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Job Description:

The NPD Quality Manager will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of new product developments (NPD) from concept to launch. This individual will be responsible for integrating quality principles and practices into the NPD process, ensuring compliance with customer requirements and industry standards.

Job Responsibility:

  • Develop and implement quality plans for new product development projects
  • Define quality requirements and acceptance criteria for new products
  • Ensure quality considerations are integrated into all phases of the NPD process
  • Lead the application of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) methodologies
  • Coordinate the development of FMEAs, control plans, and other quality documentation
  • Ensure timely submission and approval of PPAP packages
  • Collaborate with design and engineering teams to ensure quality is built into the product design
  • Conduct design reviews and provide feedback on design for manufacturability and quality
  • Implement DFMEA and PFMEA to mitigate potential quality risks
  • Develop and execute validation and testing plans to ensure product reliability and performance
  • Analyze test data and identify potential quality issues
  • Ensure all testing is conducted in accordance with customer and industry standards
  • Evaluate and select suppliers for new product components
  • Conduct supplier audits and assessments during the NPD phase
  • Work with suppliers to ensure the quality of supplied parts and materials
  • Lead root cause analysis and problem-solving efforts for quality issues during NPD
  • Implement corrective and preventive actions to prevent recurrence of defects
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the NPD process
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date quality records and documentation
  • Prepare and present quality reports to project teams and management
  • Ensure compliance with IATF 16949 and customer specific requirements
  • Work closely with design, engineering, manufacturing, and sales teams to ensure successful new product launches
  • Act as the primary quality interface for NPD projects

Requirements:

  • Strong background in automotive quality
  • Deep understanding of NPD processes
  • Proven track record of driving quality improvements in new product launches
  • Experience in NPD Quality Planning
  • Experience in APQP and PPAP Management
  • Experience in Design for Quality (DFQ)
  • Experience in Validation and Testing
  • Experience in Supplier Quality Management (NPD Focus)
  • Experience in Problem Solving and Continuous Improvement
  • Experience in Documentation and Reporting
  • Experience in Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Experience with IATF 16949 and customer specific requirements

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 19, 2025

Expiration:
January 01, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
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