Quality Management Representative

Responsible for serving as the plant-level Quality Management Representative for a Tier 1 North American automotive manufacturing facility. Ensures the Quality Management System (QMS) complies with IATF 16949, OEM customer-specific requirements, and internal standards. Acts as the primary quality liaison for the plant, performs audits, driving corrective actions, and promoting continuous improvement to meet customer, regulatory, and business objectives.Serve as the plant-level Quality Management Representative in accordance with IATF 16949 requirementsEnsure the QMS is established, implemented, maintained, and continuously improved at the plant level.Coordinate, lead, and support internal, external, and customer audits, including IATF, OEM, and customer-specific audits.Act as the primary plant contact for certification bodies, OEM customers, and Tier 1 customer quality representativesEnsure OEM customer-specific requirements (CSRs) are understood, implemented, and maintained within plant processesReport QMS performance, audit results, KPIs, and improvement opportunities to plant and corporate management.Ensure timely and effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) using structured problem-solving methodologies (8D, 5-Why, Ishikawa).Maintain and control plant-level quality documentation, including procedures, work instructions, and records.Support the implementation and effective use of Automotive Core Tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA, Control Plans).Promote a strong quality culture and support training and awareness of IATF 16949 and OEM requirements throughout the plant.RequirementsBachelors degree in Engineering or related field5+ years experience in Automotive Manufacturing and QMSCertified as IATF Internal Auditor and 6.3 Process AuditorExcellent English communication Skills