Vehicle Craftsmanship Auditor: Elevate Customer Quality

Rivian; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Rivian is seeking a Craftsmanship Auditor in Illinois to evaluate Rivian vehicles from the customer’s perspective, documenting defects, and driving timely corrective actions across Manufacturing, Plant Quality, Engineering, Paint, and Supplier Quality.

You will perform full and focused audits using standard sheets and measurement tools, create complete defect records, and work with cross-functional teams to protect customer experience and build quality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in automotive manufacturing or quality inspection preferred.
• Ability to document findings clearly using digital systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform full and focused craftsmanship audits per instructions.
• Inspect exterior, interior, and functionality from a customer perspective.
• Conduct static inspections and dynamic road tests for fit, finish, and interfaces.
• Identify defects and compare against standards and design intent.
• Use approved inspection equipment and measurement tools.
• Create defect records with location, condition, evidence, severity and ownership.
• Review findings with team lead and stakeholders to confirm details.
• Escalate safety or regulatory concerns through proper channels.
• Provide photos, measurements and observations for root-cause analysis.
• Participate in daily startup meetings, defect walk-throughs and training.
• Support continuous improvement of audit methods and tools.
• Maintain a safe, organized audit area.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading technical standards

Use inspection tools

Documentation with Google Sheets

Communication

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Gauges

Calipers

Force gauges

Gap-and-flush gauges

Job description

Rivian is seeking a Craftsmanship Auditor in Illinois to evaluate Rivian vehicles from the customer’s perspective, documenting defects, and driving timely corrective actions across Manufacturing, Plant Quality, Engineering, Paint, and Supplier Quality.

You will perform full and focused audits using standard sheets and measurement tools, create complete defect records, and work with cross-functional teams to protect customer experience and build quality.