QA Manager: Lean Quality Leader for Manufacturing

Nidec; Mankato (MN); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

Nidec Corporation is seeking a Quality Operations Supervisor to lead the inspection and calibration team at the North Mankato facility. You will oversee shifts, ensure productivity, and uphold ISO 9001 standards while driving continuous improvement across quality systems.

The role requires a bachelor’s in engineering, 3+ years in quality, and strong leadership. Proficiency in MS Office and English communication is essential; Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• 5-7 years’ experience in manufacturing with at least 3 years in a Quality role.
• Leadership in managerial or supervisory role.
• Union environment experience is a plus.
• ASQ certification preferred.
• Data analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Lean manufacturing and/or Synchronous Flow knowledge.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).
• Spanish as a second language preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision of Inspector and Calibration Inspector personnel.
• Manage employee work group across shifts and skill matrix for inspection and auditing.
• Validate timecards and ensure productivity standards.
• Train and evaluate new and transferred employees.
• Operate the document control system for quality documents.
• Control measurement gauges per contract and customer requirements.
• Improve metrics for safety and 5S workplace organization.
• Report on operational metrics and drive continuous improvement.
• Assist in PPAP, lean initiatives, and FMEA processes.
• Travel up to 25% as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Problem solving

English communication

Lean manufacturing

Synchronous Flow

Quality awareness

Spanish (optional)

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Nidec Corporation is seeking a Quality Operations Supervisor to lead the inspection and calibration team at the North Mankato facility. You will oversee shifts, ensure productivity, and uphold ISO 9001 standards while driving continuous improvement across quality systems.

The role requires a bachelor’s in engineering, 3+ years in quality, and strong leadership. Proficiency in MS Office and English communication is essential; Spanish is a plus.