launches and serial production environments.Technical KnowledgeStrong working knowledge of:APQPPPAPFMEAMSASPC8D Problem SolvingVDA 2 and VDA 5 methodologiesControl PlansStatistical AnalysisRoot Cause Analysis ToolsAutomotive Core ToolsExperience with:SAPMicrosoft Office SuiteBabtec or equivalent Quality Management SystemsQlik Sense or related reporting toolsManufacturing KnowledgeStamping and metal forming processesAssembly and joining technologiesInspection and measurement systemsGD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)Blueprint and engineering drawing interpretationDesired SkillsStrong customer-focused mindset with excellent relationship-building skills.Excellent communication and presentation skills.Ability to work effectively in cross-functional and global teams.Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.Project management and organizational skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment.Self-motivated with a continuous improvement mindset.Why Join Erdrich USA?Opportunity to support major automotive customer programs.Collaborative global manufacturing environment.Exposure to new product launches and advanced manufacturing technologies.Career growth opportunities within an international organization committed to operational excellence and quality leadership.Erdrich USA Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in the workplace.Keywords: Automotive Quality, APQP, PPAP, Quality Engineer, Quality Manager, Manufacturing Quality, Automotive Manufacturing, IATF 16949, FMEA, SPC, MSA, Project Quality, Launch Quality, Supplier Quality, OEM, Tier 1, Control Plans, Root Cause Analysis.