Job Title: Quality SupervisorExempt Status: ExemptLocation: Cheshire, CTSummary: The Quality Engineering Supervisor will be responsible for quality engineers and all activities associated with the Quality function reporting directly to the Quality Manager.
Essential Functions:- Lead and manage the quality engineers, including development, implementation, and continuous improvement of all policies, procedures, and goals.
- Develop, utilize, and update employee skill matrix to define necessary skills to perform the requirements of the job adequately and safely, to develop gaps and associated training development plans and to ensure department is adequately staffed to meet business needs.
- Monitor department and employee performance - implement actions to achieve targeted performance objectives.
- Ensure process and procedures defined in the Quality Management System (QMS) are understood and followed.
- Be cognizant of Export Control requirements and controls, taking necessary steps to always ensure export compliance.
- Drive robust RCCA process with real time daily stand-up Quality reviews and SPC data collection / actions.
- Support monthly MCAT (Material Corrective Action Team) process with on-time reporting of Quality KPI's - driving YOY improvements in quality performance.
- Manage the Quality Planning / NPI process in line with the Quality NPI tracker to ensure on-time and completeness of Quality NPI requirements such as PPAP and FAI
- Perform other related duties or responsibilities as requested or required.
Required Qualifications & Experience:- Must be a "U.S. Person" as defined by the U.S. Government and able to work without restrictions with ITAR related data
- High School Degree or G.E.D required.
- Bachelor's degree in management or engineering preferred.
- 3+ years of relevant experience in aerospace manufacturing.
- 5+ years of relevant experience in quality and/or manufacturing engineering.
- Prior leadership experience preferred.
Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities- Proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Knowledge of ERP system (Syteline preferred).
- Knowledge of inspection techniques and quality engineering practices.
- Knowledge of manufacturing support processes and systems (inspection, gauging, PPAP, AS9102, PFMEA, MSA, SPC, records & reporting).
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, operation sheets, and inspection reports.
- Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with all levels of the organization.
- Ability to interpret policies, procedures, and standard business practices.
- Ability to read, write, and understand English at a functional level.
- Ability to travel 5-10% when required.
Physical Demands / Work Capacity EvaluationThe essential functions of this position may vary based on specific assignments, work locations, and operational needs. Physical capability is evaluated through a post-offer, pre-employment Human Performance Evaluation (HPE), which assesses an individual's ability to perform the essential functions of the job safely and effectively, with or without reasonable accommodation, in accordance with applicable laws.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform.
