About this role
Position Title: Line Quality Team Leader
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About Aptiv
Aptiv is a global technology company that develops safer, greener and more connected solutions enabling the future of mobility. Headquartered in Dublin, Aptiv has over 200,000 employees and operates 11 technical centers, as well as manufacturing sites and customer support centers in 48 countries. Visit www.aptiv.com.
Your Role
In your daily job you will:
Lead daily line quality operations to ensure stable production and defect preventionMonitor key quality KPIs (FTQ, scrap, rework) and drive immediate improvement actionsManage internal quality issues and customer complaints through structured problem-solving (e.g., 8D)Ensure timely containment actions and implementation of corrective and preventive measuresOversee process compliance with IATF 16949 and internal quality standardsLead and support internal and external audits, ensuring effective follow-up actionsCollaborate cross-functionally with Production, Engineering, and SQ to improve process capabilityCoach and develop line quality engineers and inspectors to strengthen team capabilityDrive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance overall line quality performance Your Background
Key ingredients for succeeding in this role are your:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field (Master's preferred)10+ years of experience in manufacturing quality, preferably in the automotive industryMinimum 3+ years of leadership experience managing quality teams or line operationsStrong expertise in quality methodologies and tools (8D, FMEA, SPC, MSA, APQP, PPAP)In-depth knowledge of automotive quality standards (e.g., IATF 16949) and customer requirementsProven experience in handling customer complaints and leading audit responses (customer & certification audits)Demonstrated ability to drive cross-functional quality improvement initiatives in a production environmentFluent communication skills in English and Korean (for global and local stakeholder management) Why join us?
You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs. You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents. You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.
Apply today, and together let's change tomorrow!
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