Director of Quality

Director Of Quality

Super Steel, located in Mequon, WI, is an ISO-9001:2015 certified, industry-leading, Tier one, full-service serial production supply partner to global blue-chip Original Equipment Manufacturers. As a trusted strategic partner, we specialize in the production of complex weldments and turn-key finished products that meet precise quality standards. Our unparalleled full-service metal fabrication and supply solutions reduce our Fortune 500 customers' overall spend by exceeding their reliability, strength, and performance expectations. We offer a diverse range of supply options, including rapid response cut, form, and machining support, as well as full-service in-house contract metal fabrication, machining, coating, and assembly solutions. These services are well-suited for products that require a high level of manufacturing repeatability and accuracy.

About the Role

Super Steel is seeking a Director of Quality who brings strong, hands-on manufacturing quality experience across metal fabrication, welding, assembly, machining, and paint operations. This leader will oversee all quality engineering, inspection, systems management, and customer compliance while driving continuous improvement throughout the organization.

The ideal candidate has experience managing quality teams, implementing structured quality tools, and elevating quality performance in a fast-paced heavy-fabrication environment.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

· Quality Leadership — Lead and develop Quality Technicians, Inspectors, and Document Control staff.

· Quality Engineering Oversight — Manage quality engineering activities across fabrication, welding, machining, assembly, and paint.

· Advanced Quality Tools — Utilize PPAPs, PFMEAs/DFMEAs, QFD, process maps, and PPRs to strengthen quality planning and execution.

· Weld Quality Management — Oversee weld inspection programs, WPS/PQR compliance, welder qualifications, and weld integrity standards.

· Customer & Regulatory Compliance — Ensure adherence to customer specifications, contract requirements, and industry standards.

· Root Cause & Corrective Action — Lead structured problem-solving using 5 Why, Fishbone, DMAIC, and other methodologies.

· Supplier Quality — Manage supplier performance, incoming inspection, and nonconformance resolution.

· Audit Management — Lead internal audits and prepare for customer and third-party audits.

· Quality Metrics — Track KPIs, analyze trends, and present quality performance to leadership.

· Cross-Functional Collaboration — Partner with Operations, Engineering, and Supply Chain to build quality into every stage of production.

Required Qualifications

· 7+ years of manufacturing quality experience; heavy fabrication strongly preferred

· Experience managing quality teams or leading quality engineering functions

· Proficiency with PPAPs, PFMEAs/DFMEAs, QFD, process maps, and structured quality tools

· Strong understanding of welding processes, weld inspection, and WPS/PQR requirements

· Ability to interpret engineering drawings, weld symbols, and fabrication standards

· Experience with ISO-based quality systems (ISO-9001 or similar)

· Strong communication, leadership, and problem solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

· CWI or CWE certification

· Experience in metal fabrication or OEM manufacturing

· Background implementing or improving quality management systems

· Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and digital quality tools

Benefits

• Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement: As part of your benefits package at Super Steel LLC, you will be eligible for an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA). The monthly pre-tax reimbursement amount is determined by your age, while your spouse will receive $272, and each child will receive $135. This arrangement allows you to choose a health insurance plan that best fits your needs and provides support for qualifying medical expenses not covered by your selected insurance. This flexibility empowers you to make informed decisions about your health care with the financial backing of the company. Eligible the first of the month after 30 days of employment.
• Vision and Dental Insurance by Delta Dental. Eligible the first of the month after 30 days of employment.
• Voluntary Long-Term Disability, Short Term Disability, ADD&D, and Life Insurance. Eligible the first of the month after 30 days of employment
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): You will have the option to participate in a flexible spending account for health expenses. Eligible the first of the month after 30 days of employment.
• Paid Holidays: You will receive 9 paid holidays each year, effective the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: You will be eligible to participate in our 401(k) plan starting on the 1st of the month after 90 days of employment.
• PTO