Supervisor, Quality Control

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title:
Supervisor, Quality Control

Job Location:
San Leandro, CA (100% onsite)

Business Unit:
Randtron

About Fisica Inc.

Fisica, Inc. is a premier manufacturer of advanced defense products, specializing in the design and production of airborne and ground-based antennas, as well as cutting-edge electromagnetic systems and simulators. Headquartered in San Leandro, California, with additional operations in Simi Valley, Fisica plays a vital role as a trusted partner to leading defense primes and the U.S. Department of Defense.

Our company operates as
- ATI, Randtron, Datron and Space Vector
—each bringing deep expertise and innovation to the defense sector. Led by a seasoned management team, Fisica is committed to excellence in engineering, manufacturing, and mission‑critical solutions that enhance national security.

At Fisica, we foster a strong, collaborative work culture that values individual contributions and empowers our employees. Our commitment to innovation, integrity, and teamwork makes us a leader in the defense industry and an exceptional place to build a career.

Job Description:

Position Overview

The Quality Control Supervisor is responsible for leading and overseeing all Quality Control inspection activities, including Receiving Inspection, In‑Process Inspection and Final Inspection. This role ensures products meet customer, contractual, regulatory, and company quality requirements while supporting production schedules and organizational objectives.

The QC Supervisor provides leadership for inspection personnel, drives continuous improvement initiatives, supports AS9100/QMS compliance, and works cross‑functionally with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Program teams to ensure product conformity and customer satisfaction.

This position serves as a key representative of the Quality organization and acts as an advocate for quality, compliance, product integrity, and operational excellence throughout the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations of Receiving Inspection, In‑Process Inspection and Final Inspection teams.
• Monitor inspection queues and production priorities to support on-time delivery objectives.
• Ensure inspection and testing activities comply with engineering drawings, specifications, purchase orders, work instructions, and customer requirements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain effective inspection processes, procedures, and quality standards.
• Coordinate staffing, workload balancing, and cross‑training initiatives to improve operational flexibility and personnel effectiveness.
• Support Material Review Board (MRB) activities, nonconforming material processing, and corrective/preventive action initiatives.
• Collaborate with Quality Engineering, Manufacturing, Planning, and Engineering teams to resolve quality‑related issues and production constraints.
• Analyze inspection metrics and operational performance data to identify trends and drive continuous improvement actions.
• Support internal, customer, and third‑party audits including AS9100 compliance activities.
• Ensure employees are trained, qualified, and compliant with applicable procedures and quality requirements.
• Promote a culture of accountability, communication, product quality, and continuous improvement.
• Provide leadership, mentoring, coaching, and performance management for QC personnel.
• Interface with customers, suppliers, auditors, and external agencies as required.
• Support implementation of strategic quality initiatives and organizational objectives established by Quality leadership.
• Perform inspections as required.
• Coordinates/leads MRB meetings.

Core Competencies

Leadership & Accountability

• Demonstrates ownership, initiative, and sound decision‑making.
• Drives execution of departmental objectives and operational priorities.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Technical Expertise

• Strong knowledge of inspection processes, quality systems, and manufacturing operations.
• Understanding of root cause analysis, corrective action methodologies, and quality documentation requirements.
• Familiarity with customer and regulatory requirements applicable to aerospace/defense manufacturing.

Problem Solving

• Ability to analyze complex situations and implement effective solutions.
• Evaluates risks, identifies trends, and drives corrective actions t