About The Position
The Senior Supervisor of Quality Inspection will oversee a large team of hourly employees in the Quality Inspection department. This role involves assisting with technical issues, supporting internal customers, ensuring adherence to quality standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of quality inspection processes, and the ability to foster a culture of excellence and accountability.
Requirements
- Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience
Nice To Haves
- Previous leadership experience managing 30+ direct reports.
- Background in Aerospace Manufacturing Quality
- Familiarity with AS9100 / AS9102 standards.
- Previous experience in Quality Systems and Lean methodologies.
- Strong knowledge of Collins Workmanship Standards requirements
Responsibilities
- Supervise the daily activities of Quality Inspectors to ensure adherence to established department, organization, and customer specification parameters.
- Provide leadership, direction, and support to a large team of quality inspectors, ensuring high performance and productivity.
- Conduct regular team meetings to communicate goals, expectations, and performance metrics.
- Collaborate with internal customers to identify required resources and assist in developing inspection plans to balance workloads and ensure effective use of resources.
- Coordinate with multiple functions, including Production, Engineering, and Supply Chain, to resolve inspection issues and streamline processes.
- Ensure that inspectors have the necessary tools, equipment, and training to perform their tasks effectively and efficiently.
- Maintain Quality Management System (QMS) documents for the inspection department, ensuring they are up-to-date and compliant with industry standards.
- Implement ongoing training programs to keep the team updated on new inspection techniques, tools, and industry standards.
- Utilize Lean methodologies and continuous improvement tools to enhance inspection processes and reduce waste.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and excellence within the team.
- Ensure adherence to AS9100 / AS9102 standards and other relevant industry standards.
- Conduct audits and inspections to verify compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements.
- Manage non-conformance reports and implement corrective actions to address quality issues.
- Identify inspection process deficiencies and drive Inspection Standard Work and efficiency improvements.
- Understanding of basic management approaches such as work scheduling, prioritizing, coaching, and process execution.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
- Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Student Loan Repayment Program
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
- Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
- Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
- Adoption Assistance
- Autism Benefit
- Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
- Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
- Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
- Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
- Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
- This position may be eligible for relocation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
