Quality Manager

Job Posting Title

Quality Manager

Job Description Summary

Dauch is searching for a Quality Manager to join our team. This position will be based out of our Ridgway PA location.

This Quality Manager is responsible for managing the daily operations of the Quality Management System driving lean initiatives ensuring compliance with customer and regulatory requirements and fostering a culture of quality throughout the organization.

In this role the Quality Manager will partner closely with leadership operations engineering suppliers and customers to improve product quality drive operational excellence and support ongoing business growth.

Job Description:

• Strong understanding of Quality Management Systems and quality assurance principles.

• Experience with auditing root cause analysis corrective actions and continuous improvement methodologies.

• Provide technical guidance and support related to metallurgy material specifications heat treatment processes and product quality

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and problem-solving techniques.

• Initiates customer contact for on-going feedback and takes proactive role in responding to customer concerns as they relate to product quality.

• Performs directs and/or participates in training related to quality knowledge and awareness.

• Excellent leadership coaching and team development skills.

• Ability to influence and obtain results through cross-functional teams.

• Demonstrated ability to make sound decisions with limited direction.

• Effective conflict resolution and change management skills.

• Strong analytical and organizational capabilities.

• Ability to communicate effectively with associates customers suppliers and senior leadership.

• All other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Education

• Bachelor Degree or equivalent relevant work experience.

• 5 years experience in Quality in a manufacturing environment (automotive or metal manufacturing highly desired).

• 2 years progressive leadership experience.

• Experienced in auditing (IATF ISO etc) and customer relationship management.

About Dauch:

Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit MI with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit to learn more.

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