Quality Supervisor

Crane Co.; Caldwell (NJ); Presencial; USD 118.000 - 145.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health care

Dental and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

15 days PTO

12 holidays

401k with company match

Education reimbursement

Descripción de la vacante

Crane Aerospace & Electronics in West Caldwell, NJ is seeking a Quality Supervisor to lead quality assurance for finished goods and components in aerospace manufacturing. You will train inspectors, drive process improvements, and ensure conformity to customer and regulatory requirements.

The role requires 2+ years in aerospace or regulated environments with 1+ year leadership, strong knowledge of quality systems, and the ability to read engineering drawings.

Formación

• 2+ years’ experience in aerospace or other highly regulated manufacturing environments with exposure to quality inspection.
• 1+ years’ leadership, supervisory, or team lead experience.
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems as well as Process Improvement and Control Techniques; reading engineering drawings; familiarity with manufacturing best practices, logistics, and safety management.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, collaborative mindset, and structured problem-solving with cross-functional teams.
• AS9100 familiarity and familiarity with QA tools and inspection processes preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Train, lead, and oversee Inspectors to ensure operational efficiency and adherence to quality standards.
• Develop, coach, and mentor employees through performance planning to drive growth.
• Review daily resource allocations to support production schedules and meet customer requirements.
• Monitor, report, and improve quality-related KPIs using data to identify gaps and drive corrective actions.
• Oversee preparation and completion of First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Maintain non-conforming material disposition in the system and approve purchase orders as needed.
• Make staffing decisions to build and grow the team to meet business needs.
• Support in-process and new product design/ introduction inspections; participate in audits.
• Assist with internal audits and supplier quality activities; support root-cause analysis.

Conocimientos

Communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Cross-functional teamwork

Attention to quality

Educación

High School Diploma

Descripción del empleo

## Quality SupervisorApply: Onsite: West Caldwell, New Jersey: Full time: Posted Today: JR102720**Crane Aerospace and Electronics** has an exciting opportunity for a **Quality Supervisor** at our West Caldwell, NJ location.**About Crane:****Crane Aerospace & Electronics** supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS). Every time you use phone navigation, make a bank transaction or have food delivered to your home, Crane Aerospace & Electronics Microwave product is hard at work. Located in the tight-knit, family-first West Caldwell, NJ., community, our West Caldwell facility supplies industry-leading microwave components and systems for use in space, defense and commercial applications, including GPS III satellites. With more than 60 years of expertise, our Microwave group has proven capabilities in major military, communications, electronic warfare, radar and satellite systems. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics! **Job Summary:**The Quality Supervisor is responsible for implementing and directing quality assurance efforts to ensure components and other materials in finished goods and products conform to quality standards based on the requirements and expectations of the organization and customer. **Quality Supervisor Essential Functions:*** Train, lead, and oversee Inspectors in their daily duties to ensure operational efficiency and adherence to quality standards* Develop, coach, and mentor employees through the use of performance planning to drive employee and business growth* Review the daily allocation of resources in order to support production schedule in order to meet established customer requirements* Monitor, report, and improve quality-related KPIs, using data to evaluate current performance, identify gaps, and drive daily problem-solving efforts* Oversee the preparation and completion of First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) to ensure compliance with customer and regulatory requirements* Maintain applicable non-conforming material system dispositions* Conduct purchase order approval activity* Make staffing decisions in accordance with management and human resource procedures to build and grow the team to meet the needs of the business* Support in-process and new product design and introduction inspections* Perform internal quality and safety audits and participate in internal and external quality audits to maintain compliance and continuous improvement **Minimum Qualifications:*** **Experience**: 2+ years’ experience in aerospace or another highly regulated manufacturing environment with exposure to quality inspection; 1 + years’ leadership, supervisory, or team lead experience.* **Knowledge:** Knowledge of Quality Management Systems as well as Process Improvement and Control Techniques; Ability to read engineering drawings, demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing best practices, process control, logistics processes (inventory management), engineering management (project management) and safety management* **Skills/Abilities:** Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a genuine passion for supporting and developing others, a collaborative mindset and a structured approach to solving problems with cross‐functional teams.* **Education/Certification**: High School Diploma* **Eligibility Requirement:** *This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).* **Preferred Qualifications:*** Certified ISO/AS lead assessor credentials* Bachelor's Degree* Familiarity with AS9100, FAI/AS9102 processes, CMM or Keyence optical systems, or other advanced inspection tools.* Previous supervisory experience within an aerospace or electronics manufacturing environment* Experience preparing or reviewing nonconformance documentation and participating in root‐cause analysis.* Understanding of industry standards such as MIL, ASTM, ASM, or NADCAP requirements.* Experience working with aerospace customer portals (Hamilton, Airbus, Boeing, Pratt & Whitney, GE, etc.).* Knowledge of FAA Part 21 and 8130‐3 documentation.* ASQ certifications such as CQT, CQI, or CQA **Working Conditions:*** Standard office environment* Work requires substantial visual concentration on detail* Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment* Periodic weekend shop supervisory coverage as needed* Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE* May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes* Travel up to 10% may be required* Standing: 30% \\*percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task* Sitting: 70% \\*percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task* Lifting (in pounds): up to 25 pounds* Pushing (in pounds): up to 25 pounds* Mental/Visual: use of computer, calculator, filing cabinets* Workspace: cubicle/desk **Top Benefits:**As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you’ll enjoy:* **Benefits:**Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month* **Time Off:**15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.* **401k Retirement Plan:**401k plan with company match* **Education Reimbursement:**eligible after 6 months of employment You can see a list of our benefits at https://www.craneae.com/company/careers or visit our website at www.CraneAE.com for more information on our company and great opportunities.We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.#LI-DA1 #CAE***Salary range: $118,000 - $145,000*** Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.*This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.**Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.*