Job Title: Quality Manager
Company: The Maven Group’s Client (Tier 1/Tier 2 Automotive Manufacturer)
Location: Oklahoma City
Reports To: Director of Quality / Senior Leadership
Department: Quality

About the Role

Our client, a leading automotive supplier, seeks a hands-on Quality Manager to own and continuously improve a robust Quality Management System (QMS). You will spearhead warranty analytics, guide cross-functional corrective actions, and lead a 25-person team of Quality Engineers and Supervisors to achieve zero-defect performance across multiple product lines.

Key Responsibilities

• QMS Leadership

  • Design, implement, and audit ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and ISO 14001 processes, aligned with MMOG standards.

  • Maintain closed-loop warranty analysis systems that drive rapid root-cause identification and cost reduction.

• Team & Stakeholder Management

  • Direct, mentor, and develop up to 25 Quality Engineers/Supervisors; conduct hiring, training, performance reviews, and disciplinary actions.

  • Build strong relationships with customer and supplier quality counterparts, acting as the primary liaison for audits and issue resolution.

• Continuous Improvement & Launch Support

  • Lead APQP/PPAP efforts for new product introductions; develop and maintain Process Control Plans (PCP).

  • Facilitate cross-functional root-cause analysis (RCA) and corrective/preventive actions, leveraging Lean Six Sigma tools where appropriate.

  • Serve as the Quality representative in Kaizen, 5S, and other Lean initiatives.

• Warranty & Data Analytics

  • Champion data-driven decisions by integrating warranty databases, dashboards, and KPIs that reduce No-Trouble-Found (NTF) returns.

  • Translate warranty insights into actionable improvements for product and process teams.

• Compliance & Safety

  • Ensure adherence to internal policies, customer requirements, and regulatory standards.

  • Promote and maintain a safe, accident-free work environment.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or related field – or – 5+ years’ equivalent experience in automotive quality leadership.

• Proven success in Tier 1/Tier 2 automotive manufacturing environments.

• Expert knowledge of ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ISO 14001, and customer/supplier quality metrics.

• Demonstrated ability to lead teams through RCA, corrective actions, and measurable PPM/warranty cost reductions.

• Strong communication skills; comfortable interfacing with executives, customers, and production personnel.

• Working knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans, and Lean/Kaizen methodologies.

Preferred Skills

• Six Sigma Green/Black Belt certification.

• Experience deploying advanced analytics or digital quality tools for warranty management.

• Familiarity with ERP/MES platforms and statistically driven SPC processes.

Why Join?

• Visibility & Impact: Own the QMS and champion quality culture across a high-growth automotive operation.

• Leadership Scope: Direct a sizable team and influence upstream product and process decisions.

• Innovation: Leverage modern analytics to tackle real-time warranty challenges and drive cost savings.

• Career Growth: Work closely with senior leadership, gaining exposure to strategic initiatives and multi-site quality programs.

How to Apply

Ready to elevate quality performance and lead a powerhouse team? Submit your resume to Sam Schilis at The Maven Group (sam.schilis@themavengroup.com).