Quality Manager

support system development in preparation for IATF 16949 certification. The primary objective of this role is to drive continuous improvement by monitoring QMS compliance across manufacturing operations and partnering with process owners to implement effective system enhancements. Key activities include planning and executing internal and external audits, managing document control, and leading corrective action processes. This position will play a central role in cross-functional efforts to achieve and maintain compliance with industry standards, customer-specific requirements, and internal quality objectives. The successful candidate will serve as a key change agent, ensuring that systems, documentation, audit programs, and operational practices remain aligned with both current requirements and the organization’s strategic goal of attaining IATF 16949 certification.


Advantages
Comprehensive Health & Wellness
Competitive Pay & Financial Growth
Career Training & Tech Exposure

Responsibilities
•Oversee the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS) to meet ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 requirements, while strategically aligning the system with IATF 16949 standards.
•Lead the company’s transition toward IATF 16949 certification, including gap analysis, project planning, and execution.
•Ensure ongoing compliance with all customer-specific requirements, external standards, and internal policies.
•Lead the internal audit program and ensure audit coverage supports certification requirements.
•Manage corrective and preventive actions from audit findings (internal and external), customer feedback, and quality incidents.
•Ensure timely closure and effective root cause resolution of all corrective actions.
•Oversee document control for procedures, work instructions, forms, flowcharts, PFMEAs, control plans, and quality alerts.
•Standardize and align core quality documents with IATF 16949 and AIAG expectations.
•Monitor and respond to customer portals (e.g., scorecards, NCRs).
•Support supplier development initiatives related to quality compliance and IATF expectations.
•Lead and support Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities across new product launches.
•Oversee the creation and maintenance of Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) documentation for all levels.
•Coordinate cross-functional teams in FMEA, control plan, process flow, gage R&R, and capability study development.
•Promote a proactive quality culture through the use of data, KPIs, and quality tools such as root cause analysis.
•Lead IATF readiness initiatives, including internal training, gap closure, and third-party audit preparation.
•Partner with engineering, production, and management to embed quality into design, development, and operations.


Qualifications
•10+ years of work-related experience in Quality Control and/or Advanced Manufacturing (Required)
•Prior experience is quality systems role within an automotive manufacturing environment (Required)
•Post secondary education in Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field (or equivalent experience)
•In-depth understanding of ISO9001, ISO14001 required. Must possess ISO9001 Internal Auditor Certification.
•Hands-on experience with IATF 16949 and automotive customer requirements. Must possess IATF 16949 Internal Auditor Certification.
•Strong knowledge of AIAG Core Tools (SPC, CP, FMEA, PPAP, APQP, 8D). AIAG Core Tools Certification highly preferred.
•Excellent working knowledge of GD&T, Part layouts and measuring/metrology is essential. GD&T certification preferred.
•Strong knowledge of document control systems and audit processes
•Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex quality projects
•Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication, and leadership skills.
•Strong organizational and time-management skills in a high-pressure environment.
•Proficient in root cause analysis and problem-solving skills, with proficiency using the 8D method.
•Solution focused, exhibiting strong analytical skills.
•Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality and compliance.
•Excellent Oral and Written Communication Skills.
•Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and other applicable software.



Summary
If this is the position for you, APPLY ONLINE or email resume to Angeline Asokan at angeline.asokan@randstad.ca

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