Static /Dynamic Supervisor - Metal Finish

What you'll do

Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:

• Supervise, evaluate, and empower an hourly team that produces manufactured products, and organize workflow to meet quality and daily productivity requirements.
• Leader of BIW surface finishing standards and team member QA training.
• Develop criteria for class A audits, implement inspection plans and finding reporting.
• Work with Component Center
• Regularly inspecting and testing products at various stages of production to identify defects and ensure compliance with BIW quality standards.
• Implementing and adhering to SOPs to maintain consistency and quality in production processes.
• Using statistical data to monitor and control production processes, ensuring they operate at their full potential.
• Identifying root causes of defects and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence, as well as preventive measures to avoid potential issues.
• Keeping detailed records of quality control activities, including inspection results, test data, and corrective actions taken.
• Regularly reviewing and improving quality standards to enhance product quality and operational efficiency.
• Providing ongoing training to employees to ensure they understand and can effectively follow quality standards.
• Build strong interpersonal relationships with hourly team members and leadership teams.
• Highly committed to continuous improvement, while applying innovative solutions with a customer first mindset.

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Blythewood, South Carolina.
• The responsibilities of this role require attendance at in-person meetings and events regularly.
• Applicants should expect that the role will require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and travel to participate in events on behalf of the company from time to time.

What you'll bring

We expect all Scout employees to have integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and strive to exhibit a positive attitude, as well as a growth mindset. You'll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You'll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Here's what else you'll bring:

The Quality Supervisor is primarily responsible for leading a section within a department aligning experience and knowledge to Scout's principles to achieve production and cost targets. The Quality Supervisor will drive the culture and processes to promote continuous improvement in safety, quality, cost and delivery. This position will work for the department manager to maximize overall quality and efficiency through involvement of the workforce. The ideal candidate will not only bring the leadership skills needed to lead a high performing team, but also the technical skills of building quality vehicles through processes and standards. The ideal Candidate would have the following:

• 5 years of progressive experience leading and building teams
• Data driven with a passion for developing people
• Automotive/BIW experience
• Strong technical skills in networking, hardware, and software systems
• Knowledge of BIW Flush & Gap measurement concepts, Joining Tech and Surface Finish requirements.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• The ability to read and interpret manufacturing instructions/specifications
• Strong understanding of Body in White manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency in quality control tools and techniques (SPC, FMEA, Control Plans, PPAP).
• Experience with quality auditing and standards (VDA, IATF).
• Proficient in CAD software
• Proficient with reading Optical or Tactile measurement equipment report.
• Bachelor in Science or related field.
• Lean Six Sigma Green certification.
• Knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
• Proficient in data tracking, A3 practical problem solving and root cause analysis.

What you'll gain

The benefits of joining Scout include the chance to build products and a company from the ground up. This is a chance to create something new and lasting – with an iconic brand at its foundation. In addition, Scout provides competitive compensation and benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Program specifics are detailed in company policies and employee benefit guides, select highlights:

• Competitive insurance including:
  • Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
• 401(k) program with:
  • An employer match and immediate vesting
• Generous Paid Time Off including:
  • 20 days planned PTO, as accrued
  • 40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually
  • Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders
  • Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave
• Corporate Vehicle Program with:
  • Eligibility for 1 assigned vehicle
  • A mobility stipend

Pay Transparency

This is a full-time, exempt position eligible to receive a base salary and to participate in an annual performance bonus program. Final salary offered will be determined based on factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.

Initial base salary range = $100,000.00 - $120,000.00

Internal leveling code: M9

Notice to applicants:

• Residing in San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
• Residing in Los Angeles: Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
• Residing in New York City: This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.