Quality Assurance Supervisor EMEA

Victaulic Company; Nazareth; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive remuneration package

Modern working environment

Annual progression opportunities

Teambuilding and well-being focus

Global collaboration

Job summary

Victaulic in Belgium is seeking a Quality Assurance Supervisor EMEA to lead the QMS development across fabrication operations in the EMEA region.

You will supervise Quality Control Inspectors, ensure ISO 9001 compliance, manage calibration programs, and drive continuous improvement with Operations, Engineering, and Supply Chain.

The role requires a Mechanical/Industrial Engineering degree, 4+ years in quality engineering, ISO 9001 expertise, and willingness to travel up to 30% across Europe.

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Quality leadership

ISO 9001 knowledge

Root cause analysis

Documentation skills

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering / Manufacturing / Industrial Engineering

Tools

MS Office

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.