Lead enterprise-wide quality systems and compliance initiatives High-visibility role partnering directly with OEM customers About Our Client Our client is a well-established manufacturing organization known for its commitment to quality, innovation, and continuous improvement. The company offers a collaborative environment where employees have the opportunity to influence strategic initiatives, partner with major customers, and contribute to long-term operational success. Job Description Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of quality, environmental, and operational management systems. Ensure ongoing compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements through effective system management. Plan, coordinate, and conduct internal audits while driving corrective and preventive actions. Host and support external audits from customers, certification bodies, and compliance organizations. Maintain and continuously improve quality manuals, procedures, processes, and documentation. Partner with cross-functional teams to identify improvement opportunities and enhance operational efficiency. Investigate customer complaints and non-conformances using structured root cause analysis methodologies. Deliver training and guidance on management systems, quality standards, and process controls. Serve as the primary quality contact for OEM customers, managing daily quality activities and expectations. Analyze returned products, identify trends, and drive product and process improvements. Prepare and manage PPAP documentation and material compliance submissions. Facilitate FMEAs, risk assessments, and other core quality tools to support product and process development. Support customer environmental requests, surveys, and compliance initiatives. Participate in production and project meetings to address quality performance and continuous improvement opportunities. MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants. The Successful Applicant Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical discipline. 5-7+ years of experience in quality systems, compliance, or management systems engineering. Strong knowledge of

ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ISO

14001, and

ISO 45001

standards. Auditing experience with relevant certifications preferred. Experience developing, implementing, and improving management systems within a manufacturing environment. Strong understanding of PPAP, FMEA, risk analysis, and core quality methodologies. Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement principles. Experience supporting OEM customers and customer-specific quality requirements preferred. Excellent problem-solving, analytical, communication, and leadership skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities while working independently and collaboratively. What's on Offer Competitive salary ranging from $92,000 to $110,000 annually. Permanent position with opportunities for professional growth. Opportunity to lead critical quality and compliance initiatives. Direct exposure to OEM customers and high-profile projects. Broad responsibilities spanning quality, environmental, and operational systems. Strong cross-functional visibility and influence across the organization. Ability to drive meaningful improvements that impact company performance and customer satisfaction.