Quality Assurance Lead - Automotive Assembly

Colonial Group; Roanoke (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Voltava is seeking a Quality Coordinator to support zero-defect goals across build and assembly operations. You will monitor quality performance, conduct inspections, and partner with Operations to resolve issues on the production floor.

The role requires 3+ years in quality control/QA, including automotive manufacturing, and knowledge of ISO 9001 / IATF 16949:2016. Strong problem-solving and teamwork are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of quality control or quality assurance experience, including at least 1 year in an automotive manufacturing or assembly environment.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 and/or IATF 16949:2016 quality systems.
• Strong customer focus and commitment to achieving high-quality, zero-defect performance.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify quality gaps and support root-cause resolution.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively across teams and stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced automotive assembly or sequencing environment.
• Strong sense of urgency and attention to detail.
• Basic math and computer skills, including the ability to maintain records and generate reports.
• Knowledge of production systems and automotive module products.
• Understanding of error-proofing principles and quality control practices.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety procedures and support site safety standards and expectations.
• Monitor and communicate quality performance, priorities, and concerns to Team Members, supervisors, and management.
• Perform quality inspections, checks, and tests on materials, components, and finished products throughout the assembly process to ensure compliance with customer and quality requirements.
• Support internal, external, and layered process audits by identifying gaps, coordinating corrective actions, and reporting results to management.
• Investigate quality concerns, including supplier and internal defects, and partner with cross-functional teams to identify root causes and implement effective solutions.
• Support customer plant visits, quality investigations, and the processing of customer returns.
• Evaluate incoming materials and production output against established quality requirements and elevate concerns as needed.
• Coach and train Team Members on quality requirements, inspection processes, error-proofing, and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate quality records, test data, and reports to support performance tracking and continuous improvement.
• Support the achievement of quality goals and a zero-defect culture across the site.

Skills

Quality control

Automotive manufacturing

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Basic math

Computer skills

Production systems

Quality standards

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Voltava is seeking a Quality Coordinator to support zero-defect goals across build and assembly operations. You will monitor quality performance, conduct inspections, and partner with Operations to resolve issues on the production floor.

The role requires 3+ years in quality control/QA, including automotive manufacturing, and knowledge of ISO 9001 / IATF 16949:2016. Strong problem-solving and teamwork are essential for success.