Quality Manager

We always do the right thing, the right way. Job Title: Quality Manager Job ID: 705

Location: Orange, CA

Department: Quality

Reports To: General Manager

Job Type: Full Time

Compensation : $110,000 - $150,000 annually, 10% AIP

Summary At Aptiv Interconnect, we inspire the world’s most innovative teams by doing the right thing, the right way. We are seeking a strategic Quality Manager to oversee the quality department, quality management system, and direct quality control operations.

Leadership & Core Responsibilities

• Process & Metrology Control: Monitor high-precision stamping, injection molding, and automated pin-insertion processes using statistical process control (SPC)
• Compliance & Standards: Maintain adherence to industry-specific standards such as ISO 9001, AS9100D (aerospace), and IPC/WHMA-A-620 requirements. Mil-Spec and QPL experience desired.
• Defect & Failure Analysis: Lead root-cause investigations for contact resistance issues, pin deformation, or dielectric breakdown.
• Team Leadership: Train and supervise Quality Engineers, Quality Supervisor, Test Technicians and Quality Inspectors
• Floor Presence & Inspection Oversight: Supervise receiving, in-process, and final inspection procedures with an active presence on the production floor.
• Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA): Investigate nonconformances, product escapes, and customer complaints using FMEA, SPC, and 8D methodologies.
• Auditing: Lead internal operations and represent the facility during external customer, and certification audits
• Supplier Quality: Manage the approved supplier program through evaluations, performance tracking, and incoming inspections.

Position Requirements Education & Technical Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent required
• Experience: 5 to 8+ years of quality management experience within precision electronics, micro-machining, or connector/cable assembly manufacturing.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in advanced measurement equipment (optical comparators, CMM, XRF plating thickness analyzers) and Lean/Six Sigma methodologies.

Certifications & Competencies

• Certifications: Certified Quality Manager (CQM), Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt strongly preferred.

Compensation, Benefits & Legal Total Rewards & Compensation

• Base Salary Range: $110,000 - $150,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications.
• Incentive Compensation: 10% AIP
• Benefits & Perks: Employees receive a comprehensive benefits package featuring health coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and career development resources.

EEO Statement Aptiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities). We adhere to all federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination and strictly prohibit workplace harassment of any kind.