As worldwide experts in filtration, MANN+HUMMEL develop solutions for vehicles, industrial applications, clean air inside vehicles and the sustainable use of water. With team spirit and an open culture of communication, we are continuously working towards achieving our vision of ‘leadership in filtration’. Become part of our team.
Role Summary
The Quality Manager is responsible for overseeing all quality assurance and quality control activities within the manufacturing facility. This role ensures products meet customer specifications, company standards, and regulatory requirements while driving continuous improvement, reducing defects, and maintaining a strong culture of quality throughout the plant.
Main Tasks
- Lead and manage daily quality operations, including inspections, audits, and product compliance.
- Develop, implement, and maintain quality management systems and procedures, including ISO 9001 standards.
- Monitor quality KPIs, customer complaints, scrap, defects, and corrective actions.
- Lead root cause investigations and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
- Partner with Production, Engineering, Maintenance, and Operations to improve product quality and manufacturing processes.
- Conduct internal audits and support customer and external quality audits.
- Ensure quality documentation, reporting, and compliance requirements are maintained.
- Train and develop employees on quality standards, procedures, and best practices.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and increase customer satisfaction.
- Lead, coach, and develop the Quality team while promoting accountability and a quality-first culture.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Quality Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred.
- 5+ years of quality experience in a manufacturing environment, including leadership experience.
- Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, quality management systems, and manufacturing quality standards.
- Demonstrated proficiency with root cause analysis, corrective actions, Lean Manufacturing, and Six Sigma methodologies.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and experience with ERP or quality management systems.
- Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in automotive, filtration, or high-volume manufacturing.
- ASQ certification, such as Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE).
- Experience with 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone Analysis, FMEA, and Statistical Process Control (SPC).
What We're Looking For
A hands-on, results-driven leader who takes ownership of quality performance, develops strong teams, and partners with plant leadership to continuously improve processes, reduce defects, and deliver high-quality products to our customers.
Salary starts at $82,000 / year.
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