Quality Lead

Xtend; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Xtend in Tampa, FL is seeking a Quality Lead to drive the quality domain across design and production. You will establish statistical control methods, bridge the gap between design and manufacturing, and ensure products meet technical specs and customer expectations.

You will lead inspections, manage audits, and develop standardized processes while collaborating with Production, R&D, and Supply Chain to sustain excellence.

Qualifications

• Mandatory background in quality.
• B.Sc. in Engineering is a significant advantage.
• 1–3 years of quality experience.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, including assemblies, wiring, and electronics.
• Analytical thinking with data analysis.
• Detail oriented in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Ability to analyze workflows and detect defects.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the company’s quality initiatives.
• Oversee end-to-end inspections, including Incoming, In-Process, and Final Product stages.
• Implement statistical sampling and testing methods for effective process monitoring and control (SPC).
• Provide technical solutions for quality issues arising in production or reported from the field (CAPA/Root Cause Analysis).
• Develop and implement quality procedures and workflows to ensure product and service excellence.
• Lead external and internal audits and the management of non-conforming materials.

Skills

Quality leadership

SPC analysis

ERP systems

MS Office

Reading drawings

Analytical thinking

Detail oriented

Team player

CAPA analysis

Education

B.Sc. in Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Quality Lead is responsible for leading the quality domain within the company. This role involves establishing statistical control methods, bridging the gap between design and production, and ensuring that all products meet or exceed both technical specifications and customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership: Lead and manage the company’s quality initiatives.
• Inspection Oversight: Manage end-to-end inspections, including Incoming, In-Process, and Final Product stages.
• Statistical Analysis: Implement statistical sampling and testing methods for effective process monitoring and control (SPC).
• Problem Solving: Provide technical solutions for quality issues arising in production or reported from the field (CAPA/Root Cause Analysis).
• Standardization: Develop and implement quality procedures and workflows to ensure product and service excellence.
• Compliance: Leading external and internal audits and the management of non-conforming materials.

Working Interfaces

• Internal: Production, R&D, Supply Chain, Engineering.
• External: Customers and Suppliers.

Requirements

Education & Experience

• Experience & Education: Proven background in the Quality field – Mandatory.
• Academic Degree: B.Sc. in Engineering – Significant Advantage.
• Professional Experience: 1–3 years of experience specifically in Quality.
• Technical Skills: Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Manufacturing Knowledge: Understanding of manufacturing processes, including assemblies, wiring, and electronics.
• Analytical Thinking: Precise analytical skills with the ability to read, process, and analyse data.
• Detail Oriented: High attention to detail with the ability to work in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Process Analysis: Ability to analyse workflows, identify weaknesses, and detect defects.
• Systems Literacy: Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office.

Personal Attributes

• Soft Skills: High-level interpersonal communication and a strong team player.
• Work Ethic: Highly organized with the ability to work independently.