Quality Control Supervisor

AL TARIQ; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family visas

Annual flight tickets

Medical insurance for dependents

Education allowances

Tax-free salaries

Job summary

EDGE is seeking an experienced QC Supervisor to join the SHEQ team in Abu Dhabi. The role oversees quality control activities across manufacturing operations, ensuring production processes and finished products comply with established quality standards, technical specifications, and inspection requirements.

The successful candidate will supervise QC Inspectors, monitor inspection activities, address quality issues, and support continuous improvement initiatives to maintain product quality and

Qualifications

• Diploma or bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Quality Management, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Quality Control or Quality Assurance within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supervising or leading quality inspection teams.
• Strong knowledge of in-process inspection, final inspection, and quality control procedures.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings, technical specifications, and inspection plans.
• Proficiency in precision measuring instruments, gauges, and inspection equipment.
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems, including ISO 9001.
• Experience managing non-conformities, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Good communication, reporting, and team management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily quality control activities across production operations.
• Oversee in-process and final product inspections to ensure compliance with approved quality plans and technical specifications.
• Lead and support QC Inspectors, ensuring inspection activities are conducted accurately and efficiently.
• Monitor product quality and identify non-conformities throughout the manufacturing process.
• Review inspection reports, test results, and quality documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinate with Production, Engineering, and other departments to resolve quality-related issues.
• Support root cause analysis and implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure proper use and calibration of measuring instruments, gauges, and inspection equipment.
• Maintain compliance with Quality Management Systems, internal procedures, and applicable industry standards.
• Promote workplace safety and ensure compliance with HSE requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and reduce defects.

Skills

In-process inspection

Final inspection

Quality control

Root cause analysis

Corrective actions

MS Office

Communication

Team management

ISO 9001

Education

Bachelor's or Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical / Quality / Manufacturing)

Job description

ABOUT EDGE

At EDGE bold ideas are engineered into technologies that protect, improve and save lives.

Headquartered in the United Arab Emirates, EDGE is a leading advanced technology group working at the forefront of defence and emerging technologies. Spanning more than 35 specialised companies and multiple centres of excellence, we are purpose-built to move fast. Free from heavy legacy processes, we give our people the autonomy, accountability, and agility to bring breakthrough technologies from concept to reality.

Based in Abu Dhabi, a globally connected hub at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, EDGE is home to a truly multicultural community where bold ideas thrive, and the future is shaped.

Together, we are shaping the future.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Were seeking an experienced QC Supervisor to join our SHEQ team. The role is responsible for overseeing quality control activities across manufacturing operations, ensuring that production processes and finished products comply with established quality standards, technical specifications, and inspection requirements.

The successful candidate will supervise QC Inspectors, monitor inspection activities, address quality issues, and support continuous improvement initiatives to maintain product quality and operational efficiency.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise and coordinate daily quality control activities across production operations.


• Oversee in-process and final product inspections to ensure compliance with approved quality plans and technical specifications.


• Lead and support QC Inspectors, ensuring inspection activities are conducted accurately and efficiently.


• Monitor product quality and identify non-conformities throughout the manufacturing process.


• Review inspection reports, test results, and quality documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.


• Coordinate with Production, Engineering, and other departments to resolve quality-related issues.


• Support root cause analysis and implementation of corrective and preventive actions.


• Ensure proper use and calibration of measuring instruments, gauges, and inspection equipment.


• Maintain compliance with Quality Management Systems, internal procedures, and applicable industry standards.


• Promote workplace safety and ensure compliance with HSE requirements.


• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and reduce defects.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma or bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Quality Management, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline.


• Minimum 5 years of experience in Quality Control or Quality Assurance within a manufacturing environment.


• Previous experience supervising or leading quality inspection teams.


• Strong knowledge of in-process inspection, final inspection, and quality control procedures.


• Experience interpreting engineering drawings, technical specifications, and inspection plans.


• Proficiency in precision measuring instruments, gauges, and inspection equipment.


• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems, including ISO 9001.


• Experience managing non-conformities, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.


• Good communication, reporting, and team management skills.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in ammunition manufacturing, defence, aerospace, automotive, or precision engineering industries.


• Knowledge of small-caliber ammunition specifications and manufacturing processes.


• Familiarity with ISO 17025 and other relevant quality standards.


• Experience implementing continuous improvement initiatives and quality improvement methodologies.


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.


• Experience working in a highly regulated manufacturing environment.

WHY CHOOSE EDGE

Launched in November 2019, the UAEs EDGE is one of the worlds leading advanced technology groups, established to develop agile, bold and disruptive solutions for defence and beyond, and to be a catalyst for change and transformation. It is dedicated to bringing breakthrough innovations, products, and services to market with greater speed and efficiency, to position the UAE as a leading global hub for future industries, and to creating clear paths within the sector for the next generation of highly skilled talent to thrive.

At EDGE, the real investment goes beyond compensation. Through our dedicated learning academy and digital learning platforms, employees have access to extensive opportunities to develop new skills, deepen their expertise, and advance their careers. Combined with the freedom to innovate, strong career support, and the opportunity to collaborate with world-class talent from across the globe, EDGE is a place where you can continue to grow, keep learning, and turn ambitious ideas into meaningful outcomes.

• Salaries are highly competitive and tax-free and, depending on your role and seniority, benefits can include family visas, annual flight tickets, medical insurance for you and your dependents, and education allowances for your children.

CANDIDATE PRIVACY & EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

If you feel your skills, experience and potential are a strong match for a role, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every requirement. We are genuinely interested in what you can bring to EDGE.

Any information you share as part of your EDGE candidate profile or job application will be handled in accordance with applicable data protection and privacy regulations.

EDGE is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and high-performing workforce. We believe every individual deserves to be treated with fairness, respect and dignity, and our employment decisions reflect that. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, nationality, ethnicity, religion, gender, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

As a global organisation, effective collaboration across international teams is central to how we work, so English proficiency is required for all roles unless otherwise stated in the job posting.

Please note that EDGE does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Any resumes in the absence of a formally executed agreement in place will be deemed the property of EDGE, and no placement fees or compensation will be payable in respect of such submissions.