Quality Inspection Supervisor (Engineering)

TL;DR

Quality Inspection Supervisor (Engineering): Supervising quality technicians and performing inspections within the incoming inspection area with an accent on ensuring safety, quality, volume, and cost goals. Focus on coordinating daily activities to maximize productivity, troubleshooting escalated quality issues, and integrating customer requirements into the QMS.

Location: Columbia City, IN, United States. Must be a US Citizen.

Company

A U.S. defense contractor developing sonar, radar systems, and unmanned undersea platforms to empower naval forces.

What you will do

• Supervise and train quality technicians to maximize productivity and minimize cost.
• Perform and oversee quality inspections in the incoming inspection area.
• Investigate and resolve escalated quality issues and provide technical solutions.
• Integrate customer quality requirements into the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Coordinate First Article Inspections (FAI) for new or revised parts.
• Maintain accurate data for AS9100 accountability.

Requirements

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Applied Science, Quality Assurance, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in quality or quality-related roles within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in GD&T and usage of basic metrology equipment (calipers, micrometers).
• Strong organizational and planning skills to coordinate team responsibilities.
• Experience as a liaison between Engineering, Manufacturing, and Procurement.

Nice to have

• CMM equipment programming and CMM Mgr software experience.
• Experience with optical inspection, pull strength testing, or hardness testing.
• Knowledge of AS9102 FAI / PPAP processes.
• Root cause analysis experience, preferably using 8D methodology.
• Experience with electronic components, PCBAs, and/or batteries.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive PTO (up to 140 hours for the first year) and paid holidays.
• 401k plan with company match and company HSA contributions.
• Educational Assistance Program for tuition reimbursement.
• Comprehensive insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision) and life insurance.
• Annual performance-based bonuses and wellness program incentives.
• Monthly student loan repayment program ($75).