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UNION · 10 hours ago

Quality Supervisor

Union Technologies is reindustrializing America’s defense manufacturing base with a first-of-its-kind Factories-as-a-Stockpile™ model. They are looking for a Quality Supervisor to lead Quality Control operations, supervise a team of Quality Technicians and Inspectors, and ensure the production processes deliver defense-grade components.

Defense & Space

Responsibilities

Lead Shop Floor Quality Execution: Supervise day-to-day Quality Control operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Enforce Quality Standards: Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and customer requirements through real-time inspection, data review, and process verification
Coach and Develop Technicians: Train, mentor, and support a team of Quality Inspectors, driving accountability and precision on the floor
Own Frontline Quality Metrics: Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs), including defect rates, first-pass yield, and calibration compliance
Drive Problem Solving: Lead RCCA activities (8D, 5-Why) on the floor; escalate and contain issues quickly to protect production flow and quality
Support Process Control: Monitor SPC charts and inspection data; collaborate with Quality and Process Engineers to maintain tightly controlled manufacturing windows
Participate in MRB Process: Support Material Review Board efforts for on-the-floor defect disposition and containment
Audit Readiness: Maintain a state of readiness for customer and internal audits; ensure all training, inspection, and calibration records are current and compliant
Collaborate Across Teams: Serve as the key Quality point-of-contact for Production, Engineering, and Maintenance teams during your shift

Qualification

Quality ControlISO 9001RCCA methodologiesQuality software/toolsMetalworking processesSix Sigma Green BeltTeam buildingLeadershipCalm under pressure

Required

Education: Associate or Bachelor's degree in Quality, Industrial Engineering, related technical field, or significant work experience in Quality Supervisory roles
Experience: 5+ years in Quality Control in a manufacturing environment
Experience: 2+ years in a lead or supervisory role
Experience: Experience with ISO 9001, AS9100, or other regulated Quality systems
Experience: Familiar with metalworking processes: forging, casting, machining, or painting
Technical Skills: Inspection techniques and tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, visual)
Technical Skills: Strong grasp of RCCA methodologies (8D, 5-Why)
Technical Skills: Comfortable with SPC, inspection data analysis, and use of quality software/tools
Leadership Style: Lead-from-the-front attitude
Leadership Style: Builds disciplined teams
Leadership Style: Calm under pressure and relentless in pursuit of quality
Physical Requirements: Ability to stand/walk for extended periods
Physical Requirements: Lift up to 50 lbs
Physical Requirements: Work in a hot, noisy, industrial environment

Preferred

Familiarity with defense standards (e.g., MIL-STD, ITAR)
Experience with non-destructive testing such as ultrasonic
Knowledge of metallurgy and steel specifications
Six Sigma Green Belt, ASQ CQT, or equivalent certification

Benefits

For those who move quickly, additional incentives may be available

Company

UNION

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For nearly a century, our National Security industrial base has been stagnant, plagued by a lack of innovation and widespread sophistication.

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