Remote Automotive Quality Inspector - Data-Driven QC

Placements24; Willows (CA); Remote; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Generous leave

Professional development

Home office subsidy

Virtual team meetings

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Remote Automotive Quality Control Inspector for a global automotive parts manufacturer. You will review inspection reports, analyze defect data, and conduct virtual audits of manufacturing processes to ensure compliance with IATF 16949 and customer specifications.

The role is fully remote and requires strong data analysis, communication, and familiarity with QMS and SPC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 3 years in quality control/quality assurance in automotive manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of QMS and IATF 16949 standards.
• Proficiency in data analysis and SPC techniques.
• Ability to read technical drawings, specifications and inspection criteria.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• Strong remote collaboration and self-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Review quality inspection reports from multiple manufacturing sites.
• Identify defect trends and recommend corrective actions.
• Conduct virtual audits of processes and QMS.
• Interpret technical drawings, specifications and QC plans.
• Collaborate with production, engineering and supply chain to resolve quality issues.
• Maintain quality records in the QMS and generate reports.
• Ensure compliance with automotive quality standards (IATF 16949).
• Provide guidance to on-site inspection teams remotely.
• Participate in root cause investigations for defects and complaints.

Skills

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Remote collaboration

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial) or related field

Tools

SPC software

QMS software

Blueprint interpretation tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Remote Automotive Quality Control Inspector for a global automotive parts manufacturer. You will review inspection reports, analyze defect data, and conduct virtual audits of manufacturing processes to ensure compliance with IATF 16949 and customer specifications.

The role is fully remote and requires strong data analysis, communication, and familiarity with QMS and SPC.