ASSISTANT QUALITY MANAGER

Sep 7, 2026

Lincoln, AL Pay Rate :

$77,000.00

Assistant Quality Manager Location:

Lincoln, AL Employment Type:

Direct Hire Shift Schedule:

Variable Schedule Based on Business Needs Job Summary We are seeking an Assistant Quality Manager to support daily quality operations within fast-paced automotive manufacturing environments. This position is responsible for overseeing quality teams, supporting customer quality requirements, managing sorting and containment activities, assisting with issue resolution, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership experience within automotive manufacturing, quality, or production environments with the ability to manage teams, coordinate customer requirements, analyze quality data, lead corrective actions, and support new program launches. This position will work closely with the Quality Manager, supervisors, inspection teams, and customers to ensure quality standards and operational expectations are consistently achieved. Required Skills & Qualifications

5+ years of leadership or supervisory experience in automotive manufacturing, quality, or production environments

Strong leadership and employee development skills

Experience managing quality teams, supervisors, and inspection personnel

Experience with sorting, containment, and customer quality issue resolution

Knowledge of root cause analysis methodologies, including 5 Why, Fishbone, and 8D

Strong understanding of quality processes, documentation, and manufacturing standards

Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement practices

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships

Ability to lead teams, delegate responsibilities, and manage employee performance

Proficient with Microsoft Office and other technology systems

Ability to read, understand, and communicate in English to follow work instructions and complete required documentation

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

Automotive manufacturing quality experience

Experience supporting new program launches and implementation of quality processes

Experience with Salesforce or similar digital business systems

Experience leading customer complaints, corrective actions, and quality improvement initiatives

Knowledge of Lean manufacturing tools and continuous improvement methodologies

Experience with financial performance, P&L awareness, and cost control

Familiarity with IATF 16949 or other automotive quality management systems

Experience working across multiple customer or manufacturing sites

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

Oversee daily quality operations, including supervision of quality supervisors and inspection teams

Serve as a primary liaison between MS Companies and customers regarding quality performance, concerns, and requirements

Support new program launches through implementation of quality processes and on-site coordination

Manage sorting and containment activities to ensure timely and effective resolution of quality concerns

Respond to customer complaints by leading containment activities, root cause analysis, and corrective actions

Ensure quality procedures, work instructions, and documentation are maintained and aligned with customer requirements

Analyze quality and operational data to identify trends, recurring issues, and opportunities for improvement

Develop and implement solutions to improve quality, productivity, and operational performance

Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean manufacturing principles and quality tools

Maintain strong communication with internal teams and external customers through clear reporting and documentation

Support financial performance through awareness of P&L, labor utilization, operational costs, and cost-control measures

Travel to multiple customer sites as needed to support operations, launches, quality concerns, and issue resolution

Assist the Quality Manager with daily operational planning, team performance, and customer requirements

Lead, coach, and develop quality personnel to maintain high-performing teams

Ensure quality teams follow established procedures, customer requirements, and company policies

Support preventative quality activities and participate in audits as required

Identify opportunities to improve quality processes and prevent recurring issues

Support special projects and additional responsibilities as assigned INDQSS1