Quality Engineer Supervisor

Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries.

Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.

Job description:

Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries.

Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.

• Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility
• Parental Leave

The Quality Engineer Supervisor leads quality assurance and control activities to ensure products meet defined specifications, customer requirements, and regulatory standards. This role blends hands-on quality engineering expertise with leadership responsibility, including team supervision, process improvement, lab oversight, and cross-functional collaboration.

This position reports to the Quality Manager.

• Supervise and train Quality Technicians, CMM Technicians, and Receiving Inspectors, including timecard verification, attendance and time-off management and approval.
• Assist in the development of inspection and sampling techniques, quality control plans, or process control procedures that will ensure production of finished products that meet quality specifications and standards.
• Assist in the development of departmental procedures, including updating and distributing manuals and other documents.
• Maintain receiving, in process, and outbound inspection procedures and techniques.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve product and process quality, reduce scrap and enhance efficiency.
• Plan workflow through the Quality Lab including MSA requirements, weld evaluation, dimensional measurement and calibrations to be completed on time per required schedules.
• Follow up on production problems related to quality.
• Work with the Engineering Department on old and new projects to assure proper capability.
• Lead and participate in 8D investigations for internal and customer non-conformances to implement permanent corrective action.
• Perform machine capability studies and R&R evaluations on check gauges.
• Approve setup samples.
• Ensure compliance on all test methods, documentation, and records.
• Accurately report and trend data measurement results as needed.
• Assist with processing and charge backs for supplier responsible nonconforming material.
• Conduct internal quality audits to ensure procedures are being followed in compliance with ISO/TS.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field. (required)
• At least 3 years of experience in a quality role within a manufacturing site. (required)
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and influence teams in a fast-paced production driven setting.(preferred)
• Prior experience in quality assurance and/or a supervisory role. (preferred)
• Experience with corrective and preventative actions (CAPA) in Quality Engineering. (preferred)

Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law.

We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.

As part of our recruitment process, we may use job‑related assessments in selected roles.

These tools help us better understand work‑related strengths and support a fair and consistent hiring process. Any assessment results are reviewed together with your experience, qualifications, and interviews, and are never used as the sole basis for hiring decisions.

If you need an accommodation in order to complete the application, please contact Hydro Recruiting via email at recru

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