About this opportunity
Xecutive Recruitment Inc. lists this General Manager Quality opportunity in arlington, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Quality Manager
A leading, high-volume manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Quality Manager to lead plant-level quality strategy, systems, and execution. This role is responsible for ensuring product quality, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement across manufacturing operations while serving as a key partner to Operations, Engineering, and Supply Chain.
The ideal candidate is a hands‑on quality leader with deep experience in automotive manufacturing, strong customer‑facing capabilities, and a proven track record of driving quality performance in complex production environments.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and maintain the plant Quality Management System in compliance with IATF 16949 , ISO 9001 , and customer‑specific requirements
Own plant quality KPIs including PPM, scrap, rework, warranty, and customer scorecards
Serve as the primary quality interface for OEM and Tier‑1 customers, including audits, launches, and issue resolution
Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions using structured problem‑solving methodologies (8D, 5‑Why, Fishbone, etc.)
Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Supply Chain to ensure robust process controls and continuous improvement
Lead internal and external audits, including customer, third‑party, and internal system audits
Support new product launches through APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, and Control Plan development
Manage, coach, and develop the quality team (quality engineers, technicians, inspectors)
Champion a culture of quality, accountability, and operational excellence throughout the plant
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical discipline
8–12+ years of quality leadership experience in automotive or high‑volume manufacturing
Strong working knowledge of IATF 16949 , Core Tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA), and customer requirements
Experience managing customer relationships and leading quality responses at a senior level
Proven ability to lead teams, influence cross‑functional partners, and drive change
Hands‑on, data‑driven, and comfortable in a fast‑paced production environment
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Quality Assurance, Engineering, and Management
Industries
Manufacturing
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
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Worksite address
arlington, TX, 76000, US
Who can apply
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