Canadian Executive Search Group Inc. is seeking an experienced Quality Manager for a CK client

Quality Manager

Job Summary

The Quality Manager is responsible for leading and maintaining the Quality Management System (QMS) for a Tier 1 automotive manufacturing facility in Ontario. This position ensures compliance with IATF 16949 standards, customer-specific requirements, and all applicable regulatory requirements while driving continuous improvement across manufacturing processes and product quality.

The Quality Manager provides leadership to the Quality team, supports new product launches, manages internal and external audits, and collaborates with cross-functional departments to achieve quality, safety, delivery, and cost objectives.

Education

- Post-secondary diploma or degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related technical field.
- An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will also be considered.

Experience

- Minimum of five (5) years of quality experience within an automotive manufacturing environment.
- Experience working directly with OEM customers is required.
- Previous experience in a Quality Manager or Quality Supervisor role is required.

Language

- English (written and verbal).

Skills & Competencies

- Strong leadership and team development skills
- People management and coaching
- Quality, safety, and environmental awareness
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Lean Manufacturing principles
- Continuous improvement mindset
- High level of accountability, ethics, and integrity
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Computer Skills

- Microsoft 365
- ERP systems
- Quality management databases
- Customer portals




- Basic data analysis tools
- AutoCAD experience is considered an asset

Physical Requirements

- Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments.
- Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods as required.
- Ability to safely operate standard office and production equipment.
- Ability to travel internationally as required.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Leadership

- Lead and maintain the site's Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with IATF 16949 standards and customer-specific requirements.
- Ensure quality standards are consistently achieved across all products and manufacturing processes.
- Oversee APQP and PPAP activities, including supplier and annual PPAP submissions.
- Plan, coordinate, and lead internal, external, customer, and certification audits.
- Monitor customer scorecards, portals, complaints, and non-conformances while ensuring timely implementation of corrective actions.
- Lead quality investigations using structured problem-solving methodologies, including Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Interim Containment Actions (ICA), and Permanent Corrective Actions (PCA).
- Maintain document control systems to ensure accuracy, revision control, and accessibility of quality documentation.

Continuous Improvement & Program Support

- Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing scrap, rework, defects, and customer complaints.




- Support engineering change management activities and successful current product launches.
- Partner with Operations, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams to improve process capability, product quality, and operational efficiency.
- Utilize Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies to enhance overall plant performance.

Leadership & Team Development

- Provide leadership, coaching, and direction to Quality Engineers and other Quality team members.
- Foster a collaborative, accountable, and high-performing team environment.
- Ensure employee training requirements are completed and maintained through the company training matrix.
- Support employee development through mentoring, performance management, and continuous learning opportunities.

Health, Safety & Wellness

- Promote a safe workplace by complying with the Company's Health and Safety Management System.
- Support hazard identification, risk reduction initiatives, and continuous safety improvements.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable health, safety, and wellness legislation and Company policies.
- Demonstrate and promote ethical behavior while adhering to the Company's Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct.

Environmental Responsibilities

- Support and promote the Company's Environmental Management System.
- Champion initiatives focused on waste reduction, recycling, energy conservation, and responsible resource utilization.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable environmental legislation and Company environmental policies.
- Encourage environmentally responsible practices throughout the organization.

Please send your resume to [email protected]

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📌 Quality Manager (Canada)
🏢 Canadian Executive Search Group
📍 Canada