Lead Incoming Quality Engineer - EV Manufacturing

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

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.