Quality Inspection Team Leader

JR United Kingdom; Norwich; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the automotive sector is seeking a Quality Inspection Team Leader for their Solihull location. You will spearhead quality assurance initiatives, lead a team, ensure compliance with industry standards, and drive continuous improvement efforts to surpass customer requirements. The role demands excellent leadership skills and experience in quality management within automotive OEM environments.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar quality leadership role.
• Strong background in quality audits.
• Valid UK driving license and unrestricted RTW in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Supervising a team of quality inspectors and coordinating quality projects.
• Training the team on quality inspection processes.
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Quality Audit

Communication

Teamwork

Customer Management

Tools

eQCC

MS Office

Job description

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· Location: OEM Site in Solihull/Fulltime onsite/ Permanent

- Salary: £13.50ph- £15.00ph depending on the experience

Formel D is a global service provider for the industry, developing market-leading concepts and scalable solutions across the entire production process, from design to after-sales. Founded in 1993 and headquartered in Cologne, Germany, we operate in 45 nations with over 90 locations worldwide.

We are expanding our team and are looking for a Quality Inspection Team Leader to join the FormelD Operations team.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting customer containment and rework activities to ensure timely delivery, quality, and cost efficiency, exceeding customer expectations.
• Achieving and maintaining Customer Key Project Indicators (KPIs).
• Supervising a team of permanent and temporary Quality Inspectors, Mechanics, Electricians, and adhoc team members.
• Ensuring all team members are trained and equipped to perform their duties effectively.
• Coordinating and executing quality containment and rework projects to protect OEM production.
• Passing acceptable parts online to avoid disruption to the customer's build.
• Onboarding and inducting new employees according to company standards.
• Training the team on quality inspection and rework activities, including the use of eQCC system.
• Conducting random checks and audits for process adherence and quality standards.
• Creating Statements of Work for rework and inspection projects.
• Ensuring smooth material flow and reworking as required.
• Using eQCC for data capture on all inspection and rework projects.
• Liaising with OEMs, customers, and suppliers.
• Supporting accurate and timely timesheet submissions.
• Promoting waste reduction and accident prevention.
• Following accident procedures and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Developing relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensuring HR processes related to employee performance and discipline are followed.

Requirements:

• Experience working with OEMs and suppliers in the automotive industry.
• Proven experience in a similar quality leadership role.
• Strong background in conducting and supporting quality audits.
• Exceptional leadership and mentoring skills, leading by example.
• Ability to motivate and engage the team.
• Customer management experience.
• Good knowledge of eQCC equipment and MS Office tools.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, proactive attitude.
• Adherence to company procedures, health and safety standards.
• Valid UK driving license and RTW in the UK without restrictions (no sponsorship provided).