Team Member or Quality Technician

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.

| HIRING TIMELINE

We are currently accepting applications for future openings within our manufacturing team. Hiring for these positions is expected to begin in the coming months, and qualified candidates may be contacted as opportunities become available.

| WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Join us as we build our future manufacturing team. This posting is open to candidates interested in either our Team Member or Incoming Quality positions. If your skills, experience, and interests align with either role, we encourage you to apply. During the selection process, applicants will be considered for the position that best matches their qualifications, experience, and business needs.

We are looking for individuals who take pride in their work, value teamwork, prioritize safety and quality, and are excited to contribute to a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

| WHAT YOU GET TO DO

Production Duties:

• Perform assembly tasks on automotive Trim, Chassis, or Final Line following standard operating procedures.
• Meet daily production targets with a focus on quality and efficiency.
• Communicate issues or abnormalities promptly to Team Leaders.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all safety standards, OSHA regulations, and environmental guidelines.
• Participate in safety audits, wear required PPE, and report unsafe conditions.

Teamwork & Collaboration

• Work collaboratively with fellow Team Members and Team Leaders.
• Support a positive work environment built on teamwork, accountability, and respect.

Quality Responsibilities

• Ensure components meet quality specifications.
• Identify and report defects or non-conformances.

Continuous Improvement

• Participate in 5S, Kaizen, and other improvement initiatives.
• Suggest opportunities to reduce waste and improve workflow.

| WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Automotive or manufacturing experience preferred.

Skills

• Ability to follow detailed instructions.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities.
• Basic understanding of lean manufacturing and production environments.

| WHAT YOU GET TO DO

Incoming Inspection & Verification

• Learn and understand every build station to evaluate vehicles with full process context.
• Perform receiving inspections according to specifications, drawings, and quality standards.
• Identify defects in plastics, metals, electrical parts, fasteners, adhesives, and all components used on Slate vehicles.
• Use metrology tools such as CMMs, calipers, micrometers, gauges, and fixtures.
• Document inspection results with photos and supporting details.

Inspection Procedure Development

• Develop and refine inspection methods and checklists.
• Support quality engineering in creating robust inspection standards.

ERP/MRP System Transactions

• Enter accepted materials into ERP/MRP systems.
• Reject nonconforming materials in the system and update status.
• Maintain accuracy of inventory adjustments tied to quality holds.

Nonconforming Material Control

• Segregate and label rejected product in NCMR areas.
• Track nonconforming items, reasons, quantities, and dispositions.
• Support MRB and supplier review processes.

KPI Tracking & Reporting

• Maintain incoming inspection KPIs such as supplier defects and rejection categories.
• Update quality boards and present findings in meetings.

Packaging, Handling & Storage

• Verify packaging integrity and part protection.
• Identify packaging issues contributing to defects.

Collaboration & Problem Solving

• Communicate issues to Manufacturing, Engineering, Purchasing, and Supplier Quality.
• Write clear problem statements using structured methodologies.
• Assist in root cause analysis and corrective action verification.

5S & Continuous Improvement

• Maintain 5S in all incoming inspection areas.
• Organize tools, gauges, and materials.

| WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

Education

• High school diploma or…