Quality Control Lab Lead — Drive Precision & Compliance

American Axle & Mfg., Inc.; Gallatin (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

American Axle & Manufacturing, Inc. in Gallatin, TN, is seeking a Quality Control Supervisor to lead the Quality Control Lab, ensure safety, maintain records, and meet production quality objectives.

You will supervise laboratory technicians, coordinate testing, calibrations, and vendor interactions, and drive continuous improvement while adhering to the company's policies.

This role requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent and 2+ years of QC experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent relevant experience.
• 2+ years Quality Control experience.
• Progressive leadership experience in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain adherence to safety standards.
• Supervise Laboratory Technicians and ensure policy compliance.
• Maintain accurate timekeeping for direct reports.
• Supervise Laboratory Technicians to meet/exceed customer expectations, conduct correct standardized test methods, and promote continuous improvement as a culture.
• Coordinate with internal departments, other testing facilities, suppliers, etc.
• Ensure the Quality Control Lab meets production objectives while maintaining quality.
• Schedule and coordinate daily lab testing requirements and maintain records of outputs.
• Coordinate internal calibration/verification activities and ensure records are maintained.
• Control departmental spending, consumables inventory, and limit equipment downtime via preventative maintenance.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Quality Control

Leadership

Manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent relevant experience

Job description

American Axle & Manufacturing, Inc. in Gallatin, TN, is seeking a Quality Control Supervisor to lead the Quality Control Lab, ensure safety, maintain records, and meet production quality objectives.

You will supervise laboratory technicians, coordinate testing, calibrations, and vendor interactions, and drive continuous improvement while adhering to the company's policies.

This role requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent and 2+ years of QC experience.