Quality Manager

We are working on a confidential search for a Quality Manager. This position is with a Tier I automotive supplier and it will be based in the metro Winston Salem, NC area.

The Quality Manager is responsible for leading and driving all Quality initiatives with an emphasis on defining and implementing a quality inspection and auditing roadmap while driving the definition of site quality metrics, reporting and operating mechanisms. The Quality Manager will be expected to coach and develop team members, improve skill-sets, identify best practices and optimize the use of quality tools to enable the team to provide superior quality.

Key responsibilities include:

-Evaluate and develop structured programs for an improved Quality Culture

-Develop Best in Class quality systems strengthening core processes for superior levels of quality for global product lines

-Continuously improve QMS system

-Conduct independent process audits and drive improvements that deliver reduced cost of poor quality and EDPPM levels

-Develop and deploy standardization operations excellence core processes

-Build capabilities on core QA tools (e.g. FMEA, SPC, 8D, APQP, PPAP & Audit Specifications)

This is a high-profile position, offering an excellent opportunity for continued advancement.

Candidates should possess the following qualifications:

* Bachelors degree preferred

* 5+ years experience in Quality Leadership roles

* Experience in the automotive industry is a plus

* Experience in a plant manufacturing environment required

* Strong communication skills

* Self-motivated and self-directed