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Incoming Quality Engineer Group Leader

KYYBA, Inc

Warsaw, IN

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), American Society for Quality (ASQ), Analysis Skills, Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG), Automotive Manufacturing, Business Services, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Documentation, Electrical Components, High Voltage (HV), Information Technology & Information Systems, Leadership, Legal, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Operations, Mentoring, Operations, People Management, Problem Solving Skills, Process Capability, Process Improvement, Product Support, Product/Service Launch, Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Production Support, Quality Control, Quality Engineering, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Risk Management, Root Cause Analysis, Safety Training, Safety/Work Safety, Six Sigma, Startup, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Leadership, Technical Recruiting, Technical Training, Trend Analysis, Vendor/Supplier Quality Management
LOCATION
Warsaw, IN
POSTED
30+ days ago

Job Title:Incoming Quality Engineer – Group Leader
 
About Kyyba:
Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Farmington Hills, MI, Kyyba has a global presence delivering high-quality resources and top-notch recruiting services, enabling businesses to effectively respond to organizational changes and technological advances.
At Kyyba, the overall well-being of our employees and their families is important to us. We are proud of our work culture which embodies our core values; incorporating value, passion, excellence, empowerment, and happiness, creates a vibrant and productive atmosphere. We empower our employees with the resources, incentives, and flexibility that they need to support a healthy, balanced, and fulfilling career by providing many valuable benefits and a balanced compensation structure combined with career development. 
 
Job Description
 

  • Lead and manage incoming quality inspection activities for all supplied components and materials across Slate manufacturing.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of quality technicians and team leaders, ensuring consistent execution of incoming quality standards.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain incoming inspection procedures, control plans, and acceptance criteria.
  • Serve as the primary incoming quality interface to all manufacturing areas, supporting production, launches, and daily operations.
  • Collaborate with suppliers to define quality expectations, ensure compliance to specifications, and drive corrective actions.
  • Analyze incoming quality data, identify trends, and lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions.
  • Own containment of nonconforming incoming material, including segregation, documentation, supplier communication, and disposition (rework, return, scrap).
  • Support new product and process launches by validating incoming parts, PPAP readiness, and production release.
  • Coordinate and support incoming and process audits to applicable standards (IATF 16949, AIAG, internal requirements).
  • Maintain quality documentation including inspection records, supplier quality reports, and control plans.
  • Work cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supplier Quality, and Operations to resolve quality issues and improve robustness.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on incoming quality, process capability, cost, and risk reduction.
  • Provide technical guidance, training, and hands-on support to quality technicians and manufacturing teams.
  • Ensure a safe, compliant work environment aligned with health and safety requirements.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned in support of incoming and manufacturing quality. 
Qualifications
 
· Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or related field; equivalent technical experience may be considered.
· 5+ years of experience in incoming, supplier, or manufacturing quality within an automotive or regulated manufacturing environment.
· Proven experience leading teams or acting in a group leader / supervisory capacity.
· Strong knowledge of incoming inspection, supplier quality management, and containment processes.
· Experience with automotive quality tools and standards (IATF 16949, AIAG, APQP, PPAP, MSA, SPC).
· Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root cause analysis skills.
· Excellent communication skills with the ability to interface across manufacturing, engineering, and suppliers.
· Comfortable working in a fast-paced, start-up or launch environment.
· High integrity, ownership mindset, and commitment to continuous improvement.

Preferred Qualifications
 
· Experience with electric vehicle components or high-voltage systems.
· Six Sigma, ASQ, or other quality certifications.
· Experience supporting multi-site or cross-functional manufacturing operations.
· Background in supplier development or launch readiness.
 
Job Summary:
Incoming Quality Engineer
 
 
Location: (Warsaw, IN)
 
Disclaimer: 
Kyyba is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Kyyba does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, ag e, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.”
It is the policy of Kyyba to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Kyyba at 248-813-9665

Rewards:
Medical, dental, vision
401k 
Term life
Voluntary life and disability insurance
Optional Pre-paid legal plan
Optional Identity theft plan
Optional Medical and dependent FSA
Work-visa sponsorship
Opportunity for advancement
Long-term assignment with opportunity for hire by client 
 
SELECT AWARDS
  • An INC 5000 company for 10 years
  • Corp! Michigan Economic Bright Spots 
  • Crain’s Detroit Business Top Staffing Service Companies in Detroit
  • TechServe Alliance Excellence Award- IT and Engineering Staffing & Solutions
  • Best of MichBusiness winner in HR Wizards & Partnerships
  • Metro Detroit Elite Category: Recruitment, Selection & Orientation for 101 Best & Brightest
  • 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work for in Michigan

 

About the Company

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KYYBA, Inc

Kyyba group of companies are privately held and specialize in staff augmentation, application software and project solutions. In operation for more than 15 years, we have earned an enviable track record and reputation within all the industries we serve. Our unique processes and maturity enables us to understand the needs of the business organizations and provide business solutions that match the real and compelling needs of our customers.

Headquartered in Michigan, Kyyba has multiple office locations and we serve local, regional and national client base consisting of Fortune 500 and middle market companies. Kyyba extends the above solutions and services to a broad spectrum of industry verticals ranging from automotive, insurance, technology, financial, transportation, government and so on.

COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
1998
WEBSITE
http://www.kyyba.com/