Quality Assurance Manager

Quality Assurance Manager at Talently Quality Assurance Manager at Talently in Smithville, Tennessee Posted in 1 day ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

Job Title:

Quality Assurance Manager Location:

On Site -

Smithville, Tennessee, United States Skills:

Automotive Manufacturing, Quality Management Systems, Lean Manufacturing, APQP/PPAP/FMEA, Team Leadership About the Motor Vehicle Manufacturing Company /

The Opportunity:

Join a dynamic leader in the motor vehicle manufacturing industry where relentless innovation and stringent quality standards set the benchmark for excellence. This opportunity places you at the heart of a high-impact, fast-paced environment focused on advancing operational quality, compliance, and customer satisfaction. As a Quality Assurance Manager, you will play a critical role in overseeing company-wide quality initiatives and driving continuous improvement in a well-established automotive setting.

Responsibilities:

Lead internal defect reduction initiatives and champion zero-defect strategies to improve overall product quality across all plants. Direct strategic quality planning and monitor departmental performance against established KPIs, taking corrective actions as necessary. Oversee new product launch processes to ensure quality requirements are embedded from the outset. Develop, implement, and audit robust quality control policies and procedures in compliance with IATF 16949 and industry standards. Conduct departmental performance reviews, analyze quality data, and drive data-based solutions to minimize risk and optimize profitability. Manage quality budgets, cost control, and drive scrap reduction and waste elimination programs. Act as the primary point of contact for customer visits, audits, and quality meetings to maintain strong client relationships. Train, mentor, and develop quality department personnel, instilling a culture of continuous improvement and Kaizen excellence. Collaborate with production teams on problem-solving initiatives to promptly resolve quality issues and prevent recurrence.

Must-Have Skills:

Minimum of 5 years' experience in automotive manufacturing, including 3+ years in a quality managerial role. Expertise in APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and other core quality tools used in automotive environments. Strong background in Toyota Production System (TPS) and lean manufacturing methodologies. In-depth knowledge of

ISO 9001/IATF 16949

standards, audits, and compliance requirements. Track record of successful new product launches, documentation management, and continuous improvement leadership. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills for cross-functional leadership and customer engagement. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and advanced data analysis tools.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related discipline preferred. Experience with press/stamping operations and robotic welding systems in automotive manufacturing. Familiarity with Kaizen, Hoshin Kanri objectives, and daily quality management meeting facilitation. Proven ability to oversee budget planning and departmental goal setting. Willingness to travel as needed, typically twice weekly.