Lead Material Quality Specialist

Auto req ID: 38449

Title: Lead Material Quality Specialist

Job Function: Manufacturing

Location: PILGRIM

Company: Harley-Davidson Motor Company

Full or Part-Time: Full Time

Shift: SHIFT2

At Harley-Davidson, we are building more than machines. It’s our passion and commitment to continue the evolution of this storied brand, and heighten the desirability of the Harley-Davidson experience. To keep building our legend and leading our industry through innovation, evolution, and emotion we need the best and brightest talent. We stand for the timeless pursuit of adventure. Freedom for the soul. Are you ready to join us?

Our Powertrain Operations facility, located on Pilgrim Road in Menomonee Falls, WI, is where the “jewel” of the motorcycle comes to life. Pilgrim Road employees produce engines and transmissions for the final assembly plant in York, Pennsylvania, as well as transmissions, and replacement parts for sale through Harley-Davidson® Genuine Motor Parts and Accessories business. Join our team as a Lead Material Quality Specialist and help build the world’s most sought-after motorcycles.

Containment of quality issues and protecting our customers from quality defects is a priority. This position requires extensive walking and standing with much of the day spent on the production floor. Serves as the first point of contact for supplier quality issues in Manufacturing and Assembly at H-D Powertrain Operations as well as at the Supplier. Will work extensively with hourly and salaried personnel to determine validity and extent of supplier quality issues. Leads efforts to drive improvements of quality strategies and objectives in a manufacturing environment. The ability to communicate quickly and clearly with all levels of H-D, 3PL, and the supplier organizations is essential.

Duties include communicating NCM and providing NCM evidence to suppliers, creating corrective action plans to address process failures, utilize quality tools and data analysis to measure effectiveness of corrective actions, review supplier manufacturing processes, work in partnership with suppliers on process improvement, value enhancement opportunities, and perform PPAP’s (Production Part Approval Process). Additional task as directed by manager.

Safety glasses, steel toes and daily attendance are required at the PTO facility.

Shift: 2nd (1pm – 7:30pm)

Experience Required

• Minimum 2 years of experience in supplier quality engineering or quality assurance within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Proficient in managing non-conformance material reports (NCMs), including identification, documentation, and disposition of quality issues.
• Hands-on experience with root cause analysis techniques (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagram) and corrective action implementation.
• Familiarity with quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001) and supplier audit processes.
• Basic understanding of statistical process control (SPC) and quality inspection methods.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to resolve quality discrepancies.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and quality standards to ensure compliance.
  
  

Education Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Quality organization certifications are a plus
  
  

Harley-Davidson is an equal opportunity employer that continues to build a culture of inclusion, belonging and equity through our commitment to attracting and retaining diverse talent from all backgrounds, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe in fairness and providing a level playing field for all. We foster a culture that thrives on diverse perspectives and contributions to ignite the creativity and innovation to fuel our business and enhance the employee and customer experience.

The pay range shown represents the national average pay range for this role. Your pay may be more or less than the stated range and is dependent on your geographic location and level of experience.

We offer an inclusive compensation package for all full-time salaried employees including, but not limited to, annual bonus programs, health insurance benefits, a 401k program, onsite fitness centers and employee stores, employee discounts on products and accessories, and more. We welcome everybody to join our family and be united no matter who you are or where you come from. Learn more about Harley-Davidson here.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Direct Reports: No

Travel Required: 0 - 10%

Pay Range: $48,900-$73,400

Visa Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Relocation: This position is not eligible for relocation assistance