Quality Supervisor

Crane Company • Caldwell, ID

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Crane Aerospace and Electronics is hiring a Quality Supervisor at its West Caldwell, New Jersey location. The role implements and directs quality assurance activities to ensure components and other materials in finished goods and products conform to organizational and customer quality standards. The supervisor leads and develops Inspectors, supports production scheduling and customer requirements, monitors quality performance, manages inspection and nonconforming-material processes, and participates in audits and continuous improvement. The position may require access to Controlled Data or Information; where such access is required, only US Persons will be considered under ITAR requirements.

The work is performed in a standard office and manufacturing environment, with a cubicle or desk workspace. It requires substantial visual concentration and use of a computer, calculator, and filing cabinets. Manufacturing work may involve safety equipment and exposure to loud noise, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust, or fumes. Travel up to 10% may be required. Approximate physical activity includes sitting 70% and standing 30%, and lifting and pushing up to 25 pounds. Periodic weekend shop supervisory coverage may be needed.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in aerospace or another highly regulated manufacturing environment, with exposure to quality inspection.
• At least 1 year of leadership, supervisory, or team-lead experience.
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems, process improvement, and control techniques.
• Ability to read engineering drawings.
• Demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing best practices, process control, logistics processes such as inventory management, engineering management such as project management, and safety management.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, a collaborative mindset, and a structured approach to solving problems with cross-functional teams.
• Genuine interest in supporting and developing others.
• High school diploma.
• Where access to Controlled Data or Information is required, must be a US Person due to ITAR requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Certified ISO/AS lead assessor credentials.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Familiarity with AS9100, FAI/AS9102 processes, CMM or Keyence optical systems, or other advanced inspection tools.
• Previous supervisory experience in an aerospace or electronics manufacturing environment.
• Experience preparing or reviewing nonconformance documentation and participating in root-cause analysis.
• Understanding of industry standards such as MIL, ASTM, ASM, or NADCAP requirements.
• Experience with aerospace customer portals, including Hamilton, Airbus, Boeing, Pratt & Whitney, or GE.
• Knowledge of FAA Part 21 and 8130-3 documentation.
• ASQ certifications such as CQT, CQI, or CQA.

Responsibilities

• Train, lead, and oversee Inspectors in their daily duties to support operational efficiency and adherence to quality standards.
• Develop, coach, and mentor employees through performance planning to support employee and business growth.
• Review daily resource allocation to support the production schedule and meet established customer requirements.
• Monitor, report, and improve quality-related KPIs; use data to evaluate performance, identify gaps, and drive daily problem-solving.
• Oversee preparation and completion of First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) to meet customer and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain applicable non-conforming material system dispositions.
• Conduct purchase order approval activity.
• Make staffing decisions in accordance with management and human resource procedures.
• Support in-process and new-product design and introduction inspections.
• Perform internal quality and safety audits and participate in internal and external quality audits.

Benefits

• Health care, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance starting the first day of the month.
• 15 days of paid time off, accruing from the first day of employment.
• 12 paid holidays per year.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Education reimbursement, eligible after 6 months of employment.
• Some roles may be eligible for performance-based bonus programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED