Automotive Quality Assurance Auditor - Baltimore Port - Subaru of America, Inc.

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Position Summary

Focuses on activities designed to maintain and improve the vehicle quality level in several key areas: the build quality of the vehicle, the quality of the pre-delivery inspection (PDI), and the quality of accessories and the proper installation as performed by the port processor.

Major Responsibilities

• Inspects vehicles and generates reports on deficiencies.
• Applies thorough knowledge of the function of each vehicle model to understand its characteristics.
• Judges accessory installation compliance against Subaru of America's (SOA's) standards.
• Performs teardown audits to confirm hidden aspects of complex installations, including critical wire harness routing and tie off points.
• Trains others on all facets of the port PDI process as needed.
• Performs minor to mid-range vehicle diagnosis and repairs.

Additional Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of campaign activities alone, or as part of a group.
• Inspects and oversees port discrepant parts program.
• Participates in new accessory installation trials.
• Participates in new-model-launch-related programs.
• Generates communications in the absence of the Port Quality Assurance Manager.

Required Skills & Personal Qualifications

• High School Diploma and at least two (2) years of relevant experience in automotive industry related to technical/quality evaluations.
• Associates degree from an accredited college or university or ASE certification (ASE G1 or similar certifications) preferred.
• Ability to train small groups in specific tasks.
• Ability to complete projects without supervision.
• Mid-range mechanical ability; some specific Subaru knowledge preferred.
• Ability to judge quality exceptions impartially and consistently.
• Ability to interact with a variety of individuals, groups, and companies.
• Ability to attend off-site technical training classes.
• Computer skills to include PowerPoint, digital imaging manipulation, bar code scan tool data logging, and service and parts manual online access and research.
• Ability to work shift hours and limited overtime (to include weekends) as required.

Work Environment:

• Physical Demands: Lifting up to 50 lbs. Walking, bending, and long periods on feet
• Internal Work Environment: All weather conditions, all times of the year, inside and outside of buildings
• Required Travel: 5% (offsite technical training)

FLA Status: Non-Exempt

Compensation: The recruiting base salary range for this full-time position is $55,800 - $70,000 / year. Within the range, individual pay is determined by factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. (Internal Job Grade: P1) In addition to competitive salary, Subaru offers an amazing benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Plans
• Pension, Profit Sharing, and 401K Match Offerings
• 15 Vacation days, 9 Company Holidays, 5 Floating Holidays, and 5 Sick days.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Vehicle Discount Programs
• See our Careers landing page for additional information about our compensation and benefit programs.