Quality Engineer Supervisor

CA Lawton is hiring a Quality Supervisor Engineer for our foundry in De Pere WI.

The Quality Supervisor plans, coordinates, and directs the quality control program designed to ensure continuous production of products consistent with established standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Supervise employees in the Quality Assurance department.  Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies.  Plan, assign and direct work of the department.
• Direct department employees engaged in inspection and testing activities to ensure continuous control over materials, facilities, and products.  Conduct training as needed.
• Plan, promote and organize training activities related to product quality and reliability.
• Develop and analyze statistical data and product specifications to determine present standards and establish proposed quality and reliability expectancy of finished product.
• Perform responsibilities as the ISO management representative to ensure that the requirements of AS 9000, ISO 9001, QS 9000 are implemented and maintained.
• Formulate and maintain quality control objectives and coordinate objectives with production procedures in cooperation with other plant managers to maximize product reliability and minimize costs.
• Investigate and adjust customer complaints regarding quality.  Interpret procedures, specifications, and drawings.  Develop and improve techniques.  Author and approve procedures applicable to the method of certification.
• Carry out all duties and responsibilities with an emphasis on safety and quality to ensure all castings inspected meet customer expectations.
• Direct the Production Parts Approval Process (PPAPS) for numerous customers quote quality requirements.
• Administer inspection stamp ASME program for the facility.
• Perform any and all other job related tasks as assigned.   Position Qualifications & Competencies Prior leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.  Lean manufacturing and / or 5S experience preferred.

Apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations with strong basic geometry knowledge and skills.

Respond quickly to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies or members of the business community PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

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Salary range :

Strong attention to detail, very well organized in completing daily tasks and special projects.   Benefits include :

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.