Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related)
8-10+ years in automotive manufacturing quality
Experience with Tier 1 suppliers and OEM customer interaction
Strong background in: Hot forming / press hardening
Roll Forming
Welding technologies
Assembly processes
Technical Skills
APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA
IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 standards
Statistical analysis and problem-solving tools
Blueprint reading & GD&T
Familiarity with quality software (e.g., QMS systems)
Soft Skills
Strong leadership and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Customer-focused mindset
Analytical and detail-oriented
Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt)
Experience with OEM-specific systems: GM BIQS
Ford Q1
Stellantis Customer Specific Requirements
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Customer PPM and internal PPM
Scrap and rework rates
Audit scores (internal, customer, IATF)
On-time PPAP approval
Warranty performance
Work Environment
Manufacturing plant setting with exposure to: High-temperature processes (hot forming)
Welding operations
Shop floor conditions
Occasional travel to customer and supplier sites
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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Quality Planning & Program Launch
Lead APQP activities in alignment with OEM requirements (GM, Ford, Stellantis)
Develop and maintain: Control Plans
PFMEA / DFMEA
Process Flow Diagrams
Coordinate PPAP submissions and approvals with customers
Support new product launches and engineering changes (ECNs)
Manufacturing Quality Oversight
Monitor and improve quality performance in: Hot forming processes (press hardening, quenching)
Welding operations (resistance, MIG, laser)
Assembly lines for underbody systems
Ensure compliance with IATF 16949 and customer-specific requirements
Problem Solving & Root Cause Analysis
Lead structured problem-solving using: 8D methodology
5 Whys
Fishbone (Ishikawa) analysis
Respond to customer complaints and warranty issues
Implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
Customer Interface
Act as primary quality contact for OEM customers
Lead customer audits, visits, and quality reviews
Manage customer scorecards and performance metrics
Ensure timely response to SPPS/PRRs (Problem Resolution Reports)
Continuous Improvement
Identify and lead initiatives to reduce scrap, rework, and variation
Apply Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
Improve process capability (Cp, Cpk) and reduce defects (PPM)
Supplier Quality Support
Collaborate with Supplier Quality team on incoming issues
Support supplier audits and development activities