CI-Q Excellence Group Leader

Slate Auto•Warsaw, IN

About The Position

At Slate, we’re building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love—and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them. | WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR: We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Plant CI-Q Excellence Group Leader to join our Quality team in our automotive plant. In this role, you will be responsible for implementing and maintaining the Quality Management System (QMS) and Process Management Tools (PMT) to achieve the highest standards of product quality and operational excellence. You will also lead our quality excellence mindset initiative. You will provide unequivocal support, and in some cases lead, the implementation and business maintenance of the quality systems (QMS and QOS) and related quality tools and systems for Slate. You will work closely with all quality functions (Manufacturing and Supplier Quality), IT, other business stakeholders, and external vendors to ensure that the QMS and QOS meet business requirements and standards. You will thrive in a flexible and fast-paced environment with a collaborative approach to achieving goals!

Requirements

The role will be expected to have the highest integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness and strive to exhibit a positive, growth and quality mindset.
You will feel comfortable operating in a flexible and fast paced environment with a collaborative approach to achieving goals!
Bachelor's degree in quality, engineering or related field.
At least 8 years of experience in QMS and QOS systems management, preferably in the automotive industry.
Good knowledge of quality systems, processes, methods, tools and standards, such as ISO 9001, IATF 16949, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA, etc.
Proven experience in QMS and QOS systems integration, support and validation
Excellent project management, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners.
Passion for quality, innovation, and sustainability.
Good communication and project management skills
Excellent technical/procedural writing skills
Highest level of integrity and the ability to make data-driven decisions.
Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced start-up environment.
VDA, ISO or IATF auditor experience required (certification preferred)

Nice To Haves

Experience with integration with PLM, MES and ERP systems (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Lead a team of experts in Q-Excellence, QMS, QOS, and PMT for quality systems development, integration and rollout for Slate, aligning with the business objectives and priorities.
Lead the team for quality systems from startup, integration, validation, training, support, to continuous improvement.
Coordinate the requirements, user feedback, and best practices for our QMS and QOS systems, ensuring that they meet the needs and expectations of the internal and external stakeholders.
Collaborate with IT functional heads, other functional heads and external vendors to ensure the quality system is and remains reliable, secure, scalable, and compliant with the policies and standards.
Support the supplier quality, manufacturing quality, and integration processes for the QMS/ QOS, ensuring that they are consistent, efficient, and effective.
Lead auditing and certification activities for ISO and IATF for Slate
Assist in auditing activities at supplier as required to support the success of the organization
Monitor and report on the quality systems performance, quality, and compliance, identifying and resolving any issues or risks.
Provide guidance, coaching and training to quality systems users, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
Support data mining and analysis activities to streamline Slate’s data accuracy and management, particularly related to quality.
Supports the implementation of relevant corrective actions, preventive actions and activities in striving for excellence.
Supports and contributes to service requests regarding management system, processes, methods and tools as well as for training.
Support/ lead special projects driving CI and Excellence relative to data collection and analysis.
Support definition of quality systems relative to processes, methods and tools in collaboration with quality and cross-functional teams.
Define and lead a team for our QOS and Q-Excellence programs.