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A vehicle dating back to 1960. One that forged the path for future generations of rugged SUVs and trucks and will do so once again.\nBut Scout is more than just a brand, it’s a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration, caretaking, and hard work.\nThe Scout brand is all about respect. Respect for the past and the future by taking an iconic American brand that hasn’t been around for a while, electrifying it, digitizing it, and loading it with American innovation. Respect for communities by creating a company that stands for its people and its customers. Respect for both work and play, with vehicles that are equally at home at a camp site, a job site, or on a Tuesday commute. And respect for our customers by developing two powertrains that meet their requirements - an all-electric powertrain as well as the Harvester™ range extender powertrain which includes a built-in gas-powered generator with an estimated 500 miles of combined range.\nAt Scout Motors, we empower our talented, inclusive, and entrepreneurial teams to innovate. What makes a Scout employee? Someone who is a visionary and a leader, who seeks new paths and shares lessons learned. A knowledgeable doer who collaborates across the company to build better. A go-getter with unrivaled passion.\nJoin us at Scout Motors and be part of shaping the future of transportation. If you're ready to drive change and make history, apply now!\nWhat you’ll do\nBecome part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:\nSupport supplier quality planning and execution of manufacturing, assembly techniques and quality control processes from the advanced development phase to mass production using APQP and VDA quality management processes. \nSupport all quality performance and functional standards, to ensure all vehicle activities are met in the supply chain to meet Customer satisfaction. \nProvide leadership at Suppliers to ensure Scout’s Quality expectations are met and that suppliers can meet the industrialization related activities on time with the Supplier Quality team and escalate when unable. \nResponsible for proactive and reactive containment at suppliers. \nResponsible for reviewing and participate in approval of necessary boundary samples, appearance catalogs, etc. \nResponsible for ensuring change management occurs and is identified properly, and proactively for product architecture requests. \nResponsible for Supplier PPAPs and ongoing activities within the supply chain from development to series production. \nWork as a partner with the Supply chain to ensure escalations of issues are raised and resolutions are resolved in a timely manner. \nLead supplier improvements in cost, quality, and manufacturability. \nFacilitate understanding of technical requirements between Suppliers with Scout Purchasing, Quality, and Design teams to always ensure proper transparency and communication. \nResponsible for supplier audits and corrective actions to ensure their ability to meet part performance, delivery, and reliability expectations. \nCollaborate with Scout’s Design, Quality, and Manufacturing to determine the ideal performance specifications and supplier metrics. \n Accountable for ongoing monitoring supplier manufacturing process development, launch readiness for new products and design changes. \n Responsible for driving continuous improvement activities utilizing Lean Manufacturing principles. \nEnsure suppliers have exceptionally robust processes and procedures to promote mass industrialization through efficient and seamless production of high-quality products. \nValidate supplier corrective actions involving design and/or process changes to ensure they are capable and robust using read across methodology for similar manufacturing lines and/or suppliers. \nFacilitate new or alternative materials for that will positively impact design robustness, quality, manufacturability, or cost reduction. \nParticipate in supplier reviews including new suppliers and design for manufacturability reviews. \nSupport / lead suppliers in efficient use of best methods of manufacturing, testing, and gauging, poke-yokes and correct tools or assembly equipment to use. \nDrive Quality improvements with Engineering, Quality and Operations to ensure Quality KPI’s are met and drive to exceed expectations. \nSupport the planning, execution and evaluation of root cause analysis to ensure high quality of Scout production vehicles through fast response methodologies. \nLead, participate and drive Scout’s Quality expectations as required to ensure KPI’s are met. \nAct with dignity and respect on behalf of Scout when at a supplier. \nWork to mitigate warranty claims with suppliers to drive closure and resolution of issues with the cross-functional group. \nWork cross functionally with other departments within Scout. \nSupport NCR resolution. \nPerform other duties as assigned. \nLocation & Travel Expectations:\nThis role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Blythewood, South Carolina. \nThis role requires 4-5 days per week in the office, with regular in-person meetings and events. \nApplicants should expect that the role will require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and travel to participate in events on behalf of the company from time to time.\n Travel: Domestic and international travel required, approximately 40-70% of the time. Valid driver's license required. Passport required.\nWhat you’ll bring \nWe expect all Scout employees to have integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and strive to exhibit a positive attitude, as well as a growth mindset. You’ll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You’ll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Here's what else you'll bring: \nBachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical/vehicle engineering, industrial engineering, or related field preferred. \nExperience in Quality Systems a plus: In-depth knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and inspection; PPAP/APQP/ VDA processes \n4-8 years of experience in Automotive or applicable Tier I experience \nVery good technical understanding and sound specialist knowledge of vehicle development, vehicle production and supply chain management. \nExcellent operations experience and very good understanding of the vehicle assembly/ functionality. \nGreat written and verbal communications skills. \nSound knowledge of quality management and methodologies. \nVDA Auditing Experience preferred. \nUnderstanding of safety requirements \nUnderstanding of IATF, VDA, ISO, DIN, and regulatory requirements \nStrong teamwork and communication skills, a high level of assertiveness as well as entrepreneurial thinking and goal- and result-oriented decision-making skills \nCertification in AIAG Core Tools- MSA, APQP, FMEA, Control Plans, PPAP \nLeadership and team management abilities, with a track record of building and leading high-performing teams \nProven results and ability to direct supplier activities at the management level to ensure suppliers can meet customer requirements and expectations. \nProven ability to execute project management techniques. \nStrong technical writing ability using SPC and data analysis as well as an ability to explain complex issues in a concise and plain manner. \nWhat you'll gain\nThe benefits of joining Scout include the chance to build products and a company from the ground up. This is a chance to create something new and lasting - with an iconic brand at its foundation. In addition, Scout providescompetitive compensation and benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Program specifics are detailed in company policies and employee benefit guides, select highlights:\nCompetitive insurance including:Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans\n\n401(k) program with:An employer match and immediate vesting\n\nGenerous Paid Time Off including:20 days planned PTO, as accrued\n40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually\nUp to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders\nPaid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave\n\nPay Transparency\nThis is a full-time, exempt position eligible to receive a base salary and to participate in an annual performance bonus program. Final salary offered will be determined based on factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.\nInitial Base Salary Range: $95,000.00 - $120,000.00\nInternal Leveling Code: IC9\nNotice to applicants:\nTo be considered for career opportunities at Scout Motors, applicants must be 18 years of age or older. \nResiding in San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. \nResiding in Los Angeles: Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. \nResiding in New York City: This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.\nEqual Opportunity\nScout Motors is committed to employing a diverse workforce and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, or any other characteristics protected by law. Scout Motors is committed to compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws. 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