Advanced Quality Manager

The Advanced Quality Manager is responsible for leading all quality-related activities associated with a new product launch for OEM. This role will ensure all quality systems, processes, and deliverables are established and executed to meet customer and internal requirements prior to full production.

This individual will lead a team of quality professionals and serve as the primary quality interface between the plant, corporate leadership, and the OEM. The role requires both strategic leadership and hands-on engagement on the manufacturing floor to ensure quality excellence throughout launch and into ongoing production.

• Lead the development and execution of the overall quality strategy for the product launch
• Ensure all launch-related quality deliverables are completed on time, including APQP, PPAP, control plans, PFMEA, and process validation
• Establish and manage a comprehensive quality roadmap aligned with launch milestones
• Drive readiness for successful customer approvals and Start of Production (SOP)
• Serve as the primary quality representative to OEM for all launch and production-related matters
• Lead customer communication regarding quality performance, launch status, and issue resolution
• Ensure all OEM customer-specific requirements are understood, implemented, and maintained
• Support customer audits, plant visits, and ongoing relationship management
• Drive a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and customer focus
• Maintain strong and consistent presence on the manufacturing floor throughout launch and production
• Develop deep understanding of production processes, particularly SMT and related assembly operations
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, and Maintenance to identify and resolve quality issues in real time
• Drive problem-solving activities using structured methodologies
• Ensure effective communication and escalation of risks that could impact launch timing or product quality
• Support development of quality systems that scale with production ramp-up
• Oversee process capability, inspection standards, and quality control systems during ramp-up
• Ensure a smooth transition from launch phase into stable, high-volume production
• Implement systems to sustain quality performance throughout the product lifecycle

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 7+ years of experience in automotive or high-volume manufacturing environments
• Proven experience leading quality for product or plant launches
• Strong familiarity with OEM customer requirements
• Experience with SMT, electronics manufacturing, or advanced assembly processes preferred

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