Quality Manager
Kansas City, Kansas, United States
Job Description
Why Emotiv
At Emotiv, we don't just move materials. We accelerate possibility. We are reimagining mobility with advanced warehousing and sequencing solutions trusted by leading automotive OEMs. We are a team of doers, thinkers, and builders who believe operational excellence is achieved through empowered people and a constant drive to improve.
If you're looking for a company where you can be seen, grow, and help shape the future of supply chain innovation, we'd love to meet you.
The Role
We are seeking a strategic and dynamic Quality Manager to lead our quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives across both plant and office environments. This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of product and process quality, driving corrective actions, and ensuring compliance with internal and external standards.
What You'll Do
Who You Are
Health, Safety, Physical & Travel Requirements
Life at Emotiv
We believe great work happens when people feel valued, supported, and connected. At Emotiv, you will find a culture built on collaboration, learning, and celebrating wins of all sizes. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to grow your career alongside industry leaders who are shaping the future of sustainable mobility.
Explore everything we have to offer at Emotiv Careers!
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
At Emotiv, we don't just move materials. We accelerate possibility. We are reimagining mobility with advanced warehousing and sequencing solutions trusted by leading automotive OEMs. We are a team of doers, thinkers, and builders who believe operational excellence is achieved through empowered people and a constant drive to improve.
If you're looking for a company where you can be seen, grow, and help shape the future of supply chain innovation, we'd love to meet you.
The Role
We are seeking a strategic and dynamic Quality Manager to lead our quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives across both plant and office environments. This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of product and process quality, driving corrective actions, and ensuring compliance with internal and external standards.
What You'll Do
- Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and manage the Quality Department team. Develop and implement individual development plans to enhance team capabilities. Monitor departmental performance and drive continuous improvement.
- Corrective Actions & Customer Satisfaction: Oversee the execution of all corrective actions. Track and improve customer satisfaction metrics (e.g., PPMs, PRRs, NCTs, QRs). Ensure timely and effective resolution of quality issues.
- Core Tools & Documentation: Ensure timely updates to Core Tools (Control Plans, PFMEAs, etc.), especially following corrective actions. Maintain accurate and organized documentation in alignment with internal, customer, and AIAG requirements.
- Problem Solving & Reporting: Provide cross-functional leadership in internal problem-solving activities. Implement and maintain data-driven systems for product and process reporting. Promote a culture of continuous improvement through root cause analysis and corrective action.
- Product & Process Quality: Ensure all product specifications are met regarding fit, finish, durability, and appearance. Monitor and report performance on key product and process characteristics (KPCs). Drive improvement plans for underperforming areas.
- Compliance & Certification: Maintain internal and customer databases to ensure accuracy and compliance. Ensure proper use and maintenance of Compulsory Certification Marks for finished, nonconforming, and changed products. Notify certification bodies of any product changes affecting certification status.
- Customer & Supplier Relations: Serve as the primary plant-level contact for customer quality concerns. Oversee supplier quality performance, including conducting audits and site visits as necessary. Lead supplier quality assurance efforts and manage incoming quality inspection activities to ensure compliance with standards.
- Operational Support: Support initiatives to reduce scrap, downtime, and improve efficiency and First Time Quality (FTQ). Document all quality-related activities as required.
- Safety & Other Duties: Adhere to company emergency evacuation procedures to ensure employee safety. Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by management.
Who You Are
- Bachelor's degree in a manufacturing-related field required; Master's degree preferred.
- Minimum 7-10 years of experience as a quality manager in the automotive industry, including Tier 1 manufacturing, with at least 3 years in a supervisory quality control or quality assurance role.
- GM Quality Management experience required
- Proven leadership experience in a turnaround manufacturing environment
- Extensive experience managing supplier quality assurance programs and overseeing incoming quality inspection processes to ensure compliance with established standards and specifications.
- Certifications & Technical Skills:
- Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt) Certification
- ASQ CQE preferred
- Strong knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 9001
- Proficient in Minitab and 8D problem-solving
- Skilled in AIAG Core Tools (Control Plans, PFMEA, MSA, SPC, APQP, PPAP)
- Hands-on experience with color and appearance testing; familiar with Macbeth and other industry-standard equipment.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across matrixed teams and cross-functional organizational structures
Health, Safety, Physical & Travel Requirements
- Typical physical demands include a combination of sitting, standing, and walking, with sufficient mobility to navigate both office and plant environments.
- Ability to perform standard computer-based tasks as part of daily responsibilities. Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% as required by the role.
- Must possess a valid driver's license
Life at Emotiv
We believe great work happens when people feel valued, supported, and connected. At Emotiv, you will find a culture built on collaboration, learning, and celebrating wins of all sizes. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to grow your career alongside industry leaders who are shaping the future of sustainable mobility.
Explore everything we have to offer at Emotiv Careers!
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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