Team Lead - Supply Quality (Automotive)

Formel D•York, PA

10d

About The Position

The Team Lead – Quality supports daily quality operations at a customer site and supervises a team of Quality Inspectors while also performing inspections and documenting defects. This hands-on leadership role coordinates the team and inspection work to meet company and customer standards for quality, timeliness, and safety. The role includes assigning and guiding inspectors’ daily work, leading pre-shift meetings, coaching team members, ensuring they receive and understand training, and supporting teamwork and morale. The Team Lead inspects automotive parts, assemblies, and vehicles; records inspection findings and photographs in company systems; conducts spot checks and audits; and escalates quality issues as needed. As the on-site point of contact for inspectors, customers, and management, the Team Lead supports project planning and containment activities and participates in progress and corrective-action meetings. Administrative duties include approving team time records, completing accurate and timely documentation, and communicating with adjoining shifts to support smooth handoffs.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
2–4 years of quality inspection or production experience in the automotive industry.
At least 1 year of leadership experience in a team lead, supervisor, or similar role.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word, and data entry systems.
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and lead others with minimal supervision.
Must pass a criminal background check and drug screening.
Flexibility to work 10–12-hour shifts, 5–6 days per week.
Ability to perform regular standing, bending, lifting, and moving of up to 50 lbs.
Ability to work at heights up to 25 feet.

Nice To Haves

Technical training preferred.

Responsibilities

Assign, monitor, and guide the daily work of Quality Inspectors.
Lead pre-shift meetings to communicate priorities, safety reminders, and customer requirements.
Coach and mentor inspectors to improve accuracy, efficiency, and professionalism.
Ensure team members receive and understand proper training.
Promote teamwork, resolve conflicts, and maintain positive morale.
Inspect automotive parts, assemblies, and vehicles for defects and non-conformances.
Document and log inspection results, including photos, in company systems.
Conduct spot checks and audits to verify consistency across inspections.
Escalate quality issues to supervisors, project coordinators, and customers as necessary.
Serve as the on-site point of contact for inspectors, customers, and management.
Support project planning and containment activities to ensure only approved components reach OEM customers.
Participate in meetings to report progress, issues, and corrective actions.
Verify and approve team time records for payroll and client invoicing.
Ensure reports, forms, and other documentation are completed accurately and on time.
Maintain communication with adjoining shifts for smooth handoffs and continuity.