Director of General Assembly Quality

Scout Motors   

Here at Scout Motors, we're carrying forward the heritage of one of the most iconic American vehicles in history. A vehicle dating back to 1960. One that forged the path for future generations of rugged SUVs and will do so once again.

But Scout is more than just a brand, it’s a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration, caretaking, and hard work.

Scout is all about respect.  Respect for the environment by developing all-electric vehicles with the capability to get you to any location.  Respect for the past and the future by taking an iconic American brand that hasn’t been around for a while, electrifying it, digitizing it, and loading it with American innovation.  Respect for communities by creating a company that stands for its people and its customers.  And respect for both work and play, with vehicles that are equally at home at a camp site, a job site, or on a Tuesday commute. 

At Scout Motors, we empower our talented, inclusive, and entrepreneurial teams to innovate. What makes a Scout? Someone who is a visionary and a leader, who seeks new paths and shares lessons learned. A knowledgeable doer who collaborates across the company to build better. A go-getter with unrivaled passion. If this sounds like you, we invite you to apply below.

What you’ll do

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

• Develop and implement strategies to improve product quality from the customer's perspective in General Assembly
• Ensure quality performance standards and functional quality in all vehicle activities are met to ensure Customer satisfaction.
• Manage all General Assembly Quality functions including audit processes
• Oversee the definition of Customer Quality to support direct run rate and first time Quality in all aspects of Paint Quality in day-to-day activities
• Drive Quality improvements with Engineering, Supplier Quality and Operations to ensure Quality KPI’s are met and drive to exceed expectations
• Responsible for all General Assembly   areas including  dynamic in process inspections and final inspection
• Oversee the planning, execution and evaluation of root cause analysis to ensure high quality of Scout production vehicles
• Participate and drive Scout’s Quality expectations as required to ensure KPI’s are met
• Development and execution of quality processes and technical standards in cooperation with Engineering, Purchasing and Operations teams and provide leadership to the technical quality teams and oversee daily operations.
• Work cross functionally with all Operations departments to robust corrective actions are in place
• Build a team of  Quality professionals to support Scout’s lean Quality system
• Mentor team members, foster a culture of learning, and facilitate skill development to enhance the capabilities of the Technical Quality team
• Work cross functionally with other departments within Scout
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Location & Travel Expectations: The responsibilities of this role require attendance at in-person meetings and events regularly. This role is based out of a Scout Motors location in Columbia, South Carolina. 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.

What you’ll bring 

We expect all Scouts 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:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in in mechanical/vehicle engineering, industrial engineering, or related field with a core competency in Paint
• 10 years of experience in automotive engineering/product quality, with at least 5 years in a leadership role in an OEM/ Tier 1
• Very good technical understanding and sound specialist knowledge of vehicle development and vehicle production
• Excellent knowledge of vehicle paint technology
• Very good operations experience  and a very good understanding of the vehicle assembly/ functionality as a whole
• Hands on approach and great trouble shooting skills
• Sound knowledge of quality management
• Strong teamwork and communication skills, a high level of assertiveness as well as entrepreneurial thinking and goal- and result-oriented decision-making skills
• Leadership and team management abilities, with a track record of building and leading high-performing teams
• Knowledge of AIAG, IATF, ISO, and VDA experience  
• Ability to travel if