Quality and Risk Manager

GKN Automotive • Bowling Green, OH

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About The Position

This is a high-visibility leadership role with direct influence on plant strategy and performance. The Quality and Risk Manager will have the opportunity to build and shape the entire Quality & EHS organization, with strong exposure to site and senior leadership. The role operates in a dynamic, fast-paced environment focused on excellence, safety, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Proven experience in manufacturing environments, preferably automotive or highly regulated industries.
• Strong working knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and Quality Excellence Systems.
• Demonstrated leadership in Quality, EHS, and Risk Management.
• Experience leading audits, managing compliance, and driving systemic corrective actions.
• Ability to work independently, make sound decisions, and provide technical guidance to others.
• Strong data analysis, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to build organizations, processes, and systems from the ground up.
• Excellent communication and leadership capabilities.
• Bachelors degree (Engineering, or related fields)

Responsibilities

• Define and deploy the Quality, EHS, and Risk strategy, aligned with business objectives and customer expectations.
• Act as the final decision authority on all quality and risk-related matters.
• Establish, maintain, and continuously improve the Quality Management System aligned with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and Excellence System requirements.
• Lead quality targets, continuous improvement initiatives, and product safety programs.
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, environmental, and energy regulations, driving a strong safety culture across the plant.
• Identify, assess, prioritize, and manage operational and enterprise risks.
• Lead audits, corrective and preventive actions, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Analyze and interpret quality, EHS, and operational data to drive decision-making.
• Build, lead, coach, and develop Quality and EHS teams (including Quality Engineers and EHS Specialists).
• Engage internal and external stakeholders, including customers and regulatory authorities.
• Manage department budgets and report variances to senior leadership.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager