Front Line Manager: Quality (1st shift)
About The Position
BWX Technologies is hiring a Front Line Manager for its Quality department, based on-site in Euclid, Ohio. The role leads union-represented inspection personnel and supports dimensional inspection and nondestructive testing (NDT). The manager implements departmental goals aligned with company objectives, serves as a liaison between shop-floor personnel and management, and helps ensure safe, efficient work that meets operational and production needs. The position coordinates staffing and overtime, supports new-hire training, monitors employee performance and records, troubleshoots inspection processes and equipment issues, and checks that inspection work and quality records comply with approved procedures. Weekend coverage may be needed. The role reports to Quality management, which may assign additional duties and projects.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least five years of relevant experience in dimensional inspection or NDT.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Selected applicants must successfully complete a pre-employment check and drug screening.
- Must comply with applicable company health and safety requirements in the workplace.
Nice To Haves
- Technical certification or an associate degree in business.
- Previous supervisory experience.
- Experience with SAP and Microsoft Office.
Responsibilities
- Lead and support union-represented inspection personnel, including questions related to dimensional inspection and NDT.
- Assist with new-hire training and provide scheduled feedback during employees’ probationary periods.
- Act as a liaison between shop-floor personnel and management.
- Ensure employees are on task and working safely and efficiently toward operational goals.
- Communicate performance concerns and handle disciplinary matters, including formal write-ups, as appropriate.
- Monitor employee attendance, time charging, and production records in SAP.
- Ensure equipment is in working order and available; submit maintenance requests as needed.
- Troubleshoot inspection processes and gaging issues.
- Participate in production and scheduling meetings to ensure resources are in place to meet production needs.
- Schedule departmental resources and manage overtime to meet production needs.
- Perform monthly surveillances to verify inspections follow approved procedures.
- Monitor production logs, data sheets, and other quality records for compliance with approved procedures.
- Ensure departmental housekeeping meets expectations.
- Provide weekend coverage as needed.
- Perform other duties and projects assigned by Quality management.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
- Flexible work schedules and paid time off.
- Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and sponsorship for continuing education.
- Opportunities for continuous learning and training.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
