Quality Manager

Here, people are at the center of our strategy. With talented, responsible, and committed professionals, we create products and solutions that impact every corner of the country, generate results, and provide a better life.​Come build the industry of the future in an innovative, upright, and inclusive environment, where respect is a non-negotiable value and you can be who you are.​We are looking for a Quality Manager to lead the Quality agenda, connecting strategy, people, and operation to elevate operational excellence and business performance.This is a strategic position, with a strong presence on the shop floor and close interaction with unit leadership. The professional will be responsible for developing team capability, promoting standardization, disseminating best practices, and transforming local challenges into systemic solutions.Responsibilities and assignmentsThe purpose of the positionTo act as a technical and management reference for local leadership, contributing directly to the construction of a more robust, preventive, integrated, and results-oriented Quality organization.Main responsibilities:Act as a technical and management mentor for local leadershipTo build succession and strengthen the organizational capability of the Quality areaTo consolidate, analyze, and monitor regional Quality and performance indicatorsTo identify systemic trends and prioritize strategic actionsTo conduct periodic performance reviews with plant leadersTo anticipate Quality risks that may impact customers, audits, and business resultsTo ensure the effectiveness of preventive Quality systemsTo structure and monitor action plans with rigor, ensuring that what is defined is effectively executedTo promote process standardization and the dissemination of best practices among unitsTo act as a facilitator in problem-solving, removing execution blocks and bottlenecksTo develop interfaces with corporate and global teams, ensuring alignment and integration of Quality strategiesTo act close to the shop floor, understanding the particularities of each plant (Itaúna, Sumaré, and Feira de Santana) and supporting process evolutionTo lead and conduct Strategic Projects for the transformation and strengthening of the Quality cultureRequirements and qualificationsMandatory requirementsCompleted degree in EngineeringAdvanced/Fluent English (Frequent interaction with teams from other countries)Proven experience working with Quality in an industrial environment, preferably in the automotive sectorExperience with leading multidisciplinary teamsExperience with managing multiple units or matrix structuresExperience in conducting organizational transformationsExperience in managing indicators and performanceExperience with interfacing with corporate/global teamsExperience with structured programs (Lean, Six Sigma, APQP, etc.)Practical experience with Root Cause Analysis, preferably using the 8D methodologyPractical experience with Non-conformity Management, quality systems, and IATRequirements desirable MBA, Post-graduationIn-depth technical knowledge of the mandatory requirementsAdditional informationBenefits:Allya (discount club)Milk allowanceGlasses allowanceSchool benefitChristmas basketLeisure clubFundação Félix Chomé (scholarship)Baby kitExtended maternity leaveExtended paternity leaveMedication planMedical and dental health planPrivate pensionProfit Sharing ProgramInternal restaurantVacation returnLife insuranceTransportation vouchersWellHub (wellness and gym platform)