Incoming Quality Engineer

Contechs; Warsaw (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Contechs in Warsaw, Indiana, USA, is seeking an Incoming Quality Engineer on a contract basis to lead incoming quality inspection and cross-functional quality initiatives.

The role requires 5+ years of automotive quality experience, leadership abilities, and proficiency with IATF 16949, AIAG, APQP, PPAP, MSA, and SPC. You will mentor teams and drive continuous improvement in quality and processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 5+ years in incoming, supplier, or manufacturing quality in automotive/manufactured env.
• Proven experience leading teams or supervisors.
• Strong knowledge of incoming inspection, supplier quality, and containment.
• Experience with IATF 16949, AIAG, APQP, PPAP, MSA, SPC.
• Strong analytical and root cause problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication across manufacturing, engineering, and suppliers.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced startup/launch environments.
• High integrity and continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage incoming quality inspection activities for all components and materials.
• Mentor and develop a team of quality technicians and team leaders.
• Develop and maintain incoming inspection procedures and acceptance criteria.
• Serve as the primary interface to manufacturing for incoming quality.
• Collaborate with suppliers to define quality expectations and drive corrective actions.
• Analyze incoming quality data to identify trends and perform root cause analysis.
• Containment of nonconforming incoming material and disposition decisions.
• Support new product launches with PPAP readiness and production release.
• Coordinate audits to IATF 16949, AIAG, and internal requirements.
• Maintain quality documents including inspection records and supplier reports.
• Work cross-functionally to resolve quality issues and improve robustness.
• Drive continuous improvement in incoming quality, process capability, and cost.

Skills

Incoming Quality

Quality Assurance

Leadership

Problem Solving

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Quality/related field

Tools

IATF 16949

AIAG

APQP

PPAP

MSA

SPC

Job description

*Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility to work full time in the United States*

About the company

My client is an innovative American automotive manufacturer focused on redefining affordable electric mobility. They are developing a new generation of purpose-built electric vehicles with an emphasis on simplicity, modular design, and customer customisation.

They are looking for an Incoming Quality Engineer to join their expanding team on a Contract basis. The role will be based in Warsaw, Indiana.

Job Description:

• Lead and manage incoming quality inspection activities for all supplied components and materials across the Clients' manufacturing.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of quality technicians and team leaders, ensuring consistent execution of incoming quality standards.
• Develop, implement, and maintain incoming inspection procedures, control plans, and acceptance criteria.
• Serve as the primary incoming quality interface to all manufacturing areas, supporting production, launches, and daily operations.
• Collaborate with suppliers to define quality expectations, ensure compliance to specifications, and drive corrective actions.
• Analyse incoming quality data, identify trends, and lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions.
• Own containment of nonconforming incoming material, including segregation, documentation, supplier communication, and disposition (rework, return, scrap).
• Support new product and process launches by validating incoming parts, PPAP readiness, and production release.
• Coordinate and support incoming and process audits to applicable standards (IATF 16949, AIAG, internal requirements).
• Maintain quality documentation including inspection records, supplier quality reports, and control plans.
• Work cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supplier Quality, and Operations to resolve quality issues and improve robustness.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on incoming quality, process capability, cost, and risk reduction.
• Provide technical guidance, training, and hands-on support to quality technicians and manufacturing teams.
• Ensure a safe, compliant work environment aligned with health and safety requirements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned in support of incoming and manufacturing quality.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or related field; equivalent technical experience may be considered.
• 5+ years of experience in incoming, supplier, or manufacturing quality within an automotive or regulated manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience leading teams or acting in a group leader / supervisory capacity.
• Strong knowledge of incoming inspection, supplier quality management, and containment processes.
• Experience with automotive quality tools and standards (IATF 16949, AIAG, APQP, PPAP, MSA, SPC).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root cause analysis skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interface across manufacturing, engineering, and suppliers.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, start-up or launch environment.
• High integrity, ownership mindset, and commitment to continuous improvement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with electric vehicle components or high-voltage systems.
• Six Sigma, ASQ, or other quality certifications.
• Experience supporting multi-site or cross-functional manufacturing operations.
• Background in supplier development or launch readiness.

Work Authorization Requirement:

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

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Employment is at will and may be terminated by either party at any time.

We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact us if you need assistance in the application process