Production Supervisor - Visual/Dimensional Inspection (1st Shift, Mon-Fri)

Component Repair Technologies • Mentor, OH

153d • Onsite

About The Position

The Inspection Department Supervisor (Visual/Dimensional Inspection) is responsible for leading the daily operations, personnel, and performance of the Inspection Department during their assigned shift. This role requires a technically proficient leader who can effectively manage workflow, ensure compliance with quality standards, develop team members, and drive operational excellence. The successful candidate will possess a strong background in visual and dimensional inspection, demonstrated leadership experience, and the ability to balance hands-on technical responsibilities with team leadership and accountability. The supervisor will foster a culture of safety, quality, continuous improvement, and employee development while ensuring departmental and customer expectations are consistently achieved. The position will perform these important tasks from an all-new state-of-the-art building with ultra-modern technology and equipment throughout.

Requirements

• Current Visual/Dimensional Inspection Certification or ability to obtain and maintain certification within an established timeframe.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of leadership, supervisory, or team lead experience in an industrial, manufacturing, quality, inspection, or related technical environment.
• Strong technical background in visual and dimensional inspection, quality assurance, manufacturing, nondestructive testing, or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage performance, develop employees, and drive accountability.
• Proven ability to effectively prioritize work, manage multiple projects, and meet operational objectives in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency with computer systems and business software used for scheduling, tracking, reporting, and performance monitoring.
• Read, speak, write and understand the English language.

Nice To Haves

• 5+ years of experience in visual/dimensional inspection, quality assurance, manufacturing, or a related technical discipline preferred.
• Technical school, associate degree, or equivalent technical training in a related field helpful.

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily operations of the Inspection Department during the assigned shift, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with customer and company requirements.
• Promote and enforce all company safety policies while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Lead the execution of scheduled work by directing personnel, balancing workload, and ensuring resources are utilized effectively to meet departmental goals.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and technical guidance to inspection personnel, serving as a resource for inspection methods, standards, and customer requirements.
• Monitor work in progress and review completed inspections to ensure compliance with quality standards, work scope requirements, and productivity expectations.
• Develop, mentor, and hold team members accountable for performance, attendance, professional conduct, and adherence to company policies.
• Collaborate with the Inspection Department Manager on employee development, performance evaluations, recognition, and corrective actions.
• Support the training, qualification, and continued development of inspection personnel to build a highly skilled and effective team.
• Utilize company software systems to assign work, track performance metrics, monitor labor utilization, and maintain departmental records.
• Analyze operational and quality performance metrics and participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Maintain certification and technical proficiency as a company inspector and perform inspection duties as needed to support operational requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of departmental and organizational objectives.

Benefits

• Two excellent health care options, one being a fully funded program (no premiums for employee and family) and the other being a traditional employee premium contribution.
• Health, vision, and dental coverages.
• Short- and long-term disability and life insurance.
• 401k program with company match.
• Continuing education offered via multiple sources and opportunities with tuition reimbursement based on eligibility requirements.
• Traditional paid time off (PTO) is offered via vacation days and personal days.
• Multiple shift opportunities with hourly premiums for off-shifts are offered.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree