Associate Manager

We launched Lucid in 2016 to build the world’s best cars and accelerate the shift to clean energy. Our vehicles deliver best-in-class performance *and* efficiency. Equally important, we’re building a world-class team: From our state-of-the-art factory in Arizona to our global headquarters in California’s Silicon Valley, we’re recruiting high-performing people who want to help decarbonize Earth. Join us!

 

Leading the future of luxury mobility Lucid’s mission is to inspire the adoption of sustainable energy by creating the most captivating luxury electric vehicles, centered around the human experience. Working at Lucid Motors means having a shared vision to power the future in revolutionary ways. Be part of a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to transform the automotive industry.

The Role

We are seeking an Associate Manager for Manufacturing Quality at our AMP-1 facility in Casa Grande, AZ. This role will lead critical quality operations across Pre-Delivery, Quality facilities, Launch activities, incoming quality support, calibration, budget and cross-functional planning. The Associate Manager will serve as a planner and key quality leader, ensuring that Lucid’s manufacturing processes consistently deliver the highest standards of safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the culture of quality at AMP-1, influence cross-functional decisions, and directly contribute to Lucid’s reputation for world-class vehicle excellence.

You Will:

· Lead manufacturing quality operations at AMP-1 with a focus on incoming Pre Delivery, KPIs, Planning, Facilities, Budget, Incoming Quality support, calibration programs, and compliance, among other quality related activities.

· Develop and implement manpower strategies, ensuring resources align with quality demands.

· Own calibration systems and audit readiness, ensuring tools and equipment meet compliance standards.

· Manage quality budgets, forecasts, and expense control for assigned areas.

· Partner cross-functionally with Production, Engineering, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and Facilities to drive corrective actions and continuous improvement.

· Serve as the quality planner, coordinating manpower, rework processes, containment, and calibration schedules.

· Create and deliver executive-level reports and presentations on KPIs, quality trends, risks, and countermeasures.

· Drive effective rework strategies to maximize throughput while maintaining Lucid’s luxury standards.

· Support and influence Lucid’s “quality-first” culture by building strong relationships and ensuring all team members understand their impact on product excellence.

You Bring:

· High School Diploma or GED required; further education preferred but not required. Equivalent hands-on experience in quality/manufacturing will be considered.

· Minimum 3 years of direct experience in manufacturing quality, incoming quality, reworks, or launch operations.

· Strong computer skills with the ability to analyze data, generate detailed reports, and confidently present insights to leadership.

· Recognized as detail-oriented, dependable, and respected by peers and cross-functional partners.

· Strong organizational and planning skills, with proven ability to manage manpower, resources, and budgets.

· Exceptional communication skills (verbal and written), with the ability to influence at all levels.

· High integrity, problem-solving mindset, and capability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Experience:

· Experience in facilities, maintenance, or launch processes in a high-volume manufacturing setting.

· Previous leadership of projects or cross-functional teams.

· Automotive or EV manufacturing experience strongly preferred.

 

At Lucid, we don’t just welcome diversity - we celebrate it! Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations.