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Automotive Quality Control Jobs in Indiana (NOW HIRING)

MIASA Automotive

Quality Technician

Yorktown, IN

$13 - $17.50/hr

Join MIASA Automotive as a Quality Technician in Yorktown, IN Are you passionate about ensuring the ... Develop and implement product FMEAs and Quality Control Plans for new and existing products.

Recar

Engineer, Incoming Quality

Warsaw, IN · On-site

$69K - $89K/yr

Develop and implement inspection procedures and control plans for incoming parts. * Collaborate ... Familiarity with automotive quality standards (AIAG, IATF 16949, APQP, PPAP, MSA, SPC). * Excellent ...

Slate Auto

Engineer, Incoming Quality

Warsaw, IN · On-site

$69K - $89K/yr

Develop and implement inspection procedures and control plans for incoming parts. * Collaborate ... Familiarity with automotive quality standards (AIAG, IATF 16949, APQP, PPAP, MSA, SPC). * Excellent ...

Mactac

Quality Lab Technician - 2nd Shift

Columbus, IN · On-site

$18.25 - $23.25/hr

The Quality Lab Technician performs a variety of activities involved in the Quality Control of ... automotive assembly, medical device assembly, and more. Today, Mactac employs more than 1,100 ...

mti

Quality Manager

Auburn, IN · On-site

The quality manager will participate in the management of the quality system to ensure customer ... Strong knowledge of automotive and non-automotive PPAP/ISIR, MSA, APQP, SPC, Control Plans and ...

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How much do automotive quality control jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for automotive quality control in Indiana is $77,384.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,600.00 and $95,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of an automotive quality control?

In an Automotive Quality Control role, your daily tasks often include inspecting vehicle components, conducting process audits, and monitoring assembly lines to ensure compliance with quality standards. You may use measurement tools and data analysis software to detect defects or variances, document findings, and report issues to the production or engineering teams. Collaboration with production staff and engineers is common to resolve quality issues, implement corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. This dynamic environment requires keen observation and strong organizational skills, with the opportunity to make a direct impact on product excellence.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in automotive quality control?

To thrive as an Automotive Quality Control professional, a solid understanding of automotive manufacturing processes, inspection techniques, and quality assurance principles is essential, often supported by a degree in engineering or relevant experience. Familiarity with quality management systems (such as ISO/TS 16949), statistical process control tools, and inspection instruments is commonly required. Strong attention to detail, effective communication, and problem-solving abilities are key soft skills in this field. These skills help ensure vehicles meet strict safety and quality standards, reducing defects and maintaining customer satisfaction.

What is an automotive quality control?

An Automotive Quality Control job involves inspecting and testing vehicles or components to ensure they meet quality and safety standards. Professionals in this role identify defects, implement corrective actions, and collaborate with production teams to improve manufacturing processes. They use various testing methods, such as visual inspections, measurements, and performance evaluations, to maintain quality consistency. Their goal is to ensure that vehicles comply with industry regulations and customer expectations.

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Infographic showing various Automotive Quality Control job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 90% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $77,384 per year, or $37.2 per hour.

Senior Group Leader, Manufacturing Quality Engineering

Slate Auto

Warsaw, IN • On-site

$85K - $115K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

ABOUT SLATE
At Slate, we're building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love-and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them.
| WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Slate is seeking a Senior Group Leader - Manufacturing Quality Engineer. This is critical leadership role responsible for leading, integrating, and developing a highly technical, cross-functional team of Quality Engineers across all manufacturing and vehicle systems. This includes Manufacturing Operations, Vehicle Systems, Powertrain & Energy, Body, Coatings, Bonding, EE/SW, Regulatory Compliance, and Problem Solving / Quality Training.
This role ensures strong alignment of Slate's quality strategy across all manufacturing domains, supports successful product and plant launches, and drives consistent execution of Slate's Quality Management System (QMS) and quality culture site-wide.
The Senior Group Leader serves as the primary escalation point for manufacturing quality risks, provides both technical and organizational leadership, and partners closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supplier Quality, EHS, and Executive Leadership to deliver safe, compliant, and robust vehicles.
| WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENT:
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time.
| WHAT YOU GET TO DO:
Leadership & Strategy
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing, cross-functional Manufacturing Quality Engineering organization.
  • Define and execute the manufacturing quality strategy aligned with company objectives, product roadmap, and launch timelines.
  • Serve as the primary escalation point for manufacturing quality risks, systemic issues, and cross-functional quality concerns.
  • Champion a preventative, data-driven quality culture across all manufacturing operations.

Manufacturing & Launch Support
  • Ensure quality readiness for new product, process, and plant launches, including risk identification and mitigation.
  • Partner with Manufacturing and Engineering to ensure robust process capability and control.
  • Drive containment, root cause analysis, and permanent corrective actions for quality issues impacting production or customers.

Quality Systems & Compliance
  • Ensure consistent application of automotive quality standards, methodologies, and regulatory requirements.
  • Maintain compliance with IATF 16949 and applicable regulatory and safety standards.
  • Lead audits, internal assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen the QMS.

Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Partner closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supplier Quality, EHS, Program Management, and Leadership.

Scope of Leadership
The Group Leader oversees Quality Engineering support for:
  • Manufacturing Quality Engineering - General Assembly, Body, Chassis & Propulsion
  • Manufacturing Quality Engineering - Coatings, E-Coat, and Sealing
  • Bonding & Adhesives Quality Engineering
  • Powertrain, Energy & Drive Systems Quality Engineering
  • Electrical / Electronic & Software (EE/SW) Quality Engineering
  • Regulatory & Compliance Quality Engineering
  • Problem Solving & Quality Training Programs

| WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM:
Education & Experience
  • 12+ years related experience with Bachelor's degree, 8 years with Master's degree, 5 years with PhD or equivalent experience
  • Demonstrated experience leading large, multidisciplinary quality engineering organizations.
  • Proven support of vehicle, system, or manufacturing plant launches.

Technical Expertise
  • Strong working knowledge of automotive quality systems and tools, including:
  • IATF 16949
  • APQP / PPAP
  • DFMEA / PFMEA
  • MSA, SPC
  • Structured problem-solving methodologies (8D, A3, DMAIC)

Leadership Competencies
  • Strong judgement, executive-level communication, and decision-making skills.
  • Ability to balance technical detail with business priorities.
  • Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, start-up or transformational manufacturing environment.
  • Proven ability to influence without authority and drive alignment across functions.

| SALARY RANGE:
The compensation for this position is the range Slate reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including job-related knowledge; skillset; experience, education and training; certifications; work location; and other relevant business and organizational factors.
Base Pay Range (Annual)
123,339.00 - 185,009.00 USD Annual
WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE?
At Slate, we're fueled by grit, determination, and attention to detail. The start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and mutual respect, and is motivated by shared principles.
  • Safety First
  • Delight Customers
  • One Team
  • Relentless Improvement
  • Fast, Frugal, and Scrappy
  • Respectful Collaboration
  • Positive Legacy

WE WANT TO WORK WITH PEOPLE THAT REFLECT THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH WE OPERATE.
Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.
Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at
slate-talent_acquisition@slate.auto.

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