Supplier Quality Supervisor

Job Description

Title:

Supplier Quality Supervisor

Pioneer the next generation of innovation. Join us and you'll develop your skills and expertise to the very highest levels, working in an international environment for a company known the world over for its brilliance.

Position Summary:

This position is recognized as a Supplier Quality Supervisor and is responsible primarily for supervising a team in charge of supplier quality, supplier quality development, first article inspections.

Key Accountabilities:

* Oversee, develop, coordinate and implement quality control objectives and activities to resolve production problems, maximize product reliability, and minimize cost

* Supervise hourly personnel (incoming inspection) and coordinate related activities such as part inspections and (salvage and re-work) and coordinate related activities such as: engine inspection, part inspection, rework, cleaning, and equipment calibration. Maintain overtime and attendance records for hourly direct reports

* Respond to line calls with immediate corrective action

* Leverage experience to develop long-range corrective measures through root-cause analysis

* Provide accurate and timely data to management regarding quality concerns

* Design and implement control plan/inspection routings

* Procure gauges and measuring equipment for quality control initiatives

* Perform and supervise machine and gauge capability studies

* Keep management abreast of progress, developments & pending problems

* Implement and ensures good health and safety practices are followed

* Develop and implement quality audits of production and operations

* Lead change and coordinate problem solving efforts with respective personnel

* Manage all zero-mile defect corrective actions from OEMs. Effectively communicate corrective action to customers, present data and drive process changes to improve quality in the assembly process

* Implement good housekeeping practices (5S)

* Keep abreast of specifications, changing regulations and industry standards

* Write and distribute quality data and reports

* Perform special projects as required (Kaizen, Lean implementation)

Basic Requirements:

* Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S without sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time

* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Industrial engineering and 3 years of supplier quality or quality engineering experience; or 7 years of supplier quality or quality engineering experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the production of internal combustion engines

* Knowledge of quality control, raw materials, manufacturing processes, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture of engines

* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interface effectively at all levels of the organization

* Strong written and verbal communication skills

* Familiar with plant operations and equipment

* Ability to trouble shoot and resolve assembly and quality independently

* Strong analytical and problem solving skills

* Strong knowledge of geometric tolerating and related gauges

* Knowledge of MTU products and/or internal combustion engines

* Knowledge of statistical process control

* Experience in resolving zero-hour engine defects with customers

* CQE/CQA or similar certification

* 6 sigma experience or certification

Rolls-Royce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics.

At Rolls-Royce, we are committed to creating a workplace where all employees feel respected, supported, and empowered to do their best work. We foster a welcoming and innovative work environment that invests in you, giving you access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities where you can grow your career and make a difference.

Job Posting Date

02 Jun 2026; 00:06

Pay Range

$73,120 - $118,820-Annually

Location:

Mankato, MN

Benefits

Rolls-Royce provides a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that includes base pay and a discretionary bonus plan. Eligible employees may have the opportunity to enroll in other benefits, including health, dental, vision, disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance; a flexible spending account; a health savings account; a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match;
Employee Assistance Program;
Paid Time Off; certain paid holidays; paid parental and family care leave; tuition reimbursement; and a long-term incentive plan. The options available to an employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as date of hire, and employment type.

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