Quality Supervisor

YER USA; Berwick (Columbia County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

YER USA represents a U.S.-based industrial solutions provider seeking a Quality Supervisor to lead QA/QC activities on the production floor and ensure compliance with ISO and customer requirements. This role drives continuous improvement across engineering, production, and purchasing, mentoring Quality Inspectors and welding quality resources, and delivering practical, cost-effective quality solutions.

This hands-on leadership position requires a strong presence on the shop floor, balancing

Qualifications

• Engineering background or similar technical qualification preferred.
• Experience leading QA/QC in manufacturing, 4–6 years desired.
• Strong problem-solving and root-cause analysis skills.
• Hands-on leadership with shop-floor engagement and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve the Quality Management System (QMS) in line with ISO requirements and customer expectations.
• Lead internal, external, customer, and certification audits.
• Manage NCRs, CARs, root cause investigations, and corrective actions.
• Monitor quality KPIs and report quality performance to management.
• Ensure procedures, records, data books, and quality documentation remain compliant and up to date.
• Conduct internal audits and support supplier quality assessments when required.
• Spend significant time on the production floor supporting manufacturing teams.
• Identify, investigate, and resolve quality issues through practical corrective actions.
• Monitor quality trends, defects, rework, and customer complaints, implementing improvement initiatives.
• Support production and engineering teams with quality troubleshooting and problem solving.
• Lead, coach, and develop Quality Inspectors and quality personnel.

Job description

On behalf of a U.S.-based industrial solutions provider specializing in engineered mechanical systems and components for demanding applications, we are looking for a Quality Supervisor to lead the purchasing activities.

Summary

• Reports to: General Manager
• Scope: Quality Systems (QA/QC)
• Cross-functional collaboration: Engineering, Production, Purchasing

Company

Our client is a growing industrial solutions provider with strong engineering capabilities and a solid reputation for quality, reliability, and customer focus. The company delivers customized mechanical systems and components for complex applications, supported by a robust and international supply chain. Continuous improvement, technical excellence, and long-term partnerships with customers and suppliers are core elements of the organization’s culture.

Position

The Quality Supervisor is responsible for leading Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) activities to ensure compliance with customer requirements, regulatory standards, and internal quality objectives. This is a hands‑on leadership role requiring a strong presence on the production floor, working closely with operations, engineering, and quality personnel to drive continuous improvement and maintain a "Right First Time" quality culture.

The role provides leadership to the quality team, including QualityInspectors and Welding Quality resources, while supporting quality throughout the manufacturing lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Management & Compliance

• Maintain and improve the Quality Management System (QMS) in line with ISO requirements and customer expectations.
• Lead internal, external, customer, and certification audits.
• Manage NCRs, CARs, root cause investigations, and corrective actions.
• Monitor quality KPIs and report quality performance to management.
• Ensure procedures, records, data books, and quality documentation remain compliant and up to date.
• Conduct internal audits and support supplier quality assessments when required.

Production Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Spend significant time on the production floor supporting manufacturing teams.
• Identify, investigate, and resolve quality issues through practical corrective actions.
• Monitor quality trends, defects, rework, and customer complaints, implementing improvement initiatives.
• Support production and engineering teams with quality troubleshooting and problem solving.
• Ensure inspection activities are completed, documented, and compliant with project requirements.
• Promote a proactive quality culture focused on prevention and continuous improvement.
• Lead, coach, and develop QualityInspectors and quality personnel.
• Coordinate inspection activities and ensure effective quality coverage across operations.
• Maintain training records and competency matrices.
• Deliver quality-related training and awareness programs where required.

Project & Technical Support

• Participate in project reviews to ensure customer and regulatory quality requirements are understood and met.
• Support compliance with applicable standards and specifications.
• Ensure welding procedures, qualifications, and quality documentation are available before production begins.
• Work closely with engineering and manufacturing teams to deliver practical, compliant, and cost‑effective quality solutions.

Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or other relevant technical qualification preferred.

Experience

• 4 to 6 years' experience in a Quality Supervisor, Quality Manager, or similar leadership role within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in heavy fabrication, industrial equipment, pressure vessel, or related manufacturing sectors is desirable.
• Authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Technical Knowledge

• Familiarity with ISO quality systems, ASME, ASME BPE, PED, GMP, and GDP requirements.
• Working knowledge of fabrication, welding, inspection, and manufacturing processes.
• Hands‑on leadership style with strong shop‑floor engagement.
• Strong problem‑solving and root cause analysis skills.
• Excellent communication and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Ability to balance operational quality support with strategic quality initiatives.

Key Success Factors

• Visible and active presence in manufacturing operations.
• Drives quality improvements rather than simply reporting metrics.
• Builds strong relationships with production and engineering teams.
• Ensures compliance while supporting operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.