Body Shop Surface Specialist
Core
Perform critical spot weld checks, surface inspections, and dimensional measurements on vehicle body panels to ensure quality and integrity during manufacturing.
Role type
Manufacturing Quality Specialist (Automotive Body Shop)
Builds
Electric pickup trucks and rugged SUVs
Domain
Automotive manufacturing, quality assurance
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Spot weld inspection, surface defect identification, dimensional measurement, gap and flushness assessment, adhesive application verification, root cause analysis, corrective action planning, quality audit execution, manufacturing process knowledge, defect documentation
Preferred skills
Certified Auditor (VW group standards), welding technique knowledge, body panel assembly process knowledge, data analysis for quality trends
Technologies
Calipers, micrometers, gap gauges, precision measurement tools
Responsibilities
Perform critical spot weld checks and verify weld integrity; Inspect Class A surfaces for blemishes, dents, and corrosion; Measure dimensional accuracy of closure panels and body components; Evaluate gap and flushness between panels; Lead investigation of body shop quality deviations and determine root causes; Analyze quality trends to recommend process improvements; Partner with Manufacturing Engineering and Production teams to resolve complex quality concerns; Serve as a body quality subject matter expert during launch and production ramp activities.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC