Quality Systems Engineer - J0049989

Astemo Ltd.; Monroe (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Astemo Ltd. is seeking a Lead Auditor & Trainer to manage the Quality Management System audit program, oversee scheduling and findings, and drive continuous improvement across the organization.

The role involves coordinating with a third‑party registrar to achieve IATF 16949 automotive certification and supporting the document control function. The candidate will lead audits, train staff, and liaison with management to ensure compliance with quality standards, while traveling to support the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in quality auditing or related area.

Responsibilities

• Lead Auditor and Trainer for the Quality Management System.
• Oversee audit scheduling, team management, audits and findings closure.
• Collaborate with third‑party registrar to support IATF 16949 certification.
• Develop and maintain quality reporting and QMS documentation.
• Travel as needed to support the facility.
• Assist in document control and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Quality Management Systems

IATF 16949 knowledge

Audit principles

Continuous improvement

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Calipers

Micrometers

CMM

Vision Systems

Job description

Description

• Serve as Lead Auditor & Trainer for the Quality Management System.
• Oversee the maintenance of and adherence to industry, customer, and internal standards.
• Oversee the Quality System auditing function to include audit schedule management, audit team management, conducting audits, auditor training, audit result reporting, organizing of cross-functional task teams, and managing of findings to closure.
• Interface with 3rd party registrar and support 3rd party certification audits to achieve and maintain IATF 16949 automotive certification.
• Collaborate with management to develop, improve and maintain Quality Systems reporting and maintenance.
• Develop and implement measures to ensure achievement of overall company goals, activities, and initiatives, as needed.
• Problem‑Solve and improve Quality Management Systems, including manufacturing software.
• Support customer Quality System audits and assist in meeting customer Quality System certifications, as needed.
• Support the document control function.
• Travel to support the facility, as needed.
• Any additional duties to be assigned, as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in related field.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong background with Quality Management Systems, specifically IATF 16949.
• Solid understanding of continuous improvement methods, problem‑solving techniques, audit principles, and change management processes.
• Quality Systems auditing experience (auditor certification strongly preferred).
• Understanding of industry core tools (APQP, PFMEA, Control Plan, PAPP, SPC, MSA).
• Knowledge of calipers, micrometers, CMM, Vision Systems, and other measuring equipment. (Preferably experience in automotive manufacturing environment)
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills, including demonstrated leadership ability and ability to work as part of a team.
• Strong oral and written communications skills, with the ability to communicate with personnel at all levels of the organization and with diverse international backgrounds.
• Strong project management skills; excellent organizational skills and flexibility for multi‑task situations; good problem‑solving skills.
• Must be proficient in MSWord, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Supervisory

Responsible for the direction and indirect supervision of employees.

Physical Demands

Required to sit for long periods of time. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment

Usual office working conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet. The performance of this position may occasionally require exposure to the manufacturing areas where certain areas require the use of personal protective equipment and steel toe shoes.

Astemo is an Equal Opportunity Employer.