Quality Manager

Freudenberg Group • Bristol, NH

18h

About The Position

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world! This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 51,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in quality roles within automotive, metal stamping, or manufacturing environments.
• Strong knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and core quality tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC).
• Proven leadership experience and strong problem‑solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher).
• Experience working in a high-volume automotive environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop the Quality team, including Quality Engineers, Technicians, and Inspectors.
• Own site quality strategy and KPIs, driving performance improvement across all products and processes.
• Serve as the voice of the customer within the plant and advocate for zero‑defect manufacturing.
• Oversee and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) and ensure compliance with ISO 9001, and customer-specific requirements.
• Ensure proper use of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans, MSA, and SPC across the organization.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions using 8D, Five Why, and other problem‑solving methodologies.
• Drive continuous improvement and waste reduction through Lean and Six Sigma principles in addition to other effective problem solving tools.
• Support launch readiness, new product introduction, and process capability improvements.

What This Job Offers

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