Inspection Supervisor

5193 Kalrez USA LLC; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Qnity is seeking an experienced Inspection Supervisor to lead inspection operations supporting our Kalrez manufacturing business at the Tralee Park facility in Newark, Delaware. You will provide frontline leadership to a team of inspectors ensuring products meet stringent quality standards and customer requirements.

You will drive operational excellence, develop staff, and partner with Production, Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain to improve quality, productivity, and process efficiency

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field OR High school diploma/GED with 10+ years of relevant manufacturing inspection, quality, or operations experience, including demonstrated leadership of people in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading teams in a manufacturing, quality, inspection, or production environment.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Experience working with quality systems, procedures, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate across all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and manufacturing reporting systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of inspection professionals in a manufacturing environment.
• Ensure products meet established quality requirements and customer specifications.
• Monitor daily inspection activities, staffing levels, workflow, and performance metrics.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to quality, productivity, and process efficiency.
• Investigate quality issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and quality requirements.
• Support production schedules by prioritizing inspection activities to meet customer demand.
• Partner with Quality, Engineering, and Operations teams to resolve product and process concerns.
• Train and develop employees while fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Maintain accurate documentation, records, and inspection reporting.

Skills

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Continuous improvement

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree or 10+ years experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Manufacturing reporting systems

ERP systems (SAP)

Job description

Are you looking to power the next leap in the exciting world of advanced electronics? Do you want to help solve problems that drive success in the rapidly evolving technology and connectivity landscape? Then bring your problem-solving, passion, and creativity to help us power the next leap in electronics. At Qnity, we’re more than a global leader in materials and solutions for advanced electronics and high-tech industries – we’re a tight-knit team that is motivated by new possibilities, and always up for a challenge. All our dedicated teams contribute to making cutting-edge technology possible. We value forward-thinking challengers, boundary-pushers, and diverse perspectives across all our departments, because we know we play a critical role in the world enabling faster progress for all. Learn how you can start or jumpstart your career with us.

Position Summary

Qnity is seeking an experienced Inspection Supervisor to lead inspection operations supporting our Kalrez® manufacturing business at our Tralee Park facility in Newark, Delaware. Kalrez® parts are trusted in the world's most demanding semiconductor, electronics, chemical processing, and industrial applications where quality, reliability, and performance are critical. In this role, you will provide frontline leadership to a team of inspectors responsible for ensuring products meet rigorous quality standards and customer requirements. You will drive operational excellence, employee development, and continuous improvement while partnering closely with Production, Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams.

What You Will Do

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of inspection professionals in a manufacturing environment.
• Ensure products meet established quality requirements and customer specifications.
• Monitor daily inspection activities, staffing levels, workflow, and performance metrics.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to quality, productivity, and process efficiency.
• Investigate quality issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and quality requirements.
• Support production schedules by prioritizing inspection activities to meet customer demand.
• Partner with Quality, Engineering, and Operations teams to resolve product and process concerns.
• Train and develop employees while fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Maintain accurate documentation, records, and inspection reporting.

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field OR High school diploma/GED with 10+ years of relevant manufacturing inspection, quality, or operations experience, including demonstrated leadership of people in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading teams in a manufacturing, quality, inspection, or production environment.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Experience working with quality systems, procedures, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate across all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and manufacturing reporting systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in chemical manufacturing, specialty materials, semiconductor, electronics, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis, or other continuous improvement tools.
• Experience with SAP or other ERP systems.
• Previous responsibility for staffing, employee development, and performance management.

Qnity offers a comprehensive pay and benefits package. To learn more visit the Compensation and Benefits page.

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Qnity is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit our