Quality Manager

Our client, in Sterling Heights, MI is seeking an Automotive Quality Manager that will be responsible for leading all quality functions across prototype development, pre‑production, launch, and full production. This role ensures compliance with AITF/IATF 16949 and customer‑specific requirements while driving continuous improvement, defect prevention, and robust launch readiness. The Quality Manager serves as the primary quality interface with customers, suppliers, and internal cross‑functional teams.

Job Title: Quality Manager Location: Sterling Heights, MI Pay Rate: 130K Shift – 1st 6:00am to 4:00pm M-F, with some Saturdays

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and maintain the AITF/IATF 16949 Quality Management System, including internal audits, management reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with OEM customer-specific requirements (CSR).
• Manage quality activities from prototype builds through production launch and mass production.
• Support prototype and pilot build quality planning, including inspection plans and build quality reviews.
• Act as the primary customer quality contact, including issue resolution, scorecards, audits, and launches. Coordinate supplier containment, corrective actions, and continuous improvement plans.

What’s Needed:

• 5+ years of automotive quality leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience with AITF/IATF 16949 (formerly TS 16949) standards.
• Proven experience supporting prototypes, production launches, and high‑volume production.

What’s it in for me?

• Direct Hire opportunity
• Competitive pay
• Tiered Benefits package
• Great work Environment

If this is a role that interests you and you’d like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

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