Quality Compliance Support Specialist

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and update compliance records, quality documentation, and regulatory filings in the company's document management system.
• Support preparation and submission of compliance reports to internal stakeholders and external regulatory bodies.
• Track expiration dates and renewal schedules for certifications, permits, licenses, and audit schedules.
• Absorb and audit compliance data to identify gaps, inconsistencies, or non-conformances.
• Compile compliance status reports, KPI dashboards, and audit findings for management review.
• Maintain supplier compliance records including PPAP documentation, material certifications, and corrective action logs.
• Audit & Corrective Action Support: Support coordination of internal and external audits (customer, third-party, IATF, IATF 16949). Track corrective and preventive action (CAPA) items, ensuring timely updates and closure in the tracking system. Prepare audit documentation packages and distribute pre-audit materials to relevant departments.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Liaise with engineering, production, purchasing, and customer quality teams to gather required compliance data. Communicate compliance deadlines, outstanding action items, and documentation requirements to internal stakeholders. Assist with onboarding suppliers to compliance portals and tracking platforms.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 1+ years of experience in an administrative, data entry, or compliance support role within the automotive or manufacturing industry.
• Working knowledge of automotive quality standards including IATF 16949 and/or ISO 9001.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook); experience with QMS or ERP systems (e.g., SAP, IATF-compliant QMS platforms) is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail with demonstrated accuracy in data entry tasks.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced regulated environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in related field preferred.
• Familiarity with AIAG core tools: APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, and SPC.
• Experience supporting customer-specific requirements (Ford Q1, GM BIQS, Stellantis, etc.).
• Knowledge of IMDS (International Material Data System) and substance of concern (SOC) compliance.
• Prior exposure to IATF 16949 internal audits or supplier development activities.
• ASQ Certified Quality Technician (CQT) or equivalent certification is an asset.