Quality control manager

Quality control manager at On Target Executive Search, A Division Of On Target Staffing LLC Quality control manager at On Target Executive Search, A Division Of On Target Staffing LLC in Smithville, Tennessee Posted in 14 days ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

The Quality Control General Manager (or AGM) holds total responsibility for product quality across all plants and operational phases. This executive role includes full accountability for an annual budget (P&L) and provides strategic leadership to the technical organization. Key focuses include maintaining customer standards, improving process capability, fostering customer relationships, and driving employee development.

Essential Job Functions & Duties Leadership & Strategy Zero-Defect Initiatives:

Lead the Internal Defect Reduction Committee to drive quality improvements.

Strategic Planning:

Drive long-term quality planning and analyze trends to optimize profitability and minimize risk.

Corporate Alignment:

Support Hoshin Kanri objectives to ensure quality goals align with corporate strategy.

Continuous Improvement:

Champion corporate Kaizen initiatives and oversee scrap reduction programs.

Operational Oversight Budget Management:

Develop and review annual budgets within 60 days of fiscal year-end and conduct monthly performance reviews.

Compliance:

Develop and implement quality control policies to ensure strict adherence to IATF 16949 and industry standards.

Product Launch:

Serve as an active member of the Preproduction Committee to integrate quality requirements into new launches.

Problem Solving:

Facilitate daily quality meetings and collaborate with production teams to resolve issues promptly.

Personnel & Relationship Management Team Development:

Manage department personnel, including training, mentoring on quality tools, and setting performance standards.

Performance Monitoring:

Measure individual and departmental performance against established KPIs.

Customer Relations:

Act as the primary point of contact for customer audits, visits, and high-level meetings. Qualifications Candidates may qualify through one of the following two paths:

Path A:

Experience-Based Experience:

Minimum 5 years in automotive manufacturing, including 3 years in a management role.

Expertise:

Demonstrated success in documentation management and new product launches.

Systems:

Toyota Production System (TPS) experience is strongly preferred.

Path B:

Education & Experience Education:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field (or Associate's degree with 2+ years of relevant experience).

Experience:

3+ years of experience managing a quality department specifically within automotive manufacturing.

Universal Requirements & Skills Technical Knowledge:

Deep expertise in APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and

ISO 9001/IATF 16949

standards.

Industry Background:

Experience with press/stamping operations and robotic welding systems.

Soft Skills:

Excellent interpersonal communication and the ability to lead cross-functional teams in high-volume environments.

Tools:

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data analysis tools.

Travel:

Willingness to travel as required, typically twice weekly.