Empire Die Casting · 1 day ago
Quality Systems Manager, IATF 16949 Compliance
Macedonia, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expEmpire Die Casting is seeking a Quality Systems Manager to lead the Quality Journey towards achieving a zero-defect mindset. This role involves guiding teams, implementing quality management systems, and ensuring compliance with ISO and IATF 16949 standards.
Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Walk the manufacturing line to validate process controls and coach teams toward zero-defect execution
Review key quality metrics, spot trends, and brief executive leadership with data-driven recommendations
Unblock cross-functional issues with Production, Engineering, and Supply Chain before they become customer problems
Host internal audits in the morning, welcome a customer visit in the afternoon, and close the day by finalizing corrective actions
Build, implement, and sustain Quality Management Systems aligned with ISO and IATF 16949 requirements
Embed quality into manufacturing to consistently produce parts with zero defects
Lead root cause investigations and corrective/preventive actions across operations
Define inspection and control plans that meet customer and regulatory expectations
Drive continuous improvement to boost capability, efficiency, and cost performance
Partner with Production, Engineering, and Supply Chain to anticipate and resolve quality risks
Own internal and external audits and maintain certification readiness
Prepare detailed customer reports, manage customer visits, and resolve issues rapidly
Provide technical support to the plant for emergent quality concerns
Assist Account Managers with PPAP packages and documentation
Develop Quality Results Inspection sheets and Picture Process Maps
Support Material Return Authorizations, oversee closure, and maintain customer rework authorization
Maintain quality records and deliver comprehensive quality reports
Assess customer-supplied product and mentor quality personnel as needed
Serve as the customer’s voice on all quality-related concerns
Stay current on automotive standards, regulatory changes, and enabling technologies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field; Master's preferred
10+ years in manufacturing quality leadership with a record of implementing robust quality systems
Deep knowledge of manufacturing processes, tooling, and quality control methods
Proven analytical skills to interpret data, detect patterns, and deploy solutions
Exceptional leadership, communication, and cross-functional influence
Comfort working directly with executive management and operations
Preferred
Automotive experience and IATF 16949 knowledge are significant pluses
5 Why (Root Cause Analysis Method)
Quality Control Experience
Tolerance Analysis
Quality Control Data Analysis
PPAP Process Experience
Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) (Zeiss)
Quality Control Software
Company
Empire Die Casting
Empire Die Casting is an engineering company that produces aluminum and zinc die castings.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Yogendra Rahangdale
PRESIDENT AND CEO
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