Team Lead - Incoming Quality Inspector

GE Vernova; Rostraver Township (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Health Coach / 24/7 nurse support

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) retirement plan with employer匹配

Tuition & adoption assistance

Paid parental leave and holidays

Job summary

GE Vernova seeks a Team Lead for Incoming Materials Quality Inspection to supervise the day-to-day activities of the inspection team and ensure all raw materials, components, and sub-assemblies meet quality standards before entering production.

You will coordinate with purchasing, logistics, and manufacturing, maintain QMS records, and drive lean improvements while ensuring audit readiness across shifts and locations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma; technical education preferred.
• 3 years in manufacturing with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings, GD&T.
• Experience with SAP/Oracle ERP and digital QMS.
• Knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma.
• Experience with RCA/CAPA.
• Proficient PC skills.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Able to lift 35 lbs. and stand/walk for hours.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop inspection team; ensure safety and SOPs.
• Allocate resources for timely inspections.
• Bridge communications between shifts, locations, and suppliers.
• Track KPI and report production issues.
• Maintain audit-ready inspection records.
• Support continuous improvement and lean initiatives.

Skills

Team leadership

Quality inspection

ERP systems

GD&T

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

RCA/CAPA

Communication

PC literacy

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma

Technical School training

Tools

SAP

Oracle

QMS

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Team Lead for Incoming Materials Quality Inspection is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the inspection team to ensure all raw materials, components, and sub-assemblies meet established quality specifications before entering the production stream. The lead acts as the primary point of contact for quality issues with incoming parts and bridges the gap between the inspection team, purchasing, manufacturing, and department Supervisor.

Compliance & Documentation

• Coordinate with the purchasing and logistics departments to manage quarantined materials and returns to vendors.
• Ensure all inspection records are accurately documented in the ERP/Quality Management System (QMS).
• Maintain strict adherence to ISO standards (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100) and all regulatory requirements relevant to the product line.
• Perform internal audits of inspection documentation to ensure audit-readiness at all times.

Process Improvement

• Identify bottlenecks in the inspection process and implement lean improvements to increase throughput and accuracy.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to refine incoming quality requirements based on recurring supplier issues.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

As the Team Lead for Incoming Material Quality Inspection, you will:

Team Leadership & Development

• Mentor, and train quality inspectors on inspection techniques, safety protocols, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Resource allocation to ensure timely inspection throughout.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement within the quality team.
• Track and report out on production issues and stock investigations

• Assist in tracking key team KPI’s
• Maintain communication between all three shifts and both locations
• Ensure Team is on pace with workflow undefined
• Able to make needed decisions that impact team, production, supply chain, and suppliers
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Education: High School Diploma with continuing education in a Technical School preferred.
• Experience: 3 years in manufacturing environment with at least 1 year in a supervisory or team lead capacity.
• Technical Skills: Advanced ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings, blueprints, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and digital Quality Management Systems.
• Solid understanding of industry-specific quality standards, Lean Manufacturing principles, and Six Sigma methodology.
• Analysis (RCA) or Corrective/Preventative Actions (CAPA) as required.
• PC knowledge required
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• Communication and organizational skills are required
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• Able to Lead the team and address team as needed
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• Able to lift 35 lbs.
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• Able to be on feet and walking for hours
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• Able to sit and do computer work for hours
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Desired Characteristics

• Product Knowledge

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position only: The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on August 26, 2026.

• medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
• access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
• Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
• Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance and 12 paid holidays
• New hires also two weeks of annual vacation (which may be pro-rated based on start date)

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.