Quality Assurance Port Auto Logistics Process

Quality Assurance Port Auto Logistics Process

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The QA Specialist will ensure that every vehicle processed through the terminal meets Enstructure’s quality standards and our customers’ (OEMs, importers, logistics partners) expectations. This covers inbound receipt, yard/staging, accessory/work-order fulfillment, pre-delivery inspection (PDI) or terminal inspection, documentation, and outbound shipment. The role emphasizes zero-damage handling, adherence to procedures, thorough inspections, accurate reporting, and continuous improvement.

• Conduct systematic vehicle inspections at various processing stages: inbound receipt, staging, pre-shipping/ready-to-ship.
• Verify accuracy and completeness of work orders, inspection logs, damage reports, accessory installation checklists, and shipping documentation.
• Identify, document, and report any defects, damage (cosmetic or mechanical), process deviations, or unmet standards.
• Audit and monitor workmanship of accessory installation or rework teams (if applicable) to ensure installations are compliant with OEM or customer specifications.
• Support root‑cause analyses of recurring quality issues and collaborate with operations/maintenance/logistics to implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure compliance with Enstructure’s terminal & yard standard operating procedures (SOPs), OEM/customer specifications, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in quality meetings, train terminal staff & technicians, and drive continuous improvement initiatives within the vehicle‑processing workflow.
• Maintain inspection tools, digital QA logs, dashboards, or reporting systems; provide actionable metrics (e.g., damage rate, rework rate, hold/back‑order rate).
• Assist in client audits (OEM, logistics partners) and support readiness for site inspections.
• Collaborate with operations, yard management, truck/driver dispatch teams, and shipping/export departments to maintain flow without sacrificing quality.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Driver’s License – Required.
• Ability to operate an automatic and manual transmission vehicle – Required.
• Ability to pass a background check, drug screening, and physical examination.

• Previous experience in auto accessory installation, automotive repair, or related mechanical work is strongly preferred.

• High school diploma or GED required, associate’s degree, technical training, or certification in automotive, logistics, or quality preferred.
• 2‑4 years of quality assurance, inspection, or vehicle processing experience — ideally in port terminal/auto logistics / finished vehicle handling environments.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify cosmetic, structural, and mechanical issues on vehicles.
• Familiarity with vehicle processing operations (receiving, staging, vehicle yard, accessory installation, pre‑delivery inspection, shipping).
• Knowledge of quality assurance processes, corrective‑action workflows, root‑cause analysis; familiarity with lean or Six Sigma concepts is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable with digital inspection/reporting tools.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, able to work across operations/maintenance/logistics teams.
• Ability to work in an outdoor terminal/yard environment, under varying weather, and climb in/out of vehicles for inspection.
• Valid driver’s license; clean driving record; ability to move about the yard safely.

• Reduction in vehicle damage occurrence and rework rate.
• Accuracy/timeliness of QA inspections, documentation, and reporting.
• Compliance with OEM/customer specifications and terminal quality metrics.
• Number of corrective actions completed and effectiveness of implemented improvements.
• Zero major quality non‑conformances at customer audits or facility inspections.

• Ability to regularly stand, walk long distances, and talk and hear.
• Ability to frequently use hands and arms to grab, handle, feel, and reach.
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