Engineer, Incoming Quality
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Job Location:
Warsaw, IN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
ABOUT SLATE
At Slate were building safe reliable vehicles that people can afford personalize and loveand doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate because people should have control over how their trucks look feel and represent them.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Incoming Quality Engineer to join our team. This role is critical in ensuring the quality of incoming materials and components supporting supplier development and driving continuous improvement in our manufacturing operations.
WHAT YOU GET TO DO:
Job Role & Responsibilities:
Lead and manage incoming quality inspection activities for all supplied components and materials.
Develop and implement inspection procedures and control plans for incoming parts.
Collaborate with suppliers to define and monitor quality expectations and ensure compliance with specifications.
Analyze incoming quality data identify trends and drive root cause analysis for any deviations.
Implement corrective and preventive actions in collaboration with suppliers and internal teams.
Coordinate and conduct incoming quality audits to ensure adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Maintain and update quality documentation including inspection records control plans and supplier quality reports.
Support new product launches by validating incoming parts and ensuring readiness for production.
Work cross-functionally with engineering production and quality teams to resolve quality issues and optimize processes.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on incoming quality process capability and cost reduction.
Provide technical guidance and training to inspection staff and cross-functional teams.
Support containment of nonconforming material on the production floor due to supplier quality issues. Identify and segregate defective components document nonconformance details and coordinate with suppliers to initiate containment actions. Facilitate root cause analysis and support disposition activities including rework return or scrap decisions. Ensure timely communication and resolution to minimize production impact.
Perform other duties as assigned related to quality management.
WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM:
Qualifications:
High integrity curiosity and resourcefulness.
Ability to thrive in a dynamic fast-paced environment.
Strong teamwork assertiveness and a results-oriented mindset.
Commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
Bachelors degree in Engineering Quality Management or a related field.
5 years experience in quality engineering or supplier quality within a manufacturing environment.
Proven expertise in incoming inspection supplier quality management and root cause analysis.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; experience with data analysis and reporting.
Familiarity with automotive quality standards (AIAG IATF 16949 APQP PPAP MSA SPC).
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work cross-functionally.
Proficiency in quality management systems and tools such as Six Sigma Lean Manufacturing and Statistical Process Control (SPC).
Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced degree or certifications (Six Sigma ASQ etc.).
Experience with electric vehicle components and supplier development.
Experience launching new vehicle programs in a fast-paced environment.
WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE
At Slate were fueled by grit determination and attention to detail. The start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence innovation and mutual respect and is motivated by shared principles.
Safety First
Delight Customers
One Team
Relentless Improvement
Fast Frugal and Scrappy
Respectful Collaboration
Positive Legacy
WE WANT TO WORK WITH PEOPLE THAT REFLECT THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH WE OPERATE.
Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age veteran status marital status parental status cultural background organizational level work styles tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.
Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability you may contact us at
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- APQP
- Quality Assurance
- Six Sigma
- ISO 9001
- PPAP
- Minitab
- Root cause Analysis
- ISO 13485
- Quality Systems
- Quality Management
- As9100
- Manufacturing
