Quality Engineering Lab Operations Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Your mission

Imagine launching a critical component: the lab schedule is tight, equipment must be precise, and the data has to be bulletproof. You coordinate testing against standards, confirm dimensions with GD&T rigor, keep instruments in calibration, and translate results into insights that drive decisions. That’s the impact of this role.

How you’ll make it happen

• Regulatory & Testing Oversight: Lead compliant test programs that meet specifications and regulatory/customer needs.
• Laboratory Assignments: Allocate work across the lab, aligning skills, priorities, and timelines.
• Calibration & Equipment Maintenance: Ensure gauges and lab equipment are calibrated and maintained for accuracy.
• Dimensional Inspection & GD&T: Guide dimensional inspections and apply GD&T to verify fit, form, and function.
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Convert measurement outputs into clear, traceable reports and recommendations.
• Quality Systems & Audits: Uphold the QMS and support audits to sustain certification and compliance.
• Continuous Improvement: Advance capability, reduce defects, and streamline processes through disciplined improvement.
• Process Test Methods & Documentation: Partner on developing process test methods and updating controlled documents.

Required qualifications

• Education
• Experience & Credentials
• Soft Skills

Preferred qualifications

• Six Sigma Black Belt or quality credentials such as ASQ CQE or CQM to enable data-based improvements.
• Proven leadership in a Tier 1 automotive laboratory or comparable quality leadership role.
• Advanced 3D CAD proficiency (e.g., SolidWorks) to assist with part design evaluations and gauge design and/or validation.
• Auditor Credentials covering ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 with internal auditor training/certifications.