Quality Control Inspection Supervisor

International Motors, LLC; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

International Motors, LLC in San Antonio, TX, seeks a Quality Control (QC) Inspection Supervisor to lead the QC team on the assembly line. The role starts on day shift with a planned transition to night shift in mid-2027, and includes overseeing inspections, data analysis, and adherence to safety and quality standards.

You will develop procedures, drive continuous improvement, and coordinate with auditors and managers to maintain throughput targets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering/quality or higher, with related experience.
• Alternative: Master’s degree with 1+ year QC experience or 5+ years in QC.
• Experience leading inspectors and implementing inspection procedures.

Responsibilities

• Directs auditors and inspectors to ensure correct and efficient inspections.
• Ensure high-quality inspections and compliance with safety policies.
• Manage workload flow, data capture, and timely vehicle inspection/repair.
• Provide on-the-job technical support and develop team skills.
• Keep documentation accurate and up to date; follow regulatory requirements.
• Maintain safe, clean work environment and proper PPE usage.

Skills

Leadership

Quality inspection

Problem solving (8D)

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Microsoft Excel

BI & Databases

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/quality

Master's degree (preferred)

5+ years QC inspection experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

BI

Databases

Job description

Position Overview

We are currently seeking a Quality Control (QC) Inspection Supervisor to join our San Antonio Assembly Plant to support our International Truck manufacturing line. The schedule is Monday – Thursday 5:30am – 4pm, Fridays and Saturdays as needed.

The Quality Control Inspection Supervisor leads a team in ensuring products meet the highest quality standards. This role involves overseeing the inspection process, supervising inspectors, and ensuring all materials and finished products comply with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements. The supervisor is responsible for developing and implementing inspection procedures, analyzing inspection data, identifying defects, and driving improvements. Additionally, the role ensures that products meet internal and external standards, while maintaining efficient workflows and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.

As International Motors continues to grow in San Antonio, we are expanding our production operations with the introduction of a night production shift. The night shift is Monday through Thursday from 5:30 PM to 4:00 AM, with production planned to begin in early 2027.

This position will initially work Day Shift and be required to transition to Night Shift as the operation ramps up in mid-2027.

Day Shift Schedule: Monday through Thursday, 5:30 AM–4:00 PM.

Night Shift Schedule: Monday through Thursday, 5:30 PM–4:00 AM.

This is a salaried position supporting a manufacturing operation. While the primary schedule aligns with the designated production shift, employees are expected to provide operational support as needed to meet business objectives. This may require working outside normal production hours, including extended shifts, production startup activities, recovery efforts, and occasional weekend support based on operational requirements.

Shift Differential: 10% differential upon transitioning to Night Shift work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Directs and supports the Auditors and Inspection Technicians to ensure that all inspections and repairs are performed correctly and efficiently by a qualified team
• Ensures the Quality Team consistently maintains a high level of inspection quality and adheres to all company and safety policies and practices
• Accountable for shop floor activity that contributes to the completion of the planned workload within the projected time and cost allowed
• Manage the flow of all inspection work, auditor and technician accountability, vehicle inspection and repair completion, accurate data capturing and continuous communication with the service auditors
• Contact manager and plant quality / manufacturing managers regarding any unusual repairs of vehicles, if required
• Ensure efficient flow of vehicles through the inspection process, that all vehicles are picked up, tracked, and delivered on time where required
• Keep abreast of all inspection and rework criteria and product changes to maintain effectiveness in this role
• Provide on-the-job technical support for auditors and technicians as required and assist in the development of their technical skills and abilities
• Ensure that all inspections and reworks are consistently recorded and accurately documented; technicians’ comments are descriptive and precise
• Understanding and keeping abreast of all federal, state, and local regulations that affect service operations, such as hazardous waste disposal, OSHA, EPA, etc.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment. Ensure all inspectors wear appropriate PPE. Ensure the proper use, care, and storage of all tools
• Attending all staff meetings as required.
• Strive for respect and facilitate teamwork in the department and throughout the assembly facility

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of quality inspection experience
• OR
• Master's degree and at least 1 year of quality inspection experience
• OR
• At least 5 years of quality inspection experience

Additional Requirements

• Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. We do not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status)

Desired Skills

• Ability to manage and measure workload
• Must be able to understand, communicate, and evaluate all Pre-Delivery Inspection process guidelines systems and policies
• Knowledge of dealer or fleet maintenance procedures and systems
• Competent in problem solving techniques 8D, 5-Why’s, Fishbone, etc.
• Excellent communication (oral, written, presentation) organizational, and intrapersonal skills
• Strong collaboration and influence skills to partner effectively both internally and externally
• Demonstrate leadership capabilities, including training people, coaching and encourage positive feedback
• Excellent computer skills specifically in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, BI and Databases
• Ability to work cross functionally on team projects, additional workloads, and tasks simultaneously
• Ability to work in sometimes stressful fast paced environment
• Must be highly detail-oriented with analytical and time management skills

Benefits and Compensation

This position offers competitive market-based compensation, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee wellbeing. You can learn more about the benefits offered for this position by visiting https://careers.international.com/#benefits. The expected salary offered for this position will fall within the stated range, with the final offer based on the candidates' applicable skills, knowledge, and experience.

Company Overview

About TRATON With its brands Scania, MAN, International, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus,TRATONSE is the parent and holding company of the TRATONGROUP and one of the world’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. The Group’s product portfolio comprises trucks, buses, and light-duty commercial vehicles. “Transforming Transportation Together. For a sustainable world.”: this intention underlines the Company’s ambition to have a lasting and sustainable impact on the commercial vehicle business and on the Group’s commercial growth.

About International From a one-man company built on the world-changing invention of the McCormick reaper in 1831, to the 15,000-person-strong company we are today,few companies can lay claim to a history like International. Based in Lisle, Illinois, International Motors, LLC creates solutions that deliver greater uptime and productivity to our customers throughout the full operation of our commercial vehicles. We build International® trucks and engines and IC Bus® school and commercial buses that are as tough and as smart as the people who drive them. We also develop Fleetrite® aftermarket parts. In everything we do, our vision is to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility to create the cleaner, safer world we all deserve. As of 2021, we joined Scania, MAN and Volkswagen Truck & Bus in TRATON GROUP, a global champion of the truck and transport services industry. To learn more, visit International.com.

International Motors, LLC is d/b/a International Motors USA in Illinois, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Texas, and Utah.

EEO Statement

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