Automotive Quality Technician

About Us:

Penske Vehicle Services is the largest fleet solutions provider for automotive original equipment manufacturers. Operating from locations across the United States and Canada, Penske Vehicle Services effectively manages and delivers the right solution for a broad spectrum of needs including vehicle management, fleet analysis, fleet tracking, process design, fleet maintenance, vehicle customization, and vehicle event services.

Job Type: Full-Time

Location: Troy, MI

Schedule: 6am - 2:30pm (M-F)

Description

The Quality Technician is tasked with inspecting both incoming and outgoing vehicles upon their arrival in the building, or their departure from the paint shop. This position will also be required to move vehicles from the lot and stage finished vehicles for outdoor pickup.

Essential job functions:

• Inspecting incoming vehicles under LED light tunnels to identify any defects
• Mark vehicles with white crayon to note areas of defect
• Follow standard operating procedures per OEM direction when inspecting and noting flaws
• Adhere to quality inspection standards based upon each differing program quality standards
• Track, analyze, and chart C/M to Market Quality claims for Paint items
• Driving, detailing and staging vehicles during low volume periods
• Supporting department with quality maturation data after production has launched
• Communicating all data to Quality Manager in conjunction with quality management standards
• Interacting with OEM Supplier Quality teams while ensuring professional and prompt communication

Qualifications

• High school degree or GED required
• 1-3 years of exposure to paint, inspection or quality standards in automotive
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to drive manual transmission

Requires the following skills:

• Excellent communication, both oral and written. Must be able to communicate effectively via telephone, email and written means
• Must be able to multi-task and ensure follow up and follow through on required tasks
• High degree of organization and ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment
• Intermediate skills with computer applications (Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.)

Lifting Requirements:

• 10 – 50 lbs.

Physical Requirements:

• Requires moderate to high level of physical activity