Manager - Multimedia Quality/Logistics - Bilingual in Korean/English

Overview

The Multimedia Quality/Logistics Manager is responsible for technical support and logistics to all areas of the Multimedia Plant and providing leadership and guidance to the QC Team Members.

Responsibilities

• Manage quality system support across all plant functions to meet customer and IATF 16949 requirements, coordinating closely with Headquarter and suppliers.
• Develop and maintain company quality initiatives, including IATF/ISO certification and continuous improvement of quality systems.
• Manage PPAP documentation, approvals, and customer communication, acting as a bilingual liaison with Korean suppliers.
• Coordinate with process engineering, manufacturing, Korean suppliers, and customers for new product and process launches.
• Evaluate nonconforming materials and review supplier quality trends, focusing on Korean-based suppliers.
• Control product quality using P-FMEA, Control Plans, Process Flow, SPC, Work Instructions, and Quality Alerts.
• Lead resolution of supplier quality issues through direct coordination with Korean partners.
• Develop and implement Poka-Yoke systems to support quality-focused production.
• Conduct internal Layered Process Audits (LPA) and ensure corrective actions are completed.
• Manage corrective action processes (8D, 5-Why) and ensure timely internal and external communication in Korean and English.
• Make final disposition decisions on questionable products based on drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Manage containment activities, including internal and customer-directed sorting.
• Review and approve rework procedures for nonconforming products.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and manufacturing documentation from U.S. and Korean sources.
• Coordinate and perform supplier process audits for qualification and process changes.
• Review and approve charge-back and cost recovery claims related to quality issues.
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of gauges, fixtures, and inspection equipment supplied by Korean manufacturers.
• Ensure compliance with workplace safety requirements and participate in safety meetings.
• Manage overtime planning and control for assigned staff.
• Coordinate inbound material flow and outbound shipment activities through on-site oversight.
• Support review of shipping and storage agreements through internal on-site coordination.
• Support shipping-related RFQs in coordination with Headquarter department.
• Evaluate logistics contractors and revise contracts to improve efficiency and cost.
• Prompt, regular, predictable attendance
• Physical presence at work during all scheduled work hours
• Overtime and weekend work as required
• All other job duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities: Yes, 1 QC specialist and floor workers

Qualifications

Required Education :

• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electronics/Industrial Engineering, or related field
• 8 years of experience in automotive manufacturing/assembly
• 5 years of experience in Quality Control
• 3 years of experience in Logistics concerning duties
• 6 Sigma Black Belt preferred

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Strong leadership skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Proficient Presentation skills
• Proficient communication skills using various technical terms
• Proficient automotive knowledge (repair, assembly)
• Self-motivated and ability to work rapidly under pressure and time constraints

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations: None

Working Conditions:

• 90% office and 10% production floor
• Traversing around the production floor to inspect processes and parts
• Communication with multiple levels of team members
• Occasionally lifting 20-30 lbs.
• All responsibilities are performed on-site at our Montgomery, Alabama plant. This position has one primary work location, and any global or supplier coordination is conducted from this on-site location.