Quality Supervisor - Picking/Verification

MacLean Power Systems; York (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

MacLean Power Systems, headquartered near Fort Mill, SC, seeks a QA Inspector/Supervisor to oversee product inspection and testing, ensuring conformance to safety and quality standards. This role requires leadership of inspectors, training, and ensuring documentation accuracy in a manufacturing environment.

Candidates should have GD&T knowledge, experience with micrometers/calipers, and strong problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Must have strong ability to read blueprints and documents.
• Experience with inspection equipment such as micrometers and calipers.
• Knowledge of GD&T and basic blueprint reading is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and test products to ensure quality and safety standards.
• Oversee incoming and final inspection, accepting or rejecting parts.
• Lead daily/weekly QA workflow and supervise staff.
• Maintain QC records and ensure calibration is current.
• Prepare NCMR reports and participate in MRB meetings.

Skills

Blueprints understanding

Inspection equipment

Math skills

MS Office

Problem solving

Verbal and written comms

Leadership & teamwork

Education

HS diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Micrometer

Caliper

Optical comparator

Job description

Headquartered in Fort Mill, South Carolina, MacLean Power Systems (MPS) is a leading manufacturer of mission-critical and engineered components for the electric utility, telecommunications, and civil markets. Established in 1986 as a subsidiary of a larger parent company, MPS has grown substantially and now operates as a standalone company. A dedicated workforce of over 2,000 team members worldwide, MPS is renowned for its commitment to quality, responsiveness, and safety. Our focus on vertical integration ensures the highest standards across our product lines. We operate seventeen production facilities across North America and continually invest in our manufacturing capabilities to better serve our customers.

At MPS, we strive to create a workplace that embodies respect, openness, collaboration, personal growth, and entrepreneurship. We are committed to achieving excellence in Environmental, Health & Safety through our Mission Zero initiative.

Job Summary

Responsible for inspecting and testing products and overseeing incoming and final inspection to ensuring that products conform to the set safety and quality standards.

Job Duties

• Accept and reject products during in-process and final inspection
• Ensure sufficient manpower is available for planned work and shift coverage
• Assess inspection requirements and assign inspection projects and tasks to inspection personnel
• Ensure adequate training and Safety with inspectors within department, to support production needs
• Supervise and manage the daily and weekly workflow in Quality
• Prepare Non-Conforming Material Report (NCMR) reporting a product/material that does not meet the predetermined specification identified during in-process and final inspection
• Prepare / Conduct MRB meetings and feedback
• Work closely with Manufacturing, other Quality Assurance departments, and other support groups (e.g., Logistics, Warehouse,)
• Achieve Quality Assurance operational objectives by monitoring and assigning day-to-day activities, identifying, and addressing gaps and problems
• Maintain effective work instructions and operating procedures for inspection, per ISO/IATF requirements
• Maintain and store complete and accurate QC records
• Maintain and support Gage Calibrations
• Lead and direct the work of other employees
• Complete all necessary documents fully and accurately
• Adhere to 5S standards (e.g., maintain cleanliness of work area and all laboratory equipment, etc.)
• Follow all Safety, Environmental and Quality policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

Experience and Education

• High school diploma or GED required - bachelor's degree preferred, or Quality
• Experience in quality assurance, preferably in a leadership position (lead, supervisor, etc.)
• Manufacturing experience preferred
• Experience in GD&T / Basic Blueprint
• Ability to wear PPE
• Experience in ISO/TS 16949 preferred
• Experience in problem-solving and root cause analysis.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing practices, 5S, KPIs, etc. is a plus

Competencies/ Skills

• Ability to understand blueprints, documents and manuals
• Skill and knowledge of inspection equipment (micrometer, caliper, optical comparator, etc.)
• Basic math skills
• Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite of products (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Problem-solving skills
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Strong leadership skills and teamwork

EOE-Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Various agencies of the United States Government require employers to maintain information on applicants pertaining to factors such as race, sex, and type of position for which an individual applies. The information requested is voluntary and for compliance with certain record keeping requirements. MacLean Power, LLC has a long-standing commitment to equal employment opportunity for all its associates and applicants for employment. MacLean Power, LLC believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of race, color, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, domestic partnership status, ancestry, religion, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, disability, veteran status, age or any other protected group status.

All job offers are conditional, upon successful completion of pre-employment screening, including criminal checks, drug testing, employment, and education verification.