Quality Supervisor

Ducommun•Appleton, WI

18d

About The Position

Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush and eventually assisted in the birth of the aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed. Today Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets. We specialize in electronic and structural systems, producing complex products and components for commercial aircraft platforms, mission-critical military and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications. Our Facility in Appleton, WI manufactures state-of-the-art circuit boards for Aerospace and Defense as well as Industrial and Medical Industries. Job Summary Ensure all contractual and regulatory quality requirements are communicated and met. Support receiving, in-process, and final quality control across departments. Lead root-cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions, and continuous improvement efforts. Serve as customer and supplier interface for quality issues and resolution. Establish and maintain quality procedures in collaboration with internal teams. Monitor compliance with company policies, quality management systems, and audit requirements. Provide daily leadership, direction, workflow management, and training to employees. Promote a culture of quality, accountability, and strong communication. Track departmental performance and support recruiting, employee development, and performance decisions. Ensure safe handling of hazardous materials and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or technical field
Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in the assigned functional area.
Knowledge of basic manufacturing and assembly processes, work measurement, and standards.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
Strong technical writing, documentation, and attention to detail.
Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, and prioritization skills.
Intermediate computer skills, including email, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Microsoft Project, and MRP/ERP systems.
Effective communication skills with customers and internal teams; ability to represent the company professionally.
Negotiation, conflict management, and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to multitask, stay organized, and adapt to changing conditions.
High accuracy and attention to detail; strong professional attitude and demeanor.
Abilities consistent with the General Requirements of Team Members.

Nice To Haves

Understanding of DOE, 6-Sigma, Lean Manufacturing desired
Experience within electrical or electronic manufacturing
Advanced ERP and Microsoft Office skills (e-mail, Word, Excel), intermediate level Power Point, and Access preferred

Responsibilities

Supervise, coordinate, facilitate, and provide leadership to employees directly or through group leaders.
Outline work procedures and assign duties to meet departmental and company requirements.
Ensure all contractual and regulatory quality requirements are communicated and met.
Support receiving, in-process, and final quality control across departments.
Lead root-cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions, and continuous improvement efforts.
Serve as customer and supplier interface for quality issues and resolution.
Establish and maintain quality procedures in collaboration with internal teams.
Monitor compliance with company policies, quality management systems, and audit requirements.
Provide daily leadership, direction, workflow management, and training to employees.
Promote a culture of quality, accountability, and strong communication.
Track departmental performance and support recruiting, employee development, and performance decisions.
Ensure safe handling of hazardous materials and perform other duties as assigned.