Lead QC & Electrical Testing Supervisor

Industrial Electric Manufacturing; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

IEM in San Antonio is seeking a results-driven Test & Inspection Supervisor to lead daily testing activities for multiple product lines, ensuring UL and customer requirements are met. The role oversees technicians and inspectors in a fully in-office setting as the plant comes online, coordinating with Production, Engineering, and Project Management to maintain quality and schedule adherence.

The ideal candidate has supervisory experience in manufacturing, strong knowledge of electrical testing,

Qualifications

• Technical degree or certification preferred; or 5 years in manufacturing field.
• At least 2 years of direct supervisory experience with production, engineering, warehouse and quality functions.
• Considerable experience with Measuring and Test Equipment is required.
• Advanced proficiency of Microsoft Office applications (Access, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Lean Manufacturing and process improvement preferred.
• Prior experience with ETQ Reliance and/or Infor (Syteline) ERP systems is a plus.
• Previous experience in manufacturing or production preferred.
• Thorough compliance knowledge for ISO 9001, NFPA, UL, and CSA.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily activities of Test Technicians and Inspectors supporting various product lines within the site.
• Align testing and inspection tasks with the production schedule and communicated priorities.
• Ensure adherence to UL standards, customer specifications, electrical testing requirements, and company policies.
• Oversee testing processes including hipot, megger, torque checks, functional testing, continuity inspections, and other required verifications.
• Verify all testing logs, data sheets, inspection forms, and digital entries are accurate and complete.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective or preventative actions for test or quality issues.
• Train and mentor team members on test procedures, safety practices, documentation, and equipment usage.
• Coordinate with Production, Engineering, Project Management, and Materials teams to resolve test failures, part shortages, or missing documentation.
• Maintain test equipment readiness including calibration, safety checks, and proper storage.
• Monitor daily performance indicators including first-time quality, test throughput, retest rates, and downtime.
• Communicate risk conditions, schedule conflicts, and equipment concerns to the Test and Inspection Manager.
• Support continuous improvement activities through accurate data collection and participation in process reviews.
• Enforce escalation procedures for safety events, quality issues, and critical equipment failures.
• Manage workforce expectations related to attendance, conduct, performance, and company policies.

Skills

Safety & compliance

Quality & technical

Leadership & teamwork

Operational problem-solving

Growth & development

Education

Technical degree or certification

5 years manufacturing experience

Tools

ETQ Reliance

Infor (Syteline) ERP

Microsoft Office (Access/Outlook/Excel/PowerPoint)

Job description

IEM in San Antonio is seeking a results-driven Test & Inspection Supervisor to lead daily testing activities for multiple product lines, ensuring UL and customer requirements are met. The role oversees technicians and inspectors in a fully in-office setting as the plant comes online, coordinating with Production, Engineering, and Project Management to maintain quality and schedule adherence.

The ideal candidate has supervisory experience in manufacturing, strong knowledge of electrical testing,