Quality Systems Analyst: IATF 16949 & Audit Champion

Grede; Reedsburg (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical benefits

401(k) match

PPE allowances

Paid time off

EAP

Job summary

Grede in Reedsburg, WI is seeking a Quality Systems Analyst to ensure compliance with IATF 16949 and customer requirements while standardizing quality systems across foundry operations. The role partners cross-functionally to drive audit readiness and disciplined execution of quality standards.

You will serve as the site authority on quality systems, documentation, and compliance, leading governance and training initiatives to strengthen organizational understanding of quality standards and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Metallurgy, or related field preferred.
• 5–10 years of manufacturing experience, preferably casting or green sand foundry operations.
• Supervise diversified work or procedures and make decisions within applied technology.
• Willingness to wear PPE and travel 10–30% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Lead QMS governance to ensure compliance, consistency, and effectiveness across all departments.
• Develop, maintain, and control quality system documentation policies, procedures, and standard work.
• Plan and execute the annual audit schedule.
• Coordinate audit preparation activities and drive improvements in compliance and standard adherence.
• Ensure proper deployment and maintenance of APQP/PPAP.
• Maintain alignment between documented processes and shop-floor practices.
• Lead standardization initiatives to eliminate variation in quality requirements.
• Develop and implement training programs to strengthen understanding of quality systems.

Skills

QMS governance

Audit planning

Documentation control

Training program development

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Metallurgy

Tools

APQP/PPAP

IATF 16949 familiarity

Job description

Are you ready to accelerate your career with a best-in-class organization that values innovation, dedication, and growth? Our employees at Grede are the key to our success and share our passion for teamwork, customer service, and operational excellence. If you want to join an industry-leading company that focuses on your professional growth and development, we’d love to hear from you!

We’re looking for extraordinary people to join our growing team in Reedsburg WI. Grede’s most important asset is our Employees. Grede is committed to conducting its business in an environmentally responsible manner and providing a safe and healthy working environment for all Employees, customers, and visitors. As a member of the Grede team, you are expected to accept certain responsibilities, adhere to acceptable business principles in matters of personal conduct, and exhibit a high degree of personal integrity always.

The Quality Systems Analyst role ensures full compliance with IATF 16949, customer-specific requirements, and regulatory standards, while driving standardization, audit readiness, and supporting disciplined execution of quality systems across all foundry operations.

This position serves as the site authority on quality systems, documentation, and compliance, partnering cross-functionally to ensure adherence to established standards and consistent execution of quality requirements.

What You'll Do:

• Lead QMS governance to ensure compliance, consistency, and effectiveness across all departments.
• Develop, maintain, and control quality system documentation policies, procedures, and standard work.
• Plan and execute the annual audit schedule.
• Coordinate audit preparation activities, readiness reviews,drive improvements in compliance and standard adherence.
• Ensure proper deployment and maintenance of required APQP/PPAP.
• Maintain alignment between documented processes and actual operational practices on the shop floor.
• Lead standardization initiatives to eliminate variation in execution of quality requirements.
• Develop and implement training programs to strengthen organizational understanding of quality systems and standards.

Why You’ll Love Working for Us:

• Opportunity to earn up to $1000 sign on bonus
• Base pay + Incentive pay*, Shift, Weekend, and Job Premiums* (for eligible positions*)

• Comprehensive Benefit Package including Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
• Insurance: Life, Supplemental Life, Short and Long-Term Disability

• Wellness Programs and access to Worksite Wellness Center, including family members

• 401(K) Match

• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• PPE allowances

What We Need from You:

• Approach work assignments in a positive manner and function as a team member.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Metallurgy Science, or related field preferred, with five to ten years’ experience in manufacturing environments, preferably within casting or green sand foundry operations.
• Supervise diversified work, operations, or procedures. Make decisions within applied technology.
• Apply several available methods. Requires analysis and adaptation.
• Light physical exertion. General office working conditions, infrequent shop exposure or travel 10-30% of the time.
• Must be willing and able to wear all required PPE.

Grede is proud to support transitioning service members and current military veterans with career opportunities that are a match for their skills gained while serving our country. Military veterans are encouraged to apply.

Spanish speaking candidates are encouraged to apply. Se anima a los candidatos que hablan español a aplicar.

We recognize the value of second chances. All individuals seeking stable employment as a step in their journey are encouraged to apply.

To learn more about Grede, please visit our website at www.grede.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.