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Slate Auto · 2 weeks ago

Manufacturing Quality Engineer - General Assembly

Warsaw, IN

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Slate Auto is dedicated to building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford and personalize. They are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Quality Engineer to focus on new product and process development, ensuring quality standards during plant launches and collaborating with cross-functional teams to exceed customer expectations.

AutomotiveElectric VehicleManufacturing

Responsibilities

Develop and implement robust quality assurance and control processes relative to Sub-Assembly and General Assembly

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality requirements are developed and seamlessly integrated within the manufacturing process

Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions to address technical and process quality issues to ensure the highest quality standards

Perform regular audits and inspections of manufacturing processes, ensuring adherence to quality standards and specifications for the new car launch

Work closely with suppliers through the supplier quality team to establish and monitor quality expectations for incoming materials and components

Develop and maintain quality documentation, including control plans, inspection procedures, and quality manuals accordingly

Risk minimization through use of appropriate risk assessment tools and verification of the robustness of detection and prevention systems for special characteristics

Support the development and maintenance of FMEA’s

Support the definition of quality processes and technical standards in cooperation with development, product management and manufacturing to ensure product quality

Support the planning and evaluation of product test drives within quality and approvals of functions and systems

Provide quality support to the technical and manufacturing teams, as well as drive/support daily operations

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Quality AssuranceAutomotive EngineeringRoot Cause AnalysisFMEAQuality ControlManufacturing ProcessesQuality ToolsData-Driven DecisionsTeamworkCommunication SkillsProblem Solving

Required

Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering (e.g.) industrial/ mechanical/ manufacturing or related field

10+ years of experience in automotive engineering/manufacturing quality at an OEM/ Tier 1

Very good technical understanding and sound knowledge of product/vehicle development and production with focus on manufacturing plant launch

A successful history of engaging in the delivery of new program launches on time while achieving metrics

Very good product and process assessment skills, problem solving and root cause capabilities

Sound knowledge of quality management with in-depth knowledge of Quality Assurance and Quality Control disciplines

Strong teamwork and communication skills, a high level of assertiveness as well as entrepreneurial thinking and goal- and result-oriented decision-making skills

Proven track record of engaging and participating in high-performing teams

Proficient in the use of commonly applied quality tools and processes in the automotive industry (e.g. AIAG, IATF 16949, MSA, SPC, APQP, PPAP etc.)

Good working knowledge of core documentation - FMEA's and Control Plans

Highest level of integrity and the ability to make data-driven decisions

Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced start-up environment