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# Automotive Technical Specialist

- **Company:** Jasper Engines
- **Location:** Jasper, IN, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Microsoft Outlook, Databases, Microsoft Office, Software Systems, Technical Data Management Systems
- **Published:** September 20, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f1848cb42cfb5f2a

## About the Role

* Automotive technician, shop foreman, service advisor, diagnostic specialist, or other individual with strong automotive knowledge
 * Interested in applying technical expertise to quality improvement, problem-solving, and product development rather than performing daily vehicle repairs
 * Strong communication, organization, and computer skills, * Proven experience in automotive, engine machining, or mechanical manufacturing environments
 * Demonstrate success in problem-solving and root cause analysis (A3, 8D, or similar)
 * Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, Word, and Teams
 * Comfortable learning and utilizing company software systems, databases, and quality reporting tools
 * Ability to document findings, analyze data, create reports, and communicate technical information effectively
 * Strong critical thinking and data-driven decision-making skills
 * Experience working directly on the manufacturing floor with production teams
 * Ability to read and interpret technical data, test results, and customer feedback
 * Experience with quality systems, validation testing, and process control
 * Strong communication skills and ability to influence across teams
 * Self-driven with the ability to take ownership and lead initiatives independently

What We're Looking For

 * Someone who can step in immediately and make an impact
 * A hands-on problem solver who thrives on the manufacturing floor
 * A leader who can own quality, drive accountability, and deliver results
 * A candidate who understands the balance between quality and cost

## Description

This role is responsible for owning quality performance within a production pod, leading problem-solving efforts, reducing test stand rejects and field warranties, and ensuring we deliver a high-quality product while maintaining cost targets., * Serve as Quality Captain for a production pod, owning overall quality performance

 * Lead and execute A3 problem-solving activities for:
 + Warranty failures
 + Test stand failures
 + Internal quality issues
 * Analyze customer call notes and warranty data to identify trends and drive corrective actions
 * Partner closely with Group Leaders to ensure quality output while maintaining production cost targets
 * Develop and maintain work instructions and standardized processes
 * Implement built-in quality practices to prevent defects at the source
 * Support and lead fit, form, and function validation of new and existing vendor parts
 * Develop and execute test plans, including:
 + Test stand validation
 + Dyno testing
 + Field testing
 + Durability testing
 * Support failure analysis and collaborate with new product development teams
 * Lead or support cost reduction and salvage initiatives without compromising quality
 * Research, evaluate, and implement new technologies to improve machining and assembly processes