The Plant Quality Engineering Manager (PQEM) is responsible for all aspects of product conformity at the Sterling Heights Assembly Plant. The PQEM reports directly to the Quality Center Manager and manages the Product Quality team on all product quality related issues. With unquestioned integrity and strength of conviction, the PQM responds to manufacturing quality issues and manages product changes. The Product Quality Engineering Manager will build effective relationships with both Salaried and Hourly, Assembly Plant and Corporate, to lead projects, validate product changes, provide technical expertise, and improve outgoing quality that will exceed the customers’ expectations. Through the usage of advanced problem solving and kaizen methodology, the PQEM leads and supports all continuous quality improvement initiatives by working collaboratively within cross-functional manufacturing teams and facilitates consensus from the main stakeholders. The PQEM works to develop standards and best practices that can be read across to other assembly plants.

Additional Responsibilities Include

Lead external quality KPI management for achieving targets, driving improvement/corrective actions and escalation
Resolution of systemic/chronic or major quality issues (Top Warranty, Recalls, RRT, CSN)
Development process for Plant Vehicle Engineer (PVE) core competencies
Implementation of best practice and standards (Read Across) through PVE Tech Clubs
Manage the implementation of Product/Process Changes through Risk Assessment and station readiness process (PERs, IAAs, CNs and Station Change Management)
Perform critical Yard Hold/PRI activities to ensure vehicle quality, mitigation of risks and prompt release of units
Ensure compliance to standards for critical vehicle level functional objectives, performance standards and processes (HLA, Alignment, Water Test, Rolls, Evac/Fill, Electrical Tests)
Support WCM Quality & Customer Safety Pillar by leading resolution of Quality issues
Lead Q Teams and participate in up front development activities for risk/issue identification for launching products (WPI, PPIW, Digital Scroll, PFMEAs, ECRA, SRA, Functionality, Fit/Finish)
Ensure all milestone targets are met during each Development Phase within Launch
Production conformity through the Vehicle Center (CTVV) testing
Represent “Voice of the Customer” within the Assembly Plant
Deliver cars in conformity (CPA, TDF and VLO must be within assigned targets)
Manages the Supplier Table Organization through his staff to ensure Material issues are addressed appropriately

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering Technology from an accredited university (or other Engineering degree, in combination with relevant experience)
8+ years of plant quality related experience
Previous experience in Plant Resident Engineering, Plant Vehicle Engineering, or Vehicle Launch
Ability to lead an Engineering team to deliver product changes and launches on time
Previous supervisory experience with demonstrated ability to coach and teach others
Well-versed in Google and/of Microsoft Programs
Experience with Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and corrective actions
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal from High Level Meetings down to the Shop Floor
Ability to work off shift hours as necessary
Previous experience working in a union environment
Self-motivated and directed
Ability to thrive in a high intensity environment while working on multiple projects
Experience in design, testing, or manufacturing of vehicles and it’s related components

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree
Reactive Black Belt
World Class Manufacturing Experience, preferably in QCS, WO, EEM, EPM

Our Benefits — Designed With You In Mind

Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage

From your very first day, you’ll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage — ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected. Also, our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers confidential support for personal and professional challenges, always ready when you need it.

Family Building Benefit

We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.

Generous Paid Time Off

We believe in work-life balance. That’s why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.

Competitive Retirement Savings Plans

We Help You Plan For The Future With

An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans
An employer contribution, even if you don’t contribute

Income Protection & Insurance Options

Benefit from both employer-provided and voluntary plan offerings, including life insurance, group accident, critical illness, etc. - supporting the needs of you and your family and ensuring peace of mind.

Company Vehicle Lease Program

Eligible employees and their immediate families can participate in the company vehicle lease program, providing access to Stellantis vehicles with insurance, maintenance, and unlimited miles included. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.

Support for Your Growth and Giving Back

We believe in investing in your future and your passions:

Tuition reimbursement
Student loan refinancing programs
18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community

And so much more!

When you join us, you’re not just building a career — you’re joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.

At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.

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