Supervisor-Quality Inspection

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Where is the work:
On-Site (5 days)

The Inspection Quality Supervisor is responsible for Leading and Coaching the Inspection team. This role works across the La Crosse factory organization to confirm quality expectations are met. The Inspection Supervisor will manage proper staffing levels across all shifts to support production needs. The Supervisor will coach Inspectors on proper methodologies and standard work.

What you will do:

- Process owner and site supervisor with responsibility to continuously improve the quality Inspection team as needed to increase FPY while maintaining or reducing TAKT.
- Coordinate and conduct weld, braze, machining, assembly, test, final release, and other Inspection activities to ensure processes meet required specifications.
- Responsible for hiring, training, and qualifying new employees to perform inspection standard work following CBA (union guidelines) and company policies.
- Responsible for planning, qualifying, and maintaining sufficient Inspection team strength to maintain adequate regular hours and overtime support.
- Develop standard work, coach, and perform detailed audit and or inspection of all parts, assemblies or final unit.
- Ensure that all engineering drawings, standards, and specification provided match the product inspection. Use manufacturing shop floor systems to verify that product is built to standards and provide training as needed.
- Ensure that all non-conforming parts and assemblies are identified, documented, disposed, and recorded in the database.
- May coordinate with engineering, materials, manufacturing, quality staff and other functional members.
- Work with Production Leader, Team Leaders, and assembly operators to ensure corrective measures are being implemented to prevent non-conformances.
- Responsible for performing year-end reviews and intermediate reviews for Inspection team, as set forth by company guidelines.
- Utilize a standardized problem-solving approach to troubleshoot product and process failures and develop solutions to mitigate impact to production.
- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional individuals and teams to build consensus and achieve best practice outcomes (includes participation in continuous improvement events).

What you will bring:

- Five (5) or more years of related work experience required. Past pressure vessel code compliance (ASME/ PED) exposure is preferred.
- High School degree (or equivalent) required.
- Associates degree in weld technology or AWS CWI certificate preferred.
- Excellent leadership and team building skills required.
- Strong work ethic, great attitude, customer-focused, team-oriented and results driven.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook) to be able to create reports and send/receive emails.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be willing to work flexible hours.
- Quality assurance and or ISO audit experience is a plus.
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma principles a plus.

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:
$65,200.00 - $93,660.00
Compensation Type:
Salary
Incentive Eligible:
No
Sales Commission Eligible:
No

Disclaimer : We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience,  travel requirements, and union designation.   Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country.  Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.

Thrive at work and at home:

- Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
- Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
- Paid time off includes  up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
- 401K match up, educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.

Disclaimer:  Benefit offerings may vary by site as well as Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations

Safety Sensitive Role:
Yes
The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.