Quality Supervisor, Watertown SD

Terex Corporation•Watertown, SD

About The Position

The Quality Supervisor leads quality execution on the production floor to ensure products meet internal standards and customer requirements. The role owns quality issues from identification through containment, root cause analysis, and corrective action. It directs inspection activities, supports supplier quality, analyzes quality data, and works with engineering and operations to improve quality performance. The supervisor also manages daily work and develops team members within the Quality Department.

Requirements

2–3 years of supervisory or leadership experience in manufacturing.
2–3 years of experience in quality, quality assurance, or operations.
Experience using Microsoft Excel for data tracking and reporting.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 and quality systems.
Experience with root cause analysis and corrective actions, such as 8D, 5 Why, and CAPA.
Knowledge of AWS D1.1 and D1.3 weld standards.
Ability to read blueprints and engineering drawings; GD&T is preferred.
Experience with measurement tools and inspection methods.
Knowledge of Lean and continuous improvement methods.
Associate’s degree or technical training, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

Lead responses to customer and internal quality issues, including containment, root cause analysis, and corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
Direct in-process and final inspection activities to ensure compliance with quality standards.
Lead problem solving with engineering and operations to identify root causes and implement corrections.
Ensure incoming materials, components, and finished products are inspected against requirements.
Analyze and report quality data to identify trends and drive improvement actions.
Develop and maintain inspection methods, standards, and documentation.
Manage non-conformance processes, including documentation, escalation, and resolution.
Support supplier quality issues and follow up on corrective actions.
Provide updates in daily operations and weekly Quality Review meetings.
Reinforce expected quality behaviors, including stopping work when standards are not met.
Hire, train, and develop team members within the Quality Department.
Plan, assign, and direct daily work activities.
Coach performance and support team development.
Address employee concerns and resolve issues.
Drive accountability to quality standards and performance expectations.