Quality Assurance Supervisor EMEA

Victaulic Europe B.V.; Nazareth; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Victaulic Europe B.V. is seeking a Quality Assurance Supervisor EMEA to develop, maintain, and improve the QMS and quality control programs across Victaulic's fabrication operations in the EMEA region.

You will lead a team of Quality Control Inspectors and collaborate with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and customers to drive continuous improvement for product quality and operational excellence. The role requires a Mechanical Engineering degree, 4+ years in manufacturing quality, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Minimum 4 years of progressive quality engineering experience in manufacturing.
• Experience leading or supervising quality inspection teams.
• Strong experience with ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.
• Experience managing customer quality requirements, audits, inspections, and complaints.
• Knowledge of welding, fabrication, industrial coatings, and quality control methods.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and implement the QMS and quality control plans in line with ISO 9001 and company requirements.
• Maintain quality records including MTRs, COCs, calibration records, and customer certifications.
• Manage calibration and testing programs for inspection equipment.
• Lead and develop a team of Quality Control Inspectors with clear objectives and accountability.
• Support supplier qualification and supplier quality management with Sourcing teams.
• Assist with supplier audits, development, and incoming material inspections.
• Manage production quality assurance programs and approve product releases.
• Perform and oversee in-process inspections, dimensional verifications, weld and coating inspections.
• Support NDT activities, maintain inspection records, coordinate external testing.
• Oversee ISIRs, quality validations, and submissions per company standards.
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, and Production to investigate non-conformances and implement CAPA.
• Maintain customer product certifications and support customer audits and inspections.
• Assist with welder training, qualification, and certification as applicable.
• Drive continuous improvement to enhance product quality and process capability.
• Communicate with stakeholders across the EMEA region on quality-related matters.

Skills

Quality management

ISO 9001

Team leadership

Documentation

Problem solving

Reading drawings

CAPA/8D

Microsoft Office

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

8D problem solving

5 Why

Ishikawa

RCA

CAPA

FMEA

SPC

MSA

PPAP

APQP

Job description

Job Description

We’re Victaulic! With more than 6.000 employees and 55 international facilities, Victaulic helps customers since 1919 in over 120 countries succeed in the global construction industry. From the tallest buildings to the deepest mines, customers trust our products to increase overall system durability in the most demanding construction projects and operating conditions. Learn more about how our innovative piping products and design services can engineer confidence into your build by visiting our website.

The Role

As a Quality Assurance Supervisor EMEA, you will develop, maintain, and improve the Quality Management System (QMS) and quality control programs across Victaulic's fabrication operations within the EMEA region. You will ensure compliance with ISO 9001 requirements, oversee supplier and incoming material quality, support production quality assurance activities, and lead a team of Quality Control Inspectors. Working closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and customers, you will drive continuous improvement initiatives to ensure the highest levels of product quality and operational excellence.

What you will do

• Develop, maintain, and ensure effective execution of the Quality Management System (QMS), quality control plans, procedures, and policies in accordance with ISO 9001 standards and company requirements.
• Maintain quality records and documentation including Material Test Reports (MTRs), Certificates of Conformance (COCs), calibration records, and customer-required certifications.
• Manage and continuously improve the calibration and testing program for inspection and measurement equipment.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Quality Control Inspectors, ensuring clear objectives, accountability, and alignment with safety, quality, and operational goals.
• Support supplier qualification and supplier quality management activities in collaboration with the Sourcing and Supplier Quality teams.
• Assist with supplier audits, supplier development initiatives, incoming material inspections, and resolution of supplier quality issues.
• Manage production quality assurance programs and approve product release activities in accordance with internal and customer requirements.
• Perform and oversee in-process inspections, dimensional verification, weld inspections, coating inspections, product testing, and audit activities.
• Support Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) activities, maintain inspection records, and coordinate external testing requirements when needed.
• Oversee Initial Sample Inspection Reports (ISIR), quality validations, and inspection submissions in accordance with company standards.
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, and Production teams to investigate non-conformances, identify root causes, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Maintain customer product certification requirements and support customer audits, inspections, and quality-related activities.
• Assist with welder training, qualification, and certification activities where applicable.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve product quality, process capability, and operational performance.
• Initiate regular communication with key stakeholders and provide guidance on quality-related matters across the EMEA region.

About You

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Quality Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 4 years of progressive quality engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within industrial products, piping systems, fabrication, or related industries.
• Experience leading or supervising quality inspection teams within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience working within ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.
• Experience managing customer quality requirements, audits, inspections, and complaint resolution.
• Knowledge of welding processes, fabrication environments, industrial coatings, and quality control methods.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and industry standards.
• Knowledge of quality tools such as 8D, 5 Why, Ishikawa, RCA, CAPA, FMEA, Control Plans, SPC, MSA, PPAP, and APQP.
• Strong problem solving, communication, leadership, ownership, and project coordination skills.
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt, ISO Lead Auditor, or AWS/CWI certification is considered an advantage.
• Fluent in English; additional European languages are an asset.
• Willingness to travel within the EMEA region as needed (up to 30%).

What working at Victaulic offers

• Attractive remuneration package
• Part of a growing international company. You work in a modern and pleasant working environment with an open atmosphere.
• Personal growth - Cultivate personal growth through a well-defined career path offering annual progression opportunities. Receive extensive training and guidance.
• We focus on well-being by creating a positive team atmosphere where working, learning and caring go hand in hand.
• We do this by facilitating the organizations of various teambuilding and afterwork activities.
• Inspiring global work environment - working with teams across the globe and collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds, both professionally and culturally.

At Victaulic, our success thrives on the ingenuity, passion, and dedication of our people – building a future of innovation together! Victaulic is a leader in pipe joining solutions, with over 5,500 employees involved in some of the most prestigious construction projects worldwide. From the Hoover Dam to Bird’s Nest National Olympic Stadium in Beijing, Victaulic is there—increasing stability and sustainability wherever we go. While working for a fast-growing global leader is attractive, most Victaulic employees feel our best attributes are what we do for our people. This means doing things like building from within, sticking to our word, taking care of each other, and doing the right thing even when no one is watching. This blend of extraordinary opportunity and genuine caring is why so many people choose to build their lives and careers with us.