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Paint Quality Inspector Jobs in Detroit, MI (NOW HIRING)

Paint Quality Engineer

Dearborn, MI ยท On-site

$66K - $85K/yr

Develop and maintain Process Control Plans (PCPs) defining critical process controls, inspection ... Proficiency in OEM paint process guidelines, standardized coating quality controls, and ISO ...

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Paint Quality Engineer

Dearborn, MI ยท On-site

$99K - $166K/yr

Paint Quality On-Site Engineer provides dedicated technical support and guidance for paint ... Develop and maintain Process Control Plans (PCPs) that define critical process controls, inspection ...

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Paint Quality On-Site Engineer provides dedicated technical support and guidance for paint ... Develop and maintain Process Control Plans (PCPs) that define critical process controls, inspection ...

Paint Quality Engineer

Dearborn, MI ยท On-site

$65K - $109K/yr

Paint Quality On-Site Engineer provides dedicated technical support and guidance for paint ... Develop and maintain Process Control Plans (PCPs) that define critical process controls, inspection ...

Paint Technician

Southfield, MI ยท On-site

$16.50 - $22/hr

Paint/Quality, Safety, Production, and Housekeeping. Painter performs equipment maintenance and ... X-Cel Quality Systems related to the area * Wet Inspection * Annual hazardous waste training per ...

Vehicle Porter

Auburn Hills, MI ยท On-site

$13.50 - $16.75/hr

The Porter is tasked with various support functions aligned with Mechanical, Paint, Quality and ... Perform physical inspections of used vehicles * Receive new vehicles inspection for damage ...

Vehicle Porter

Auburn Hills, MI

$13.50 - $16.75/hr

The Porter is tasked with various support functions aligned with Mechanical, Paint, Quality and ... Perform physical inspections of used vehicles * Receive new vehicles - inspection for damage ...

Paint Booth Operator

Wixom, MI ยท On-site

$17 - $19/hr

This position is responsible for preparing, painting, and inspecting steel conveyor sections and ... Inspect finished products for defects and communicate quality concerns to supervisors. * Assist ...

Paint Booth Operator

Wixom, MI ยท On-site

$17 - $19/hr

This position is responsible for preparing, painting, and inspecting steel conveyor sections and ... Inspect finished products for defects and communicate quality concerns to supervisors. * Assist ...

Vehicle Porter

Auburn Hills, MI

$13.50 - $16.75/hr

The Porter is tasked with various support functions aligned with Mechanical, Paint, Quality and ... Perform physical inspections of used vehicles * Receive new vehicles inspection for damage ...

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How much do paint quality inspector jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for paint quality inspector in Detroit, MI is $20.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.96 and $22.84 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Paint Quality Engineer

Dearborn, MI โ€ข On-site

$66K - $85K/yr

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Posted 2 days ago

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Job description

  • Analyze warranty and quality data to identify recurring defects, failure trends, customer concerns, and opportunities to reduce warranty costs and repeat issues
  • Support ISO and quality audits by ensuring processes, documentation, and records meet required quality standards
  • Drive corrective actions for audit findings
  • Lead Variation Reduction Team (VRT) activities to identify process variation and conduct root-cause analysis
  • Implement sustainable corrective and preventive actions
  • Govern the Uniform Paint Process (UPP) by monitoring process performance
  • Reduce paint defects and variation and drive continuous process improvements
  • Develop and maintain Process Control Plans (PCPs) defining critical process controls, inspection requirements, reaction plans, and quality standards
  • Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance, and Operations to solve complex quality issues, improve process capability, and prevent recurring defects
  • Support First Time Through (FTT) improvements and reduce top paint defects such as dirt in paint, chips, and scratches
  • Assist with ISO and Ford QOS audit readiness
Requirements
  • Bachelorโ€™s or associate degree in chemical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent practical experience and demonstrated technical qualification
  • 3 to 7+ years of handsโ€‘on experience in automotive assembly plant paint shop operations, OEM paint engineering, or Tier 1 paint/chemical supplier technical service
  • Handsโ€‘on experience driving Quality Management System compliance
  • Experience with rootโ€‘cause analysis (8D)
  • Experience with Lean manufacturing processes
  • Strong experience with paint shop materials, chemicals, and automated spray booth equipment
  • Proficiency in OEM paint process guidelines, standardized coating quality controls, and ISO regulatory compliance
  • Strong crossโ€‘functional leadership skills
  • Ability to manipulate complex data sets to identify root causes and drive actionable engineering changes
  • Excellent verbal and written technical communication skills
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
  • Visa sponsorship is not available
Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in Quality Management Systems, rootโ€‘cause analysis, and Lean manufacturing processes, with a strong focus on automotive paint shop operations and compliance with ISO standards. Proven ability to lead crossโ€‘functional teams to drive continuous process improvements and reduce defects.

Highestโ€‘signal resume keywords
  • Quality Management System Compliance
  • Rootโ€‘Cause Analysis (8D)
  • Lean Manufacturing Processes
  • Paint Shop Operations
  • Crossโ€‘Functional Leadership
ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills
  • Rootโ€‘Cause Analysis
  • Quality Management System
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • Process Control Plans
  • Paint Shop Materials
  • Automated Spray Booth Equipment
  • OEM Paint Process Guidelines
  • ISO Regulatory Compliance
  • Data Analysis
  • Corrective and Preventive Actions
Soft Skills
  • Technical Communication
  • Leadership
Industry Keywords
  • Automotive Assembly
  • Paint Shop Operations
  • OEM Paint Engineering
  • Tier 1 Paint Supplier
  • ISO Audits
  • Variation Reduction Team
  • First Time Through (FTT)
  • Uniform Paint Process (UPP)
  • Quality Standards
  • Process Performance Monitoring
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