Quality Control Line Group Leader - 3rd Shift

Hyundai Motor Company; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

401k Plan

Job summary

Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA) seeks a Quality Control Line Group Leader for the 3rd shift to oversee assembled vehicle QC and lead a frontline team. You will plan, coordinate, and direct team activities to uphold safety, production goals, and quality standards.

Responsibilities include driving continuous improvement, analyzing quality data, and coordinating with cross-functional teams on root-cause investigations, new vehicle projects, and external events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum of 5 years of related job experience (supervisory experience desired).
• Experience in Auto manufacturing, new model launches, and Quality control highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and direct the team activities.
• Drive quality improvement and root-cause analysis to meet Quality and Production goals.
• Analyze quality indicators and determine trends to drive improvements in Safety, Quality, Productivity, Cost, & HRD metrics.
• Research and investigate quality issues to determine root cause.
• Execute and implement quality inspection and improvement activities for mass-produced vehicles and participate in new vehicle projects.

Skills

Quality control leadership

Team supervision

Quality systems

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Planning and organizing

Problem solving

Communication

Strategic thinking

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Quality Control Line Group Leader - 3rd Shift

Date: Sep 7, 2026

Location: Ellabell, GA, US

JOB TITLE

Quality Control - Assembly Quality Line Insp Assistant Manager

WHAT YOU WILL DO

[Employer Branding & Employee Engagement]

As the person in charge of quality control of completed vehicles you will:

• Plan, coordinate, and direct the team activities
• Recommend actions and drive quality improvement through coordination, monitoring, and performing specialize technical process/ related functions directly related to completed vehicle inspection (including abnormality management) to meet Quality and Production goals
• Analyze internal and external quality indicators, and determine quality trends to drive continuous improvement in Safety, Quality, Productivity, Cost, & HRD metrics
• Research and investigate quality issues to determine root cause.
• Execute and implement quality inspection and improvement activities of mass-produced vehicles, and conducting activities to identify new vehicle projects analysis of completed vehicle to ensure its high quality and conformity to international standards
• Assure inspection of materials, products, and equipment to detect defects and malfunctions

[Recruitment] Duties include but not limited to the following:

• [Quality Inspection] Activities to establish/improve inspection methods and prevent leakage/ flow out of post-processes
• [Quality Inspection] Utilize team to develop, maintain, and ensures the standards and criteria for Line Inspection provides a sound and secure inspection system for a defect free vehicle to our customers
• [Improvement] Analysis of the cause of the vehicle problem, improvement activities, audit and preparation and implementation of quality meetings
• [Improvement] Review early customer statistical, historical, internal and external quality data to prioritize, drive and track inspection improvements in new model and current models.
• [Improvement] Facilitate, recommend actions, and drive improvement through the quality and production departments for completed vehicle quality and continuous improvement activities
• [Facility Manage] Quality facility/equipment management, investment cost execution/ management, supplementary investment establishment
• [Facility Manage] Coordinate, monitor, and/or participate in plant-wide quality promotion activities and ensure effective communication between all key stakeholders to meet or exceed established goals/expectations
• [External Task] Preparation, consultation, and coordination of external events
• [New vehicle] Participation in new vehicle projects (preparation for inspection, establishment of quality securing plan, and response to evaluation)
• [New Vehicle] Coordinate new model launch phase quality-gate meetings for review and analysis of issues of equipment and/or standards

HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT

HMGMA is the abbreviation of Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America. It is Hyundai Motor Group's first dedicated EV mass-production plant and is an innovative plant with cutting-edge production technology applied.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum 5 years of related job experience (supervisory experience desired, experience in Auto manufacturing, new model launch, and Quality control highly preferred)
• Skills/ knowledge: Word, Excel, Power Point
• Working With a Team, Planning and Organizing, Problem Solving, Communication
• Strategic thinking and mindset, Willingness for transformational changes, Flexibility
• Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approach to problems
• Use prompt judgements and actions based on professionalism and experiences to find problem-solving solutions in unexpected situations
• Identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
• Efficiently execute tasks and maintain quality by continuously monitoring job performance; provide immediate feedback with alternative options as necessary
• Customer focused (internal and external), collaborative, team player, global citizen avoiding immoral methods and self-benefiting actions
• Domestic / International travel required

WHAT HYUNDAI CAN OFFER YOU

• HMGMA offers opportunities for growth, work flexibility, competitive pay, and benefits.
• HMGMA benefits include competitive Medical / Vision / Dental insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, and competitive 401k plan.

OTHER DETAILS

Language Proficiency:

Strong command of the English language (written and spoken) is essential for safety, communication, documentation, and collaboration across the organization.

Physical Demands

While in Office:

This position is primarily sedentary and requires working at a desk and computer for extended periods. Responsibilities may include:

• Occasional lifting of office supplies (up to 15 pounds)
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing and handling documents
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk within the office environment as needed

When in Production Area (if applicable):

• Standing, walking, bending, and reaching for extended durations
• Repeated lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling of materials and products (up to 25-30 pounds)
• Manual dexterity for handling power tools, machinery, or production equipment
• Working in environments that may be noisy, hot, or require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Ability to climb ladders or stairs and operate equipment safely and effectively
• Capability to learn and work on multiple production processes, as required
• Adequate visual and auditory abilities to identify safety hazards and communicate clearly
• Consistent and punctual attendance
• Ability to collaborate and perform effectively in a team-oriented environment

• FLSA Classification: Exempt/Salary
• When submitting a resume for this position, I understand that this information may be used to create a registration with the Georgia Department of Labor on Employ Georgia.

HMGMA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.