Quality Lead, Fabrication

WHO WE ARE

Founded in 1959 by Ed Miller near Chicago, Prince Industries has grown from a one-man shop into a global manufacturing partner. With seven facilities across the U.S. and China, we serve industries from hydraulics to aerospace, handling everything from just-in-time components to high-volume assemblies.

At Prince, we don’t just make parts—we solve complex supply chain challenges. We are a strategic partner, focused on helping clients improve products, reduce costs, and simplify operations. Certified to ISO 9001:2015, ISO 13485, and AS9100 standards, we combine quality, innovation, and growth-minded thinking to deliver real value.

The Quality Lead, Fabrication coordinates activities of workers engaged in inspecting and testing materials or products for conformance to blueprint specifications and works in conjunction with Engineering to develop inspection methods that meet or exceed customer requirements.

• Understands and observes all necessary safety procedures: safety procedures, safety glasses, shoes, ear protection, machine interlocks, lifting guidelines, etc. as designated in specific work area assigned.
• Supervises and oversees all quality control / inspection operations (i.e., Hold Area, Lab, and Calibration) within the department daily.
• Revises work assignments as needed to meet production schedules and directs work assignments accordingly to ensure on-time inspection of parts.
• Manages and enforces procedures for disposition of discrepant material.
• Frequently reviews all correspondence (i.e., voice mail messages, emails, faxes, mail) and responds to all requests in a timely manner.
• Assists subordinates or co-workers in resolving technical problems.
• Uses statistical process control techniques when required.
• Collaborates across departments and with Quality Manager to investigate defective parts to improve the process.
• Completes all necessary job-related paperwork in a concise and timely manner.
• Collaborates with Engineering to create Master Inspection documentation for First Piece, In Process and Final Inspections.
• Works effectively with all department personnel in a harmonious and cooperative manner to meet the needs and goals established by the company.
• Regularly holds department meetings to communicate with department workers on work-related matters and safety training discussions.
• When required, attends all meetings related to department operations and quality improvements.
• Keeps Management informed of all major department issues or concerns related to inspection, performance or any issue that could negatively affect the company's operation.
• Recommends methods to working conditions, processes and use of equipment that would improve efficiency and reduce material and labor waste.
• Initiates or suggests plans to motivate inspection workers to achieve work goals.
• Accurately communicates all necessary inspection staffing and equipment issues to all shifts.
• Interprets and enforces all supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies, procedures, and applicable laws.
• Performs personnel tasks in consultation with Quality Manager to assist Human Resources Department as needed, to effectively maintain departmental staff, such as:
• Interviewing and training
• Addressing complaints
• Investigating and resolving employee issues
• Conducting performance reviews
• Understands all necessary processes and procedures in order to maintain Prince's required quality certifications (i.e., ISO).
• Participates and plans for annual internal and external audits to maintain company certifications (i.e., ISO).
• Additional responsibilities as assigned by management may include overseeing other departments or workloads as needed to meet the company’s production needs.

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports and business correspondence as needed.
• Ability to communicate effectively both in oral and written form.
• Proficient in the use of all department and inspection equipment.
• Ability to perform advanced math skills related to…