Head of Quality Assurance - Instawork Robotics Labs
Core
Own end-to-end quality and data-labeling functions for robotics and physical AI, including visual inspection, defect detection, and process quality to close the data gap for foundation models.
Role type
Head of Quality Assurance (Hands-on leadership)
Builds
High-quality, high-diversity datasets for robotics and physical AI
Domain
Robotics / Physical AI / Manufacturing / Automotive
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Quality strategy design, visual inspection standards, root-cause analysis (RCA), CAPA, FMEA, SPC, Six Sigma, team leadership, cross-functional partnership, data-driven metrics, supplier quality management
Preferred skills
IATF 16949, computer vision, automated inspection, AI-based visual QA, fast-scaling startup experience, quality certifications
Technologies
8D, FMEA, SPC, Six Sigma
Responsibilities
Build and lead overall quality strategy, processes, standards, and KPIs; Establish robust visual inspection and defect detection processes; Design and implement SOPs, inspection protocols, and audit mechanisms; Build, manage, and develop high-performing QA/QC teams; Partner with Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain to eliminate quality issues; Build quality dashboards and drive metrics like defect rates and first-pass yield; Drive supplier quality and incoming inspection standards; Lead RCA and continuous improvement initiatives
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC