Quality Supervisor

Centrus Energy Corp.; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

Centrus Energy Corp. is seeking a Quality Supervisor to lead a combined team of Dimensional Inspectors and Quality Engineering Specialists.

You will oversee CMM programming, GD&T application, and release while guiding APQP, PFMEA, control plans, MSA, SPC, and 8D/5 Whys problem solving. Collaboration with Manufacturing, Design, Supply Chain, and Regulatory/QA ensures release readiness and risk mitigation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of dimensional inspection and CMM programming experience; strong GD&T expertise (ANSI Y14.5).
• Associate degree in a related field or equivalent quality/supervisory experience; leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day‑to‑day inspection workflow, staffing, priorities, and product release.
• Review inspections for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with drawings and specifications.
• Ensure integrity of inspection data within ERP systems; manage nonconformance documentation and closure.
• Maintain calibration and accuracy of coordinate‑measuring machines; oversee Zeiss Calypso programming where applicable.
• Drive safety practices and ensure compliance with all procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Guide APQP planning, PFMEA development, Control Plans, and process capability improvements.
• Lead measurement systems analysis (MSA) and build robust metrology strategies.
• Direct structured problem solving (8D) and verify corrective‑action effectiveness.
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering to strengthen process controls and reduce defect escapes.
• Represent QC in technical discussions to clarify requirements, acceptance criteria, and deliverables.
• Provide technical input for statements of work, inspection scope, inspection methods, and standards.
• Define quality deliverables (inspection plans, reports, certificates) and manage change control.
• Support readiness reviews, audits, and pre‑award technical exchanges to ensure alignment with QMS and regulatory requirements.
• Establish and report KPIs such as first‑pass yield, defect escape, turnaround time, and calibration up‑time.
• Identify and implement inspection‑process improvements and remove workflow bottlenecks.
• Coach teams in SPC and data‑driven decision making; maintain audit‑ready documentation.
• Ensure adherence to site QMS, ASME NQA‑1, DOE/NRC requirements, and internal procedures.
• Participate on audit teams and support regulatory assessments by preparing objective evidence and responses.
• Maintain independence of quality decisions and exercise stop‑work authority when necessary.

Skills

Dimensional inspection

CMM programming

GD&T (ANSI Y14.5)

Leadership

Quality systems

Education

Associate degree in a related field

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or physical sciences

Tools

Zeiss Calypso

ERP systems

CMM equipment

Job description

The Quality Supervisor leads a combined team of Dimensional Inspectors and Quality Engineering Specialists, integrating metrology, inspection execution, and proactive quality engineering to ensure components meet rigorous technical and regulatory requirements. In this role, the Supervisor oversees all dimensional inspection operations—including CMM programming, GD&T application, and release—while also guiding APQP activities, PFMEA and Control Plan development, measurement systems analysis (MSA), SPC initiatives, and structured problem‑solving efforts such as 8D and 5 Whys. This leader is responsible for developing talent through training, qualification, and mentoring of both inspectors and QE specialists, and plays a central role in coordinating with Manufacturing, Design, Supply Chain, and Regulatory/QA teams to support release readiness, resolve technical issues, and mitigate operational risk.

What You Will Do:

• Oversee day‑to‑day inspection workflow, staffing, priorities, and product release
• Review inspections for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with drawings and specifications
• Ensure integrity of inspection data within ERP systems; manage nonconformance documentation and closure
• Maintain calibration and accuracy of coordinate‑measuring machines; oversee Zeiss Calypso programming where applicable
• Drive safety practices and ensure compliance with all procedures and regulatory requirements

Quality Engineering Oversight

• Guide APQP planning, PFMEA development, Control Plans, and process capability improvements
• Lead measurement systems analysis (MSA) and build robust metrology strategies
• Direct structured problem solving (8D) and verify corrective‑action effectiveness
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering to strengthen process controls and reduce defect escapes

Technical Coordination

• Represent QC in technical discussions to clarify requirements, acceptance criteria, and deliverables
• Provide technical input for statements of work, inspection scope, inspection methods, and standards
• Define quality deliverables (inspection plans, reports, certificates) and manage change control
• Support readiness reviews, audits, and pre‑award technical exchanges to ensure alignment with QMS and regulatory requirements
• Establish and report KPIs such as first‑pass yield, defect escape, turnaround time, and calibration up‑time
• Identify and implement inspection‑process improvements and remove workflow bottlenecks
• Coach teams in SPC and data‑driven decision making; maintain audit‑ready documentation

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure adherence to site QMS, ASME NQA‑1, DOE/NRC requirements, and internal procedures
• Participate on audit teams and support regulatory assessments by preparing objective evidence and responses
• Maintain independence of quality decisions and exercise stop‑work authority when necessary

We'd Love to Hear from Candidates With:

• Associate degree in a related field or equivalent quality/supervisory experience
• 5+ years of dimensional inspection and CMM programming experience; strong GD&T expertise (ANSI Y14.5)
• Demonstrated leadership experience with technical teams, including staffing and development
• Working knowledge of SPC and deployment of quality tools and techniques
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Q‑level security clearance

A Successful Candidate Also Brings:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or physical sciences
• Experience with APQP, PFMEA, Control Plans, and process capability improvements
• Programming and operational experience with Zeiss Calypso and CMM equipment
• Experience in high‑precision metal forming, machining, or finishing
• 4+ years of experience in regulated nuclear applications (ASME NQA‑1)
• An active or previously held Q-level security clearance

Pay:

Estimated Starting Base Salary Range: $95,012 - $158,353. This position is incentive eligible. Centrus considers several factors when extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates’ key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. While the posted range reflects the anticipated hiring range for this position, compensation above the range may be considered for candidates with exceptional qualifications and directly relevant experience.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

This position will require a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test.

Centrus Energy and all subsidiaries shall abide by the applicable legal requirements. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

This position requires the successful candidate to obtain and maintain a Q security clearance. Candidates for positions requiring a security clearance are required to be tested for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR 707.4 prior to an offer of employment being made. In addition, once employed, employees will become part of a random drug testing program and may also be tested in the event of any incident causing injury or causing damage to property, or if it is determined that there is a reasonable suspicion the employee is under the influence of drugs or alcohol. This position will require preemployment background check on the part of the Company and in order to receive a Q security clearance, a background investigation by the Federal government. Subsequent Federal government reinvestigations may be required.

Centrus Energy Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.