Manufacturing Quality Assurance Supervisor II

Inside the Role

This position leads quality assurance activities for Gearset, New Final Drive, Model 2/Model 4, and Turbo Machining and Assembly operations. The Quality Assurance Engineering Supervisor II provides direct leadership to quality personnel, supports daily production, and coordinates with manufacturing, engineering, suppliers, and customers to resolve quality concerns. The role drives containment, root-cause analysis, corrective actions, process capability, and continuous improvement to ensure products and processes meet engineering specifications, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations. Through hands-on leadership, effective communication, and data-driven decision-making, this position strengthens quality performance, prevents recurrence of defects, and supports safe, efficient, and reliable production.

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

What You Drive at DTNA

• Direct supervision of Gearset, New Final Drive and Model 2/ Model 4 quality auditors and engineers.
• Leads teams by practicing practical problem solving methods.
• Support Quality Feedback Loops throughout Production.
• Utilizes statistics and analysis of processes using QDAS or QDA, i.e. capability, R&R studies.
• Directs in-plant technical investigations of major quality problems that occur during the shift or from an alignment handover, and communicate these common quality concerns to Management.
• Assists in the analysis, correlation and reporting of quality problems.
• Directs in-plant technical investigations of major quality problems common to all plants and  communicates the quality concerns to Management.
• Assists in the analysis, correlation and reporting of quality problems.
• Reviews engineering drawings, specifications and factory working methods for adherence to corporate quality assurance standards.
• Manages the implementation of new and/or improved systems and procedures of quality assurance within the plant.
• Participates in PSO/PPR teams for process sign off with Engineers, Managers, and Vendors.
• Participate in plant quality improvement activities including TOS.
• Perform special projects as required.

 

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering and 4-6 years of related experience preferred.

• Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to present complex technical topics during meetings with suppliers and Daimler management.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and specifications.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a solution-focused mindset.
• Understanding of quality problem solving tools such as 8D, 5-why, fishbone, etc.
• A customer-focused mindset with the ability to understand and address customer needs and expectations.
• Familiar with gages and testing equipment.
• Knowledge of manufacturing process, ISO / DNV audits, and Lean Manufacturing processes.
• Ability to work weekend overtime if required.

 

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Project management experience
• Statistical process control experience
• Familiarity with Engine, Axle, and Turbo components
• Experience with various manufacturing processes such as machining, casting, injection molding, stamping, & forging.
• Experience working with global suppliers and managing quality across different regions and cultures.

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

Detroit, MI US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type:

Onsite

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.