Quality Manager

Job Title: Quality Manager Location: Chicago, IL Job Type: Automotive Expected hours per week (must include “per week”): 40/week Pay Range (must include “per hour”): $100-130K/yr Job Description Our client is a leading Tier 1 automotive supplier specializing in precision‑engineered interior and exterior vehicle systems. For more than 24 years, we have delivered high‑quality, build‑to‑order automotive components through advanced manufacturing processes, operational excellence, and a customer‑focused culture. We are seeking an experienced Quality Manager to lead quality operations, continuous improvement initiatives, and customer satisfaction efforts within a fast‑paced automotive manufacturing environment. Position Summary The Quality Manager leads plant quality initiatives to drive continuous improvement within a fast‑paced automotive manufacturing environment. This individual will oversee product and process quality, manage customer and supplier quality concerns, and lead corrective action efforts to ensure compliance with internal and customer standards. This is a leadership role ideal for someone with strong automotive quality experience, excellent problem‑solving abilities, and a passion for operational excellence. Responsibilities Lead and develop the Quality Department team Drive corrective actions and root cause analysis activities Manage customer quality concerns and improve customer satisfaction metrics Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and customer‑specific requirements Maintain and update AIAG Core Tools including PFMEA, Control Plans, APQP, PPAP, SPC, and MSA Oversee supplier quality activities, audits, and incoming inspections Monitor product and process quality performance metrics including PPM, FTQ, scrap, and downtime Utilize problem‑solving methodologies such as 8D and Six Sigma tools Support continuous improvement initiatives across plant operations Ensure proper quality documentation and reporting systems are maintained Collaborate cross‑functionally with production, engineering, and supply chain teams Qualifications Required Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, or related field 7–10+ years of automotive quality experience within a Tier 1 manufacturing environment Minimum 3 years of leadership experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Control Strong knowledge of: IATF 16949 ISO 9001 AIAG Core Tools 8D problem solving Supplier Quality Management Experience with customer quality systems and corrective actions Proficiency with Minitab and quality reporting tools Ability to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment Preferred Master’s degree Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt Certification ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) Experience with Ford Q1 requirements Multilingual capabilities Additional Information Combination of office and manufacturing floor environment Up to 25% travel required Valid driver’s license required Why Join? Collaborative and team‑oriented culture Opportunity to lead high‑impact quality initiatives Career growth within a respected automotive supplier Exposure to major automotive OEM customers Focus on innovation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement #J-18808-Ljbffr