Freudenberg Nonwovens, LP

Components Quality Manager

Freudenberg Nonwovens, LP$95K — $115K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related field; Master's preferred.
  • 5+ years of progressive quality leadership experience in manufacturing.
  • Strong knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and customer-specific quality requirements.
  • Expertise in Statistical Process Control (SPC) and root cause analysis methodologies.
  • Proven success in leading continuous improvement through Lean and Six Sigma.
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills for cross-functional interaction.
  • Experience with customer audits and quality certifications in regulated environments.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and improve the plant Quality Management System (QMS) for compliance.
  • Act as the primary representative for customer quality, managing issues and audits.
  • Drive quality improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma.
  • Establish and monitor Statistical Process Control (SPC) systems for process improvement.
  • Partner with teams to analyze quality data and improve operational performance.
  • Manage quality certifications, audits, and compliance requirements effectively.
  • Maintain quality documentation and support business growth.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance package including dental and vision.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
  • Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
  • Paid time off and flexible work hours.
  • Supportive work environment focused on collaboration and innovation.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities:

  • Lead and continuously improve the plant Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance with customer, industry, and company standards.
  • Act as the primary customer quality representative, building trusted relationships and effectively managing quality issues, audits, and corrective actions.
  • Drive plant-wide quality improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and advanced problem-solving methodologies.
  • Establish, monitor, and enhance Statistical Process Control (SPC) systems to improve process capability, reduce variation, and strengthen product quality.
  • Partner with production, engineering, laboratory, and supply chain teams to analyze quality data, reduce scrap, lower costs, and improve operational performance.
  • Manage customer and supplier quality certifications, audits, PPAP submissions, and compliance requirements to ensure on-time approvals and successful launches.
  • Maintain quality documentation, records retention, environmental compliance activities, and document control systems while supporting business growth and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
  • 5+ years of progressive quality leadership experience within a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 9001, Quality Management Systems (QMS), and customer-specific quality requirements.
  • Expertise in Statistical Process Control (SPC), Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), root cause analysis, and corrective action methodologies.
  • Proven success leading continuous improvement efforts through Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar operational excellence programs.
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to confidently interact with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams.
  • Experience supporting customer audits, quality certifications, and quality issue resolution within highly regulated or automotive manufacturing environments.

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About Freudenberg Nonwovens, LP

Freudenberg Nonwovens is a leading manufacturer of nonwoven fabrics for a variety of industries, including automotive, construction, filtration, healthcare, and hygiene. The company's products are used in a wide range of applications, from air and liquid filtration to wound care and feminine hygiene. Freudenberg Nonwovens is a subsidiary of the Freudenberg Group, a global technology company with operations in more than 60 countries. The company was founded in 1849 and is headquartered in Weinheim, Germany. Freudenberg Nonwovens has manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe, and Asia.
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