Quality Control Destruct Lab Team Leader

Job Summary

Required Qualifications

• •Lead, train, and support QC Destruct Lab Technicians in daily lab operations, testing procedures, and safety compliance.
• •Coordinate daily work schedules, assign testing tasks, and prioritize lab workflows based on production schedules and immediate quality needs.
• •Serve as the primary point of contact for elevating nonconformities, quality spill containment, and abnormal conditions to the QC Supervisor, Quality Engineering, and Production leadership.
• •Drive root cause analysis and lead problem-solving activities to resolve quality issues as they arise in the lab or on the floor.
• •Support continuous improvement (Kaizen) initiatives within the lab to optimize cycle times, testing accuracy, and workflow efficiency.
• •Oversee and perform weld destruct testing, cut-and-etch evaluations, and lab inspections at established frequencies according to work orders and customer specifications.
• •Supervise the operation, care, and maintenance of all lab equipment, destructive testing machinery, and precision measurement tools.
• •Manage and execute lab calibrations, validation activities, and correlation audits, ensuring all supporting documentation is accurate and complete.
• •Review, finalize, and sign off on detailed lab reports and work orders for Production, Quality Control (QC), and customer requests.
• •Ensure all product testing strictly conforms to customer specifications, engineering standards, and IATF 16949 guidelines.
• •Maintain strict 5S standards and promote a safe, organized, and compliant lab environment.
• •Enforce adherence to all company policies, safety protocols, PPE requirements, and environmental standards.
• •Monitor equipment health and schedule preventive maintenance or repairs to minimize lab downtime.
• •Work overtime during weekdays and weekends as required to support production operational demands and Quality Control priorities.
• •Proficient in using and verifying basic and precision measurement tools, including Calipers, Steel Rules, Taper Gauges, and specialized lab equipment.
• •Proficient in Windows OS, MS Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access database), and internet applications for data analysis and reporting.
• •Solid understanding of automotive quality standards, including IATF 16949 requirements and Toyota Production System (TPS) principles.
• •Ability to communicate technical information effectively to production operators, cross-functional teams, and executive management.
• •Regularly lifting up to 10 pounds; occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
• •Visual acuity required to analyze data on screens, evaluate cut-and-etch/weld specimens, and review physical reports.
• •Verbal and written communication required for training, presenting complex matters, and telephone communication.
• •Ability to manage multiple projects, lab requests, and team priorities simultaneously.
• •Occasional local or long-distance travel by automotive and/or plane as needed.