Quality Inspection Supervisor

Overview

Joby Aviation is seeking a highly organized, passionate individual to join our quality assurance team as the Quality Inspection Supervisor. As the Supervisor, you will provide necessary leadership and training to the Quality Inspection Team. The position will coordinate inspection tasks across all sites and meet the company's schedule requirements for both Development and Production.

• Supervise Quality Inspection Team Members, and be responsible for the overall operations of these areas
• Lead improvement activities for quality, delivery, cost, and safety objectives, and support continuous improvement through Kaizen
• Review and/or prepare standardized work procedures and facilitate effective communication of procedures to affected areas
• Develop training documents and facilitate training; assist in troubleshooting quality issues
• Manage manpower, including time clock management of hourly employees, and control overtime
• Lead and function within a team environment and adapt to change
• Responsible for 5S activities for the assigned area
• Monitor performance and provide feedback
• Support company policies and procedures and administer requirements fairly and consistently
• Ensure compliance with the Joby Production System procedures and train and develop Joby Quality Inspectors on proper procedures
• Facilitate good communications between Production, Engineering, and other departments as necessary to establish expectations and problem resolutions
• Coordinate multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Be receptive to training and performing functions in multiple areas
• Implement and follow up on countermeasure activities related to Production and other Operational issues
• Willingness to travel between Joby facilities
• Maintain safety and address concerns immediately
• Ensure that all safety procedures and practices are implemented and followed
• Complete all necessary reporting and required paperwork as assigned by the Quality and Supply Chain Lead
• Recognize and define problems, collect data, and develop conclusions
• Communicate effectively with others using oral and written communication skills

• Must have supervisory knowledge in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the aviation industry, or have proven ability to lead people
• Must display leadership ability, be able to influence others to perform their jobs effectively, and be responsible for making decisions
• Direct supervisory duties affecting hourly associates
• Knowledge of quality systems, gauging, and close tolerance measurement
• Technical aptitude in one or more of the following disciplines:
• Composites
• Additive Manufacturing
• Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
• Electrical/Electronics
• Circuit Card Assemblies
• Integration/Installation
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, procedures, and policies
• General understanding and interpretation of blueprints (tolerance requirements, key and critical characteristics)
• General understanding of quality assurance system
• Solid problem-solving skills using root cause tools
• Strong analytical skills to solve problems
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to make decisions to solve problems or reach goals
• Ability to train others
• Ability to use general inspection tools (calipers, micrometers, hole gauges, rulers, etc.)
• Able to adapt to change and demonstrate flexibility with new ideas and environments
• Positive attitude to support company policies and maintain high morale
• Energetic and able to work at a sustained pace
• Honesty and integrity in the workplace
• Organized or follow a systematic method of performing tasks
• Ability to work under pressure
• Minimum High School diploma with 10 years in a quality inspection role and an additional 5 years in a leadership/supervisory role

• Minimum 3 years in the Aviation Industry
• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline
• Knowledge of special equipment (CMM, Faro Arm, Microscope, Oscilloscope, etc.) is desired
• Working knowledge of manufacturing systems and processes
• Excellent computer skills. Proficient in Excel, Word, and Power Point
• ASQ Certified Quality Inspector Certificate

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $79,500 - $121,200 per year. The compensation package will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Joby also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan with a company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, and more.

Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.