Quality Manager
About The Position
At AUTOKINITON, we are more than just an automotive supplier — we are the backbone of vehicle performance and safety. Specializing in high-strength structural components and precision stamping assemblies, our parts are trusted by the world’s leading automakers. Our dedicated teams, proudly deliver quality parts and assemblies that contribute to vehicle durability and safety. With decades of experience, a passion for continuous improvement, and a forward-thinking approach, we play a critical role in shaping the future of mobility. Autokiniton is a trusted partner to the world’s leading automotive manufacturers, known for our operational excellence and culture of continuous improvement. Our core value, “We, not I,” reflects our commitment to collaboration, integrity, and shared success. We cultivate a workplace where independent thinking is encouraged, and every associate plays a vital role in our progress. Join a high-performance team committed to shaping the future of mobility—with opportunity, purpose, and growth at every turn.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university
- 5+ years management experience in a manufacturing environment
- 7+ years experience in quality
Responsibilities
- Analyzes, evaluates, and presents information concerning factors such as business situations, production capabilities, manufacturing problems, economic trends, and cost associated with quality assurance.
- Suggests and debates alternative methods and procedures in solving problems both internal and external.
- Develops initial and subsequent modifications of product quality assurance program to delineate areas of responsibility, personnel requirements, and operational procedures within program, according to and consistent with company goals and policies.
- Participates in management meetings with site managerial/supervisory personnel to establish, delineate, and review program policies, to coordinate functions and operations between departments, and to establish responsibilities and procedures for attaining objectives.
- Reviews technical problems and procedures encountered and recommends solutions to problems or changes in procedures.
- Develops and analyzes statistical data to determine present standards and establish proposed quality and reliability expectancy of finished product.
- Formulates and maintains quality control objectives and coordinates objectives with production procedures in cooperation with other managers to maximize product reliability and minimize costs.
- Directs, through intermediate personnel, workers engaged in inspection and testing activities to ensure continuous control over materials, facilities, and products.
- Serves as Quality Management Representative for ISO-9001; champions ISO-9001 conformance in department.
- Appoints an EMR within the Quality Department per Environmental Procedure EMP-4.4.1-01.
- Provides quality characteristics during product or process development to meet customer expectations.
- Coordinates development and maintenance of the Quality Manual and Quality System requirements.
- Addresses and follows through with in-house and customer issues.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401(k) with Company contribution match
- Up to 15 paid holidays annually
- Tool allowance for Skilled Trades Associates
- Comprehensive relocation assistance, including coverage for temporary housing and travel costs for Skilled Trades and Salaried positions
- Tuition reimbursement programs
- On-the-job training
- Learning management systems
- Advancement opportunities from within our organization
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
