Quality Supervisor

Jamco Products; South Beloit (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jamco Products, Inc. in South Beloit, Illinois, is seeking a hands-on Quality Supervisor to lead the Quality Inspection team and drive quality excellence across our manufacturing operation.

You will oversee inspections, maintain ISO/compliance, and partner with Production, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations to improve processes. The ideal candidate has experience in manufacturing quality, strong leadership skills, and a passion for continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience in a quality role within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to interpret procedures, specifications, and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, coach, and develop Quality Inspectors and Quality Technicians.
• Support hiring, onboarding, training, and performance management activities.
• Develop and maintain quality training programs, records, and competency assessments.
• Oversee first article inspections, incoming inspections, in-process audits, dimensional inspections, and finished product verification.
• Ensure quality documentation and inspection records are completed accurately and maintained in accordance with company procedures and ISO requirements.
• Support ISO 9001 Quality Management System through audits, corrective actions, management reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead investigations into quality issues, customer complaints, and nonconforming materials using root cause analysis methodologies.

Skills

Quality oversight

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Jamco Products is seeking a Quality Supervisor to lead our Quality Inspection team and support quality excellence throughout our manufacturing operation in South Beloit, Illinois.

This position is responsible for overseeing inspection activities, maintaining compliance with our Quality Management System, supporting ISO standards, and partnering with Production, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations teams to drive continuous improvement. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who is passionate about quality, employee development, and delivering products that consistently meet customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise, coach, and develop Quality Inspectors and Quality Technicians
• Support hiring, onboarding, training, and performance management activities
• Develop and maintain quality training programs, records, and competency assessments
• Oversee first article inspections, incoming inspections, in-process audits, dimensional inspections, and finished product verification
• Ensure quality documentation and inspection records are completed accurately and maintained in accordance with company procedures and ISO requirements
• Support and maintain the ISO 9001 Quality Management System through audits, corrective actions, management reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Lead investigations into quality issues, customer complaints, and nonconforming materials using root cause analysis methodologies
• Monitor quality metrics to identify trends and reduce defects, scrap, and rework
• Partner with Production, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations to resolve quality concerns and improve processes
• Support new product introductions, engineering changes, and process improvement projects
• Promote Lean Manufacturing, 6S, and continuous improvement initiatives throughout the facility
• Foster a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and teamwork

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience in a quality role within a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to interpret procedures, specifications, and technical documentation

Preferred

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree
• 3+ years of manufacturing experience
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience
• Experience working within an ISO 9001 environment
• Knowledge of root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement methodologies

At Jamco, quality is everyone's responsibility. As our Quality Supervisor, you'll have the opportunity to lead a dedicated team, influence manufacturing excellence, and help ensure our products meet the highest standards for safety, durability, functionality, and workmanship.

If you're a quality-focused leader looking to make a direct impact in a growing manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you.