The Quality Plant Engineering Leader (QPEL) reports to the Quality Plant Engineering Manager. The QPEL will lead the quality plant engineering team responsible for their designated areas.
Principle Working Relationships :
- Participate in daily operational production meetings with the Quality Plant Engineering Manager and their team to address quality and production issues.
- Attend weekly meetings with the Functional Quality Manager to monitor the achievement of quality objectives.
- Engage in weekly meetings with Supplier Quality Development, Cross Car Line & Project, and General Assembly Process Engineering to coordinate the progress of the 7 Diamonds initiative.
- Organize reviews with top problematic component suppliers and their associated Engineering and Quality managers.
Operational Context :
Contribute to improving the quality level of new and customer vehicles to meet ambitious quality objectives.Demonstrate great responsiveness to meet quality and production requirements.Make autonomous decisions or lead recommendations for modifications to components or processes to ensure vehicle quality.Support the Quality Plant Engineering Manager in making decisions to hold vehicles.Conduct autonomous reviews of assembly and supplier processes.Take corrective actions promptly to avoid increasing the outstanding rework area.Deliverables :
Define containment actions to ensure customer protection, including addressing supplier issues.Conduct vehicle issue diagnosis and root cause analysis, ensuring the team carries out pre-analysis activities on time.Conduct Risk Assessment and lead Reaction Plans.Manage Serial Life Window and Change Management processes.Propose alternative product solutions in case of issues (e.g., shortages) to avoid halting mass production in the plant.Support Yard Holds and Product Related Issues (PRI) activities to ensure vehicle quality, mitigate risks, and facilitate the prompt release of units.Implement best practices and standards (Read Across).Ensure the team’s skills are at the appropriate level and manage daily activities (daily management control meetings).Lead quality KPI management to achieve quality objectives, drive improvements, and implement corrective actions and escalation processes.Resolve systemic, chronic, or major quality issues (Top Warranty, Recalls, Rapid Service Updates, Customer Service Notifications).Our Benefits - Designed with You in Mind
Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage
From your very first day, you’ll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage - ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected.
Generous Paid Time Off
We believe in work-life balance. That’s why we offer : 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24 th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.
Competitive Retirement Savings Plans
We help you plan for the future with :
An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plansAn employer contribution, even if you don’t contributeIncome Protection & Insurance Options
Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs - because your peace of mind matters.
Company Vehicle Lease Program
Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.
Family Building Benefit
We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.
Support for Your Growth and Giving Back
We believe in investing in your future and your passions :
Tuition reimbursementStudent loan refinancing programs18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your communityAnd so much more!
When you join us, you’re not just building a career - you’re joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.