Quality Team Leader – Automotive
Location: Solihull, UK
Contract: Temporary to Permanent
Shift Pattern: Rotating Early, Late, and Night Shifts
Pay Rate: £13.50 – £14.00 per hour
Additional Pay: Night shift uplift (Monday–Friday)
About the Role
We are currently recruiting for an experienced and motivated Quality Team Leader to support operations at a major automotive manufacturing site. In this role, you will be responsible for supervising inspection teams, overseeing containment and rework activities, and ensuring all work meets the high standards expected by our OEM customers.
This position is ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced automotive environment and is committed to delivering quality, efficiency, and strong team performance.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise, support, and develop a team of Quality Inspectors and temporary specialists
Coordinate containment and rework projects to ensure delivery on time, within budget, and to OEM quality standards
Maintain efficient material flow while ensuring there is no disruption to customer production
Accurately capture and manage operational data using the eQCC system
Conduct regular audits, spot checks, and quality inspections to maintain compliance
Liaise with OEM representatives, suppliers, and internal customer teams
Prepare Statements of Work and ensure timesheets are completed accurately and on time
Promote safe working practices and report accidents, hazards, or near misses in line with procedures
Identify opportunities for process improvement and support initiatives to reduce waste
Assist with onboarding new team members and follow company HR processes where required
Requirements
Previous experience within the automotive industry, ideally working with OEMs or suppliers
Proven leadership experience in a quality, inspection, or supervisory role
Strong understanding of quality audits and process compliance within a manufacturing environment
Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills
Experience using ASRS and eQCC systems
Good working knowledge of **Microsoft Office applications
High attention to detail and strong commitment to quality standards
Full clean UK (or equivalent) driving licence
If you believe you have the relevant experience and are looking for your next opportunity in automotive quality, click apply today