Supervisor, Quality Mgmt

Responsibilities

The Quality Inspection Supervisor oversees daily inspection activities to ensure products meet AS9100, customer, and regulatory requirements. This role leads a team of inspectors, manages inspection processes, drives continuous improvement, and ensures documentation accuracy throughout the product lifecycle, while maintaining strict adherence to aerospace quality standards.

• Inspection Oversight – Supervise incoming, in-process, and final inspections to ensure compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, AS9100, and FAA requirements.
• Team Leadership – Train, mentor, and evaluate inspection personnel; assign work based on skill level and production priorities.
• AS9100 Compliance – Ensure inspection processes, documentation, and records meet AS9100 and customer‑specific quality standards.
• FAA 14 CFR Part 21 Compliance – Familiarize with applicable regulations.
• Nonconformance Management – Review and disposition non‑conforming material; collaborate with MRB and engineering to drive root‑cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Process Improvement – Identify opportunities to improve inspection efficiency, reduce defects, and strengthen process controls.
• Department Calibration Oversight – Ensure inspection tools and gauges are properly maintained and calibrated.
• Documentation Accuracy – Maintain inspection records, reports, and traceability documentation in accordance with aerospace standards.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration – Work closely with production, engineering, supply chain, and quality engineering to resolve issues and support continuous improvement.
• Audit Support – Participate in internal and external audits; ensure readiness and corrective action follow‑through.
• Safety & Compliance – Promote a safe work environment and ensure compliance with company and regulatory safety requirements.

FLSA status:
Nonexempt

• Aerospace Quality Experience – 3 to 5+ years in aerospace or precision manufacturing quality inspection.
• Leadership Experience – Prior experience supervising or leading inspection or quality teams.
• Technical Proficiency – Strong understanding of GD&T, engineering drawings, and inspection methodologies.
• Measurement Tools – Proficient with calipers, micrometers, height gauges, CMMs, and other precision instruments.
• AS9100 Knowledge – Working knowledge of AS9100 and aerospace customer requirements.
• Root Cause Analysis – Experience with 5‑Why, Fishbone, or similar problem‑solving tools.
• Digital Systems – Familiarity with QMS software, ERP systems, and digital inspection tools.
• Must be a U.S. Person in compliance with U.S. ITAR regulations.
• Physical & Work Environment:
  Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 30 lbs.; work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to machinery, noise, and inspection equipment.

• CMM Programming (PC‑DMIS, Camio, Zeiss, or equivalent).
• FAA 14 CFR Part 21 familiarization with associated regulations.
• Lean/Continuous Improvement experience.
• ASQ Certifications such as CQT, CQI, or CQE.
• Previous FAA DMIR experience – a plus.
• Six Sigma and Lean experience – a plus.

• Attention to Detail and accuracy.
• Decision‑Making under pressure.
• Communication Skills across departments.
• Problem‑Solving and analytical thinking.
• Time Management in a fast‑paced environment.
• Structured problem‑solving tools (PFMEA, DOE, 5‑why, etc.).
• Skills with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); advanced skills with Excel – a plus.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to organize and implement multiple concurrent tasks.

Occasional overtime based on production needs.