Description:
POSITION SUMMARY
We are looking for a Quality Control Supervisor to join our team. In this role, you will ensure quality control for manufactured parts in accordance with established company and customer standards. You will perform inspections, verify product conformance to engineering drawings and specifications, document inspection results, and communicate quality findings to management and production personnel in a timely manner. This position also provides day-to-day leadership and oversight of quality inspection activities to ensure consistent execution of quality standards, employee development, and departmental performance.
Uses a variety of inspection instruments (calipers, micrometers, CMMs, height gauges, optical comparators, etc.) and calculations to determine conformity to engineering drawings and specifications.
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Performs visual inspections under magnification to determine conformity to customer and company standards.
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Reviews certifications from suppliers and vendors to verify compliance with engineering and customer requirements.
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Maintains accurate inspection records and quality documentation using company databases and quality management systems.
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Coordinates inspection activities to ensure work is completed efficiently, accurately, and in accordance with production priorities.
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Communicates inspection findings, nonconformances, and quality concerns to production, engineering, and management in a timely manner.
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Assists in root cause investigations and supports corrective and preventive action activities.
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Supports continuous improvement initiatives to improve product quality, reduce defects, and enhance inspection processes.
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Ensures compliance with company quality procedures, customer requirements, AS9100 standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.
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Provides day-to-day leadership, direction, and work assignments for Quality Control Inspectors and Technicians.
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Trains, mentors, and develops team members on inspection methods, quality standards, equipment operation, and documentation requirements.
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Monitors employee performance provides coaching and constructive feedback, and conducts performance evaluations.
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Partners with Human Resources to address attendance, performance, and employee relations issues through coaching and corrective action when appropriate.
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Ensures employees comply with all safety requirements, company policies, quality procedures, and regulatory standards.
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Plans and prioritizes departmental workload to support production schedules and customer delivery commitments.
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Participates in recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and training new Quality team members.
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Promotes a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, teamwork, and customer focus.
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Tracks departmental performance metrics and implements improvements to increase quality, efficiency, and productivity.
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Collaborates with Production, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to resolve quality issues and drive process improvements.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- The performance of this position will require exposure to the manufacturing areas where all areas require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, hearing protection, steel toe shoes, and other mandatory safety equipment.
- For the most part, ambient temperatures with typical plant lighting and manufacturing equipment are present throughout the facility.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Sit or stand as needed.
- Walking primarily on a level surface for periodic periods throughout the day.
- Reaching above shoulder height, below the waist, or lifting as required to reach documents or store materials throughout the workday.
- Proper lifting techniques required.
- Ability and comfortability to work in small confine spaces while following proper safety protocol.
- Ability to accomplish the physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
SAFETY AND POLICY PRACTICES:
Each employee must be knowledgeable of standard safety policies and procedures and adhere to the same while supporting the goals and objectives of the organization and recognizing the Company’s need to achieve its business objectives. Each employee is responsible for complying with company hazardous waste disposal procedures.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
To conform to U.S. export control regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorizations from the U.S. Government.
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION:
ADDMAN Engineering is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Women, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. All terms and conditions of employment will be administered without regard to an individual’s sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
NOTE: This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time, and the employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. ADDMAN Engineering reserves the right to add, delete or modify these duties and responsibilities at its discretion. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Employment is at-will, and nothing in this job description is intended to create or imply a contractual relationship or alter the at-will status of the employee.
Requirements:
SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
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Commitment to a safety culture where safety is the first consideration before starting any task.
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Proficient with the use of manual inspection equipment.
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Experience programming and/or operating CMMs using PC-DMIS is preferred, but not required.
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Selects and uses appropriate inspection equipment and techniques.
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Interpret drawings and specifications.
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Determines acceptability of quality of work.
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Meets time and quality standards.
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Seeks out additional duties when it is needed.
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Brings up potential problems with suggested solutions.
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Promotes a positive environment through what is said and by setting an example.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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Graduate of related two-year vocational school program and two years related work experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred, but not required.
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Able to work in a dynamic environment with changing priorities to exceed customer expectations.
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Works independently, has a strong work ethic, is self-motivated and able to complete tasks with minimal supervision.
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Ability to work on cross-functional teams to support the core business, ensuring quality products are delivered on time.
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Computer aptitude (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, and Excel).
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Ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language.
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Must be a team player and willing to learn new skills and concepts.
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Eligible to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
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Previous experience supervising or leading quality personnel in an aerospace, precision machining, or advanced manufacturing environment.
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Working knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001, GD&T, and blueprint interpretation.
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Experience with CMM programming or advanced metrology equipment preferred.
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Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
