**Quality Manager** **Description** Kautex, a subsidiary of Textron Inc\., is rated among the Top 100 Automotive Suppliers worldwide\. The company is a leading global supplier of hybrid and conventional plastic fuel tank systems, selective catalytic reduction systems \(SCR\) and clear vision systems and sensors\. In addition, the company produces and supplies camshafts, castings and industrial packaging\. Headquartered in Bonn, Germany, the company owns and operates more than 30 facilities in 14 countries worldwide\. Kautex is a company where ideas are put into motion by those who are accelerating the future\. A pioneer in the design and manufacture of plastic fuel systems for light vehicles, including hybrid vehicle applications, Kautex is expanding its portfolio to offer smart products and data\-driven services to our customers, enabling them to fulfill latent consumer needs\. From battery systems for use in hybrid and full battery electric vehicle applications to autonomous drive vehicle cleaning systems, Kautex is committed to pioneering solutions for the era of new mobility\. Responsibilities: + Ensure processes needed for the QMS are established, implemented and maintained + Responsible to stop processes and escalate at appropriate level in cases of non\-conformities to quality \(STOP\-AT\-DEFECT\) + Ensure product safety related identifications and requirements are fulfilled + Report the performance of the QMS timely to the Plant Manager and Corporate Quality Management + Ensure that for all employees all HR development requirements and activities are in place and gaps closed + Ensure that Customer's and Kautex' requirements are addressed and satisfied + Manage quality\-related issues with customers and suppliers + Act as the appointed Management and Customer Representative for Quality Management at Plant level \(which includes all customer specific automotive certification, IATF 16949, & CSR\) + Ensure compliance with all federal, state and local laws, government regulations and internal guidelines + Ensure the implementation of adequate preventive and evaluation tools, e\.g\.: Product inspection and testing, FMEA, Poka Yoke, etc\. + Integrate Risk\-Based\-Thinking within department and throughout the organization + Manage Non\-Conforming Products and control the “Quarantine” area + Maintain control of internal/external quality\-related documents and records + Ensure that all specific issues regarding EHS and quality are implemented and observed in line with ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 + Communicate and promote cooperation with all other Kautex Plants / Departments in order to share experiences and achieve quality targets + Promote awareness of the importance of the key quality\-related jobs + Ensure knowledge about and compliance with Customer Specific Requirements throughout your team and if necessary, define training measures **Qualifications** + Bachelor's degree, Engineering or comparable education + 3 years professional experience in automotive industry is preferable + Minimum of 5 years’ experience in quality related position + Experience in negotiation with customers and suppliers + Product knowledge is important + Knowledge of applicable customer specific requirements + Knowledge in statistics, FMEA, Control Plan APQP, PPAP, SPC, MSA, and product and process capability + Knowledge of manufacturing techniques and business systems, e\.g\.: 5S, standardized work, and visual management **Benefits** Drive your own success story through technical and leadership development Diverse global team with opportunities for cross\-functional experiences A competitive compensation and benefits package including: + Worldwide development opportunities + Excellent working conditions **EEO Statement** Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of, race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, handicap, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law\. Preference given to Veterans of the U\. S\. Armed Forces\. **Recruiting Company:** Kautex **Primary Location:** US-Georgia-Lavonia **Job Function:** Quality **Schedule:** Full-time **Job Level:** Manager with Direct Reports **Job Type:** Experienced **Shift:** First Shift **Travel:** Yes, 5 % of the Time **Relocation:** Available **Job Posting:** 08/23/2024, 10:19:54 AM **Job Number:** 326560