Manufacturing Quality Engineer, Incoming - Crew B

Slate Auto; Warsaw (KY); On-site; PLN 404,000 - 606,000; Full time

Job summary

Slate is seeking a Manufacturing Quality Engineer to lead supplier quality activities and ensure a robust launch for new products. You will manage PPAP, supplier assessments, FMEA, and cross-functional collaboration to meet customer expectations.

The role demands a minimum of six years in manufacturing quality, strong QMS, Six Sigma, and IATF 16949 knowledge, and the ability to drive data-backed improvements in a fast-paced startup environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or quality management.
• Minimum of 6+ years of experience in engineering or quality assurance in manufacturing.
• Proficiency in quality management systems (QMS) and tools such as Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, and Statistical Process Control (SPC).
• Ability to conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Familiarity with Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and risk assessment tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with data-driven decisions.
• Excellent communication across cross-functional teams.
• Experience in supplier quality management and incoming materials quality.
• High attention to detail in maintaining quality documentation.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Entrepreneurial mindset and willingness to take on additional duties.
• Proficient with AIAG, IATF 16949, MSA, SPC, APQP, PPAP.
• Integrity and data-driven decision making.
• Thrives in a dynamic startup environment.

Responsibilities

• Approve PPAP submissions from suppliers to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Follow up on supplier corrective actions and ensure timely resolution.
• Support problem-solving activities related to supplier quality.
• Provide production line support for supplier quality issues.
• Conduct supplier capability assessments and manage certifications.
• Coordinate incoming inspection processes.
• Provide part inspection support for new products and launches.
• Implement supplier performance strategies and scorecards.
• Collaborate with supplier quality to implement improvement strategies.
• Conduct internal audits and monitor KPIs such as scrap rates.
• Manage obsolete materials to prevent mixing with active materials.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to integrate quality requirements.
• Maintain quality documentation including control plans and procedures.
• Risk minimization using risk assessment tools and robust detection systems.
• Support FMEA development.
• Provide quality support to technical and manufacturing teams.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Quality engineering

QMS

Six Sigma

Lean Manufacturing

SPC

FMEA

Root cause analysis

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Supplier quality management

PPAP

Quality documentation

Integrity

Startup environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

QMS

Six Sigma

Lean Manufacturing

SPC

IATF 16949

Job description

ABOUT SLATE

*Please note – this position will be hired for our Crew B team. The hours for this crew are: Wednesday – Saturday, 7:00 pm – 5:30 am. You will train on day shift and move to the Crew B hours at a later date

| WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Slate is looking for a dynamic, experienced Manufacturing Quality Engineer to join our growing team. The position will primarily focus on new products and process development and will play a pivotal role in ensuring a safe and successful launch. The role will utilize core quality skills and tools to manufacture and deliver the highest quality products within our various manufacturing processes. The expectation will be to work closely with internal and external partners to ensure we exceed customers’ expectations.

| WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENT:

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time.

| WHAT YOU GET TO DO:

• Approve PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) Submissions: Review and approve PPAP submissions from suppliers to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications per inspection plans and requirements.

• Follow Up on Supplier Corrective Actions: Monitor and ensure timely resolution of issues identified in supplier corrective actions.

• Support Problem-Solving Activities: Assist in problem-solving activities related to supplier quality, providing expertise and guidance.

• Provide Production Line Support: Offer support for any supplier quality issues that arise on the production line, ensuring minimal disruption, communicating to the appropriate quality engineer and design responsible engineer.

• Conduct Supplier Capability Assessments: Evaluate supplier capabilities and manage certifications to ensure they meet required regulatory standards.

• Coordinate Incoming Inspection Processes: Oversee incoming inspection processes to ensure supplier compliance with quality requirements.

• Provide part inspection support for incoming inspection for new products, launches, and builds.

• Implement Supplier Performance Strategies: Develop and maintain supplier performance strategies and scorecards to track and improve supplier performance from the launch processes.

• Collaborate with Supplier quality: Work with supplier quality to develop and implement improvement strategies, fostering strong partnerships.

• Conduct Internal Audits: Perform internal audits and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as scrap rates and supplier performance and issue Quality Failure Reports.

• Manage Obsolete Materials: Ensure obsolete materials are managed and aligned with production needs to prevent mixing with active materials during the launch process.

• Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Work with various teams to ensure quality requirements are developed and seamlessly integrated into the manufacturing process.

• Maintain Quality Documentation: Develop and maintain essential quality documentation, including control plans, inspection procedures, and quality manuals.

• Risk Minimization: Utilize risk assessment tools to minimize risks and verify the robustness of detection and prevention systems for special characteristics.

• Support FMEA Development: Assist in the development and maintenance of Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA).

• Provide Quality Support: Offer quality support to technical and manufacturing teams for supplier issues, driving and supporting daily operations.

• Additional Duties: Perform other duties as assigned.

| WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM:

The role will be expected to have high integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and strive to exhibit a positive and growth mindset. You will feel comfortable operating in a flexible and fast-paced environment with a collaborative approach to achieving goals!

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Quality Management, or a related field.

• Minimum of 6+ years of experience in engineering or quality assurance and control within a manufacturing environment.

• Proficiency in quality management systems (QMS) and tools such as Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, and Statistical Process Control (SPC).

• Ability to conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions.

• Familiarity with Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and risk assessment tools.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and make data-driven decisions.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.

• Experience in supplier quality management and the ability to set and monitor quality expectations for incoming materials.

• High attention to detail, especially in maintaining quality documentation.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.

• Willingness to perform additional duties as assigned.

• 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.).

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

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

| SALARY RANGE:

The compensation for this position is the range Slate reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including job-related knowledge; skillset; experience, education and training; certifications; work location; and other relevant business and organizational factors.

Base Pay Range (Annual)

108,877.26 - 163,315.90 USD Annual

WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE?

At Slate, we’re 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 Affimative 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, parential 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 [e-mail].