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Oetiker

Manufactures clamps and quick-connectors for vehicles

Quality Manager

Full-TimePosted on 10/2/2026
$110k/yr
Senior
Bachelor's
Marlette, MI, USA
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About the job

Requirements
  • Five or more years of supervisory experience in quality management within automotive manufacturing or high-volume manufacturing industries.
  • Lead Auditor certification for ISO 14000 and TS 16949 standards.
  • Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent in a related field.
  • Experience liaising with customers and vendors, preferably in the automotive sector.
  • Ability to use the 8D problem-solving methodology to address quality issues.
Responsibilities
  • Maintain, develop, and monitor the effectiveness of the Quality System to meet organizational and regulatory requirements.
  • Serve as Management Representative for ISO 14001 and TS 16949 standards, guiding the organization toward compliance.
  • Coordinate internal and external audits to assess compliance and identify areas for improvement.
  • Collaborate with process owners and other teams to ensure adherence to ISO 14000 and TS 16949 standards.
  • Prepare and submit the annual departmental budget to Oetiker Management in accordance with Finance Department guidelines.
  • Develop, implement, and monitor quality department goals and objectives to drive continuous improvement.
  • Create, monitor, and report performance measures to staff and the Management Team.
  • Lead health and safety initiatives.
  • Provide leadership to Quality Department staff, ensuring they have the tools required to succeed and supporting their career development through Developmental Reviews.
  • Monitor employee performance against Company Policy and implement measures as necessary.
  • Encourage staff innovation and continuous improvement, lead by example, and drive results through a continuous-improvement and zero-defect mentality.

About the company

Oetiker supplies high-quality connecting solutions for the vehicle industry and other industrial segments, focusing on ensuring reliable connections for mission-critical parts. Its product lineup includes clamps, rings, straps, and quick-connectors used in powertrain, drivetrain, and medical applications. The company combines products with engineering, prototyping, and testing support to quickly develop comprehensive clamping and connection solutions. With 1,800+ employees across more than 25 countries and over 75 years of experience, Oetiker positions itself as a global, long-term partner for leading OEMs. Its differentiators include deep expertise in a broad range of high-end clamps and connectors, combined with hands-on engineering services to tailor solutions and overcome specific clamping challenges. The company’s goal is to help customers achieve reliable connections in critical systems, maintaining trust and continuity as a global supplier.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Horgen, Switzerland

Founded

1942

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • AD Plast broadens manufacturing into injection molding and deepens Nordic market access.
  • Aftermarket Kits create recurring replacement demand outside volatile original-equipment programs.
  • The 2026 news page shows active product merchandising and customer-facing commercialization efforts.

What critics are saying

  • Automotive demand concentration exposes Oetiker to OEM production swings and supplier cuts.
  • AD Plast integration can distract management and delay injection-molding synergies through 2026.
  • No 2025-2026 hiring or expansion disclosures signal a quiet, low-momentum operating environment.

What makes Oetiker unique

  • Oetiker, founded 1942, leads high-end connecting solutions from Horgen, Switzerland.
  • November 25, 2024 AD Plast acquisition adds injection molding capability beyond clamps.
  • Oetiker Aftermarket Kits target passenger, commercial, two-wheeler, cooling, and heating applications.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

401(k) Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Training Programs