Quality Manager

Ambe Engineering•Kansas City, KS

About The Position

We are seeking a strategic and dynamic Quality Manager to lead our quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives across both plant and office environments. This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of product and process quality, driving corrective actions, and ensuring compliance with internal and external standards. The Quality Manager will lead and develop the Quality Department, serve as the primary liaison for customer quality concerns, and champion a data -driven approach to operational excellence. The ideal candidate is an innovative leader with a passion for customer satisfaction, continuous improvement, and fostering a culture of growth and accountability.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a manufacturing -related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
Minimum 7–10 years of experience as a quality manager in the automotive industry, including Tier 1 manufacturing, with at least 3 years in a supervisory quality control or quality assurance role.
Proven leadership experience in a turnaround manufacturing environment
Extensive experience managing supplier quality assurance programs and overseeing incoming quality inspection processes to ensure compliance with established standards and specifications.
Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt) Certification
ASQ CQE preferred
Strong knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and Ford Q1 standards
Proficient in Minitab and 8D problem -solving
Skilled in AIAG Core Tools (Control Plans, PFMEA, MSA, SPC, APQP, PPAP)
Hands -on experience with color and appearance testing; familiar with Macbeth and other industry -standard equipment.

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and manage the Quality Department team.
Develop and implement individual development plans to enhance team capabilities.
Monitor departmental performance and drive continuous improvement.
Oversee the execution of all corrective actions.
Track and improve customer satisfaction metrics (e.g., PPMs, PRRs, NCTs, QRs).
Ensure timely and effective resolution of quality issues.
Ensure timely updates to Core Tools (Control Plans, PFMEAs, etc.), especially following corrective actions.
Maintain accurate and organized documentation in alignment with internal, customer, and AIAG requirements.
Provide cross -functional leadership in internal problem -solving activities.
Implement and maintain data -driven systems for product and process reporting.
Promote a culture of continuous improvement through root cause analysis and corrective action.
Ensure all product specifications are met regarding fit, finish, durability, and appearance.
Monitor and report performance on key product and process characteristics (KPCs).
Drive improvement plans for underperforming areas.
Maintain internal and customer databases to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Ensure proper use and maintenance of Compulsory Certification Marks for finished, nonconforming, and changed products.
Notify certification bodies of any product changes affecting certification status.
Serve as the primary plant -level contact for customer quality concerns.
Oversee supplier quality performance, including conducting audits and site visits as necessary.
Lead supplier quality assurance efforts and manage incoming quality inspection activities to ensure compliance with standards.
Support initiatives to reduce scrap, downtime, and improve efficiency and First Time Quality (FTQ).
Document all quality -related activities as required.
Adhere to company emergency evacuation procedures to ensure employee safety.
Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by management.