Supervisor Quality Control

Solenis LLC; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 77,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Solenis LLC in Milwaukee, WI, is seeking a Quality Control Supervisor to oversee the site Quality Management System and QC Laboratory, ensuring ISO 9001 compliance and alignment with customer requirements and regulatory expectations.

You will lead laboratory operations, supervise staff, manage the budget, and drive continuous improvement across production and cross-functional teams, with a focus on product quality, waste reduction, and safety.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of industrial quality experience; chemical manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience administering ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and team collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively across multiple departments and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and maintain ISO 9001 Quality Management System, including audits, corrective actions, document control, training records, and management reviews.
• Investigate customer complaints, quality concerns, and nonconformances; perform root cause analysis and support implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Coordinate daily laboratory operations to ensure accurate and timely testing of raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods.
• Maintain SAP Quality Management (QM) and Recipe Management systems, including bills of materials (BOMs), raw materials, and product versions.
• Analyze quality and process data to identify trends and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with production and cross-functional teams to improve product quality, reduce waste, and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Supervise, support, and develop laboratory personnel while fostering safe work practices, teamwork, and technical expertise.
• Manage the laboratory operating budget.
• Support compliance with Responsible Care®, environmental, health, safety, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Quality investigations

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Tools

SAP Quality Management

Recipe Management

BOMs management

Job description

Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company's product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments.

Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 78 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over ~23000 professionals in >160 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree.

For additional information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com or follow us on social media.

The Quality Control Supervisor oversees the site Quality Management System and Quality Control Laboratory to ensure compliance with ISO 9001 standards, customer requirements, and regulatory expectations. As a member of the plant management team, this role supports continuous improvement, addresses quality issues, promotes operational excellence, and supports the professional growth of laboratory personnel.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and maintain the ISO 9001 Quality Management System, including audits, corrective actions, document control, training records, and management reviews.
• Investigate customer complaints, quality concerns, and nonconformances; perform root cause analysis and support implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Coordinate daily laboratory operations to ensure accurate and timely testing of raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods.
• Maintain SAP Quality Management (QM) and Recipe Management systems, including bills of materials (BOMs), raw materials, and product versions.
• Analyze quality and process data to identify trends and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with production and cross-functional teams to improve product quality, reduce waste, and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Supervise, support, and develop laboratory personnel while fostering safe work practices, teamwork, and technical expertise.
• Manage the laboratory operating budget.
• Support compliance with Responsible Care®, environmental, health, safety, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related technical discipline.

Experience

Minimum of 3 years of industrial quality experience; chemical manufacturing experience preferred.

Knowledge & Skills

• Experience administering ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.
• Experience conducting quality investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action programs.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and team collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively across multiple departments and support continuous improvement initiatives.

We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification . If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you.

At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits which include medical, dental, vision & 401K, and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world‑class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.

Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Aff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

The expected compensation range for this position is between $77,270.00 and $113,322.00 plus discretionary bonuses. The exact compensation may vary based on your skills, experience and other factors permitted by law.