MS Companies · 11 hours ago
Incoming Quality Engineer
Warsaw, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$45/hr - $45/hr
5+ years expMS Companies is seeking an Incoming Quality Engineer – Group Leader to oversee all incoming quality activities across Slate manufacturing. This role involves leading a team of quality technicians, managing inspection processes, and ensuring compliance with quality standards to support efficient production operations.
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Responsibilities
Lead and manage incoming quality inspection activities for all supplied components and materials across Slate manufacturing
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of quality technicians and team leaders, ensuring consistent execution of incoming quality standards
Develop, implement, and maintain incoming inspection procedures, control plans, and acceptance criteria
Serve as the primary incoming quality interface to all manufacturing areas, supporting production, launches, and daily operations
Collaborate with suppliers to define quality expectations, ensure compliance to specifications, and drive corrective actions
Analyze incoming quality data, identify trends, and lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions
Own containment of nonconforming incoming material, including segregation, documentation, supplier communication, and disposition (rework, return, scrap)
Support new product and process launches by validating incoming parts, PPAP readiness, and production release
Coordinate and support incoming and process audits to applicable standards (IATF 16949, AIAG, internal requirements)
Maintain quality documentation including inspection records, supplier quality reports, and control plans
Work cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supplier Quality, and Operations to resolve quality issues and improve robustness
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on incoming quality, process capability, cost, and risk reduction
Provide technical guidance, training, and hands-on support to quality technicians and manufacturing teams
Ensure a safe, compliant work environment aligned with health and safety requirements
Perform additional duties as assigned in support of incoming and manufacturing quality
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or related field; equivalent technical experience may be considered
5+ years of experience in incoming, supplier, or manufacturing quality within an automotive or regulated manufacturing environment
Proven experience leading teams or acting in a group leader / supervisory capacity
Strong knowledge of incoming inspection, supplier quality management, and containment processes
Experience with automotive quality tools and standards (IATF 16949, AIAG, APQP, PPAP, MSA, SPC)
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root cause analysis skills
Excellent communication skills with the ability to interface across manufacturing, engineering, and suppliers
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, start-up or launch environment
High integrity, ownership mindset, and commitment to continuous improvement
Preferred
Experience with electric vehicle components or high-voltage systems
Six Sigma, ASQ, or other quality certifications
Experience supporting multi-site or cross-functional manufacturing operations
Background in supplier development or launch readiness
Company
MS Companies
People. Technology. Data.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Pete Butler
Founder, CEO & President
Craig Carpenter
Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer, & Chief People Officer
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