Team Lead - Supply Quality (Automotive)

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The Team Lead – Quality plays a key role in supporting daily quality operations at the customer site. This position supervises a team of Quality Inspectors while remaining actively engaged in inspection and defect documentation activities. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who can balance team coordination, inspection accuracy, and project support to ensure all work meets company and customer standards for quality, timeliness, and safety.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Coordination

• Assign, monitor, and guide the daily work of Quality Inspectors.
• Lead pre-shift meetings to communicate priorities, safety reminders, and customer requirements.
• Coach and mentor inspectors to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and professionalism.
• Ensure all team members receive and understand proper training.
• Promote teamwork, resolve conflicts, and maintain positive morale.

Quality Inspection & Reporting

• Perform inspections of automotive parts, assemblies, and vehicles for defects and non-conformances.
• Accurately document and log inspection results, including photos, in company systems.
• Conduct spot checks and audits to verify consistency across inspections.
• Escalate quality issues to supervisors, project coordinators, and customers as necessary.

Customer & Project Support

• Serve as the on-site point of contact for inspectors, customers, and management.
• Support project planning and containment activities to ensure only approved components reach OEM customers.
• Participate in meetings to report progress, issues, and corrective actions.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Verify and approve team time records to support payroll and client invoicing.
• Ensure all reports, forms, and documentation are completed accurately and on time.
• Maintain open communication with adjoining shifts for smooth handoffs and continuity.

Qualifications & Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training preferred.
• 2–4 years of quality inspection or production experience in the automotive industry.
• 1+ year of leadership experience (team lead, supervisor, or similar role).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and data entry systems.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and lead others with minimal supervision.
• Must pass a criminal background check and drug screening.
• Flexibility to work 10–12-hour shifts, 5–6 days per week.

Environmental & Physical Requirements

• Exposure to temperature changes, noise, and outdoor conditions.
• Physically demanding role: regular standing, bending, lifting, and moving up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work at heights up to 25 feet.