QC Lab Technician Lead
Listed on 2026-06-28
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Quality Assurance - QA/QC
Quality Control - QC Analysts/Managers, Production QC/QA, Quality Engineering, Regulatory Compliance Specialist -
Manufacturing / Production
Production QC/QA, Quality Engineering, Regulatory Compliance Specialist
QC Lab Technician Lead
Quality Lab Lead / Quality Technician Lead (Automotive) – Direct Hire Berne, IN | 1st Shift | $50,000–$60,000 + Full Benefits Pro Resources is partnering with a well-established automotive manufacturing facility in Berne, IN to hire a Quality Lab Lead for a direct hire opportunity on 1st shift. This position is ideal for someone with automotive quality experience who enjoys working hands-on with inspection, quality systems, and continuous improvement while also leading and mentoring a small team.
If you have experience with IATF 16949, PPAP, SPC, and root cause analysis, this is a great opportunity to grow your leadership career in a stable manufacturing environment.
- Lead and support daily operations of a 6-person Quality Control Lab team
- Perform root cause analysis, Gemba investigations, and non-conformance reviews
- Support PPAP submissions and customer quality requirements
- Conduct internal audits in compliance with IATF 16949 standards
- Maintain control plans, check sheets, and quality documentation
- Prepare customer-facing quality reports and corrective action documentation
- Communicate with customers regarding quality issues (occasional travel required)
- Manage team scheduling, training plans, and timekeeping
- Promote continuous improvement and quality compliance
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Technology, Metrology, Quality, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 4+ years of automotive manufacturing or quality experience
- Strong knowledge of IATF 16949, SPC, PFMEA, and MSA
- Experience with quality audits and corrective actions
- Leadership or team lead experience preferred
- Proficiency with Excel, Minitab, PowerPoint, and quality documentation
$50,000–$60,000 annual salary (based on experience) Direct hire opportunity Full benefits package 1st shift schedule Opportunity to grow into advanced quality leadership roles
Apply today to join a team committed to quality, innovation, and continuous improvement in the automotive industry.
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