Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or related field.
5+ years of experience in Incoming, Supplier, or Manufacturing Quality in the automotive sector.
Experience leading quality teams or technicians.
Strong knowledge of incoming inspection processes and containment activities.
Familiarity with automotive quality standards like IATF 16949, AIAG, and PPAP.
Responsibilities
Lead incoming quality inspection activities for purchased components.
Develop and enhance incoming inspection procedures and control plans.
Ensure consistent quality standards execution.
Mentor quality technicians and team leaders in their roles.
Address incoming material quality issues to support daily operations.
Collaborate with suppliers on quality expectations and corrective actions.
Monitor and improve supplier quality performance.
Benefits
Training and professional development opportunities.
Exposure to a fast-paced startup environment.
Involvement in new product launches and manufacturing readiness.
Opportunity to lead and mentor a quality team.
Collaborative work with cross-functional teams.
Full Job Description
Overview :
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related field, with a minimum of 5+ years of experience in Incoming Quality, Supplier Quality, or Manufacturing Quality within automotive or regulated manufacturing environments.
This role is responsible for leading all incoming quality inspection activities for supplied components and materials entering Client manufacturing operations.
The successful candidate will ensure incoming parts meet quality requirements, support production readiness, drive supplier accountability, and lead a team responsible for inspection and containment activities.
The ideal candidate has strong experience in supplier and manufacturing quality, incoming inspection processes, problem-solving, team leadership, and cross-functional collaboration. This individual will play a critical role in supporting production launches, improving supplier quality performance, and building robust incoming quality processes within a fast-paced automotive startup environment.
Key Responsibilities :
Incoming Quality Operations Leadership
Lead and manage incoming quality inspection activities for all purchased components and materials.
Develop, implement, and improve incoming inspection procedures, acceptance criteria, and control plans.
Ensure consistent execution of incoming quality standards across manufacturing operations.
Lead, mentor, and support quality technicians and team leaders responsible for incoming inspections.
Support daily manufacturing operations by quickly addressing incoming material quality concerns.
Supplier Quality & Containment Management
Serve as the primary incoming quality contact for supplier-related quality concerns.
Collaborate with suppliers to communicate quality expectations and drive corrective actions.
Manage containment activities for non-conforming material, including segregation, documentation, rework, return, or scrap decisions.
Monitor supplier quality performance and support improvement initiatives.
Partner with Supplier Quality teams to reduce recurring supplier defects.
Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement
Analyze incoming quality data and identify trends impacting manufacturing performance.
Lead root cause investigations and corrective/preventive action activities.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, capability, cost reduction, and risk mitigation.
Support implementation of quality best practices and robust inspection processes.
Launch & Production Readiness Support
Support new product introductions and manufacturing launches.
Validate incoming materials and components to ensure production readiness.
Support PPAP activities and production release requirements.
Work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Operations teams to resolve launch-related quality concerns.
Audit, Compliance & Documentation
Support incoming quality audits and compliance activities aligned with IATF 16949, AIAG, and internal requirements.
Maintain inspection records, supplier quality documentation, and control plans.
Ensure compliance with quality standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Promote a safe and compliant work environment.
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Training
Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations, and Supplier Quality teams to resolve quality issues.
Provide technical guidance and quality support to manufacturing personnel.
Train and coach quality technicians on inspection methods and quality standards.
Drive alignment across teams on incoming quality expectations and continuous improvement objectives.
Profile:
Experienced quality professional with strong knowledge of incoming inspection and supplier quality processes.
Hands-on leader capable of managing teams while remaining involved in daily operations.
Strong ownership mentality with a proactive approach to problem solving.
Comfortable operating within a fast-paced startup or launch environment.
Excellent communicator able to work effectively with suppliers, manufacturing teams, and engineering groups.
Strong analytical mindset with proven root cause investigation capabilities.
Focused on continuous improvement, quality excellence, and operational performance.
Highly organized and capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
Must Have:
5+ years of experience in Incoming Quality, Supplier Quality, or Manufacturing Quality within automotive or regulated manufacturing environments.
Experience leading quality technicians, inspectors, or quality teams.
Strong knowledge of incoming inspection processes and containment activities.
Experience working directly with suppliers to resolve quality concerns and drive corrective actions.
Knowledge of automotive quality standards and methodologies including IATF 16949, AIAG, APQP, PPAP, MSA, and SPC.
Experience performing root cause analysis and implementing corrective and preventive actions.
Experience supporting manufacturing operations, production launches, and quality issue resolution.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Permanent US work authorization required.
Good to Have:
Experience supporting electric vehicle programs or high-voltage components.
Six Sigma, ASQ, CQE, or other Quality certifications.
Experience supporting startup, launch, or greenfield manufacturing operations.
