Team Lead - Supply Quality (Automotive)

Formel D USA • York, PA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Team Lead – Quality supports daily quality operations at a customer site. This hands-on leadership role supervises Quality Inspectors while also performing inspections and documenting defects. The role balances team coordination, inspection accuracy, and project support to ensure work meets company and customer standards for quality, timeliness, and safety.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Technical training.

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 appropriate 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 photographs, in company systems.
• Conduct spot checks and audits to verify consistency across inspections.
• Escalate quality issues to supervisors, project coordinators, and customers as needed.
• 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 documentation are completed accurately and on time.
• Communicate with adjoining shifts to support smooth handoffs and continuity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED