Quality Manager l Automotive

Michael Page International

Akron, OH

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
8D, Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Automotive Management, Automotive Manufacturing, Change Management, Coaching, Communication Skills, Documentation, Injection Molding, Leadership, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Quality Engineering, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Root Cause Analysis
LOCATION
Akron, OH
POSTED
Today
  • Join a global organization that continues to revolutionize the industry!
  • Support and develop several high-profile customers!
About Our Client

Our client partners with automotive manufacturers who need parts they can rely on, at scale, without surprises. Injection molding is what they do, and they do it with care, consistency, and a clear focus on performance. Their teams work across regions to support global programs, from early design input through full production. They know the pressures of automotive manufacturing, tight timelines, strict quality standards, and zero room for error. That is why they stay close to their customers, communicate clearly, and solve problems fast. Quality sits at the center of everything. They invest in the right tools, the right processes, and experienced people who take ownership of the work. Every part they produce is built to meet real-world demands, not just a spec sheet. Customers work with them because they are practical, dependable, and easy to do business with.

Job Description
  • Lead, coach, and develop the quality team, inspectors, engineers, and technicians
  • Own the quality management system and keep it fully compliant with IATF 16949
  • Act as the main customer contact for all quality topics, including complaints and audits
  • Drive root cause analysis using tools like 8D, 5 Why, and Fishbone, then make sure actions stick
  • Partner with production to improve processes, reduce defects, and prevent repeat issues
  • Oversee APQP, PPAP, control plans, PFMEAs, and change management activities
  • Review quality data daily and turn trends into clear, practical actions
  • Prepare and lead internal, customer, and third-party audits
  • Escalate risks early and push for solutions that protect the customer and the business
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant
  • Solid experience as a Quality Manager or Senior Quality Engineer in automotive manufacturing
  • Strong working knowledge of IATF 16949 and core quality tools
  • Confident leadership style, you lead by example and hold people accountable
  • Clear, direct communication, especially under pressure
  • A practical mindset, you focus on fixing problems, not just documenting them
What's on Offer
  • Compensation up to $160,000
  • 20% Bonus
  • 5% 401K Match
  • Medical, Dental and Vision
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • More!


Contact

Evan Gilbert

Quote job ref

JN-052026-7012651

About the Company

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Michael Page International

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
WEBSITE
https://www.michaelpage.ca/