Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
10+ years of experience in Quality Management Systems (QMS) within automotive or manufacturing environments.
Proven expertise in ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 audit activities.
Strong background in quality systems management and process development.
Ability to operate autonomously in fast-paced environments.
Responsibilities
Lead development and deployment of Client Quality Management System (QMS).
Manage quality systems through startup, validation, and continuous improvement phases.
Establish scalable quality processes and governance structures organization-wide.
Drive corrective actions following audit findings and ensure compliance with standards.
Develop and enhance quality-related processes and best practices.
Benefits
Opportunity to influence quality standards within a fast-paced automotive startup environment.
Professional development and continuous improvement focus.
Cross-functional collaboration with various business units and stakeholders.
Engagement in high-impact projects related to quality systems enhancement.
Full Job Description
Overview :
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum 10+ years of experience supporting Quality Management Systems (QMS), audits, compliance activities, and quality process deployment within automotive or manufacturing environments.
This role is responsible for leading the development, implementation, integration, and continuous improvement of Client Quality Management System (QMS) and Quality Operating System (QOS).
The successful candidate will support quality processes across manufacturing, supplier quality, operations, and cross-functional teams while ensuring compliance with automotive quality standards and certification requirements.
The ideal candidate is a highly autonomous quality professional with strong experience in quality systems management, audit leadership, process development, data-driven decision making, and organizational change management.
This individual will play a critical role in building and scaling quality systems within a fast-paced automotive startup environment.
Key Responsibilities :
Quality Management System Leadership
Lead the development, implementation, integration, and deployment of Client Quality Management System (QMS)
Manage quality systems throughout startup, validation, rollout, user adoption, and continuous improvement activities
Establish scalable quality processes, methods, tools, and governance structures across the organization
Partner with stakeholders to collect requirements, prioritize enhancements, and drive long-term quality system strategy
Ensure quality systems remain compliant, reliable, secure, and capable of supporting organizational growth
Audit & Certification Management
Lead preparation and execution of ISO and IATF certification activities
Support internal and external audits while ensuring compliance with applicable quality standards
Drive corrective actions resulting from audit findings and certification requirements
Assist with supplier audit activities and support overall supplier quality initiatives
Maintain documentation and processes necessary to support ongoing certification compliance
Quality Process Development & Continuous Improvement
Develop and improve quality-related processes, methods, standards, and best practices
Support implementation of corrective and preventive action programs
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on process efficiency, quality performance, and operational excellence
Lead special projects related to quality system enhancement, process optimization, and organizational excellence
Define and support Quality Operating System (QOS) and Quality Excellence initiatives
Quality Data & Performance Management
Monitor quality system performance and identify areas requiring improvement
Support data collection, reporting, analysis, and quality performance tracking activities
Leverage data to support root cause analysis, corrective actions, and business decisions
Improve data accuracy, accessibility, and quality-related reporting capabilities
Develop metrics and reporting tools that support strategic quality objectives
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Manufacturing, Supplier Quality, Engineering, Operations, IT, and other business functions
Coordinate quality system integration efforts across various departments and platforms
Collaborate with external vendors and technology partners supporting quality initiatives
Support organizational alignment on quality standards, processes, and continuous improvement objectives
Training & Quality Culture Development
Provide coaching, guidance, and training for quality system users
Support organizational adoption of quality processes and best practices
Promote a culture focused on quality, accountability, collaboration, and operational excellence
Serve as a subject matter expert for quality systems, processes, and compliance requirements
Profile:
Experienced quality systems professional capable of operating independently with minimal supervision
Strong sense of ownership and accountability for quality performance and compliance
Comfortable working within fast-paced startup and growth-oriented environments
Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence cross-functional teams
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Data-driven decision maker with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Passion for quality excellence, continuous improvement, and operational effectiveness
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and initiatives simultaneously
Must Have:
10+ years of experience supporting Quality Management Systems (QMS) within automotive or manufacturing environments
Strong experience leading or supporting ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 audit activities
Experience developing, implementing, deploying, or improving quality systems and related processes
Knowledge of automotive quality methodologies including APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, and MSA
Experience driving corrective actions, preventive actions, and continuous improvement initiatives
Experience collaborating with Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations, Supplier Quality, and cross-functional teams
Strong project management and organizational leadership capabilities
Experience leveraging data and reporting to support quality performance improvements
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to operate effectively within a fast-paced and evolving organization
Permanent US work authorization required
VDA, ISO, or IATF audit experience required
Good to Have :
Lead auditor certification (IATF, ISO, or VDA)
Experience supporting automotive startup, launch, or greenfield manufacturing environments
Experience integrating QMS platforms with PLM, MES, or ERP systems
Previous leadership experience overseeing quality system deployments or major quality initiatives
Experience supporting supplier quality and manufacturing quality organizations
Knowledge of quality software platforms and enterprise quality systems
Experience building quality processes from the ground up
Exposure to Quality Excellence, Operational Excellence, or Business Excellence programs
Previous experience within OEM or Tier 1 automotive organizations
