Position SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Materials Quality Supervisor to lead and strengthen our Incoming Material Quality function. This is a supervisory role for a quality professional who thrives at the intersection of engineering collaboration, team development, and strategic quality oversight. You will own incoming inspection strategy, calibration oversight, MRB participation, and material quality problem solving. You will work independently, interface daily with cross-functional partners, and serve as a trusted leader within the Quality organization. This role is ideal for someone with a strong automotive background and a desire to mentor others while influencing product quality early in the design and production lifecycle.
Position ResponsibilitiesMaterial Quality & Incoming Inspection- Lead incoming inspection activities to ensure materials meet engineering and quality requirements before entering production
- Define inspection strategies, including methods, sampling plans, frequencies, and acceptance criteria
- Identify critical characteristics and ensure appropriate controls are applied
- Manage quarantine material and support Material Review Board (MRB) activities
Prototype & First Article Support- Oversee the acceptance of prototype builds and First Article production
- Provide dimensional and metrology expertise for FAI and early production releases
- Collaborate with Engineering, Supplier Quality, and Manufacturing during new part introduction
Field Service Returns (Customer Quality Support)- Oversee analysis of field service returns in conjunction with Customer Quality Engineers
- Drive feedback to Engineering, Supplier Quality, and Manufacturing
Cross-Functional Collaboration- Interface daily with Supplier Quality Engineers (SQEs), Production Quality, Manufacturing, and Engineering
- Participate in issue resolution meetings and critical part design reviews
- Act as a quality voice in design for manufacturability and inspectability discussions
Leadership, Mentorship & Training- Lead, mentor, and develop material quality and inspection team members
- Conduct training sessions on GD&T, CMM programming, inspection techniques, and metrology best practices
- Serve as a key technical leader within the senior Quality Assurance team
Metrics, Dashboards & Reporting- Own regular quality reporting using various reporting and dashboard tools
- Communicate material quality status, risks, trends, and improvement actions to Quality leadership and cross-functional stakeholders
- Use data to help prioritize work, improve visibility, and drive continuous improvement initiatives
Position Qualifications- 5+ years of progressive experience in Quality Engineering / Quality Assurance roles
- Extensive experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally automotive or automotive-adjacent
- Proven ability to work independently, manage priorities, and lead through technical influence
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration skills
Preferred Requirements- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline
- Automotive OEM or Tier-1 supplier experience
- Experience with FAI, MRB, SPC, MSA, APQP, and PPAP
- Background supporting prototype builds and early production programs
