Supervisor - Quality Control

Quality Control Supervisor

Chromalloy is a global engineering & solutions company. We are a leading provider of aftermarket parts, repairs, and solutions that safely & reliably extend the life of aircraft engines and gas turbines. We develop, manufacture and repair critical turbine components for a range of engine platforms. Our solutions support the engines running the aerospace, energy and defense industries around the world.

Chromalloy employees are proud, passionate problem-solvers who strive to live our values every day. A career with Chromalloy is an opportunity to learn from top industry experts, work with important technologies, and unlock a passion for innovation. Join our team of experts, innovators and problem-solvers delivering world-class solutions for our customers. As a global company, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel represented, heard, and able to bring their best selves to work every day. Be part of something bigger with Chromalloy!

Our Total Rewards Program is designed to support you today and in the future.

• Comprehensive and flexible benefit options starting on day one, including medical, dental, vision, EAP, wellness incentives, and 401(k) with employer matching.
• Development & progression opportunities for every employee regular performance conversations, training and development curriculum, and engineering fellowship programs.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, paid holidays, and parental leaveall eligible on your first day of employment!
• Competitive pay, including eligibility for quarterly and annual bonuses, depending on role and site.

Eligibility for individual benefit plans may vary based on employment status.

The Quality Control Supervisor is responsible for leading the inspection and quality control activities within an FAA-regulated manufacturing environment operating under 14 CFR Part 21. This position ensures products conform to engineering, customer, regulatory, and quality system requirements through effective oversight of receiving, in-process, final, NDT inspection, and nonconformance management processes.

The Quality Control Supervisor provides direct supervision of inspectors and quality leads, supports regulatory and customer audits, drives corrective actions, maintains product conformity, and promotes a culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement in accordance with FAA regulations, AS9100 requirements, and company procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Direct daily activities of Quality Inspectors, CMM Inspectors, and NDT personnel as applicable.
• Ensure receiving, in-process, first article, source, and final inspections are performed in accordance with approved procedures and technical data.
• Monitor inspection workload and allocate resources to support production requirements.
• Verify inspection methods, sampling plans, and acceptance criteria are properly applied.
• Ensure all quality records are accurate, complete, legible, and maintained in accordance with FAA, customer, and company retention requirements.
• Conduct performance discussions, establish development plans, and promote accountability.
• Foster a proactive quality culture focused on regulatory compliance and customer satisfaction.
• Determine and maintain adequate inspector staffing levels to support production demand, customer requirements, and regulatory compliance.
• Lead the recruitment, interview, selection, qualification, and onboarding process for Quality Inspectors and Quality Technicians.
• Ensure inspectors are properly trained, qualified, authorized, and periodically requalified in accordance with regulatory, customer, and internal requirements.

Product Conformity & Nonconformance Management

• Ensure all products conform to engineering drawings, specifications, planning requirements, and approved manufacturing processes.
• Lead containment activities for nonconforming material and quality escapes.
• Review and disposition nonconforming product in accordance with company procedures and delegated authority.
• Support root cause investigations, corrective actions, and preventive action

Continuous Improvement

• Analyze quality metrics and trends, including scrap, rework, escapes, audit findings, and customer complaints.
• Implement process improvements to reduce defects and improve product quality.
• Support Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations to improve process capability and product conformity.

Customer & Supplier Support

• Support customer audits, source inspections, and quality reviews.
• Assist Supplier Quality and Purchasing teams in resolving supplier quality issues.
• Review and communicate customer quality requirements affecting production and inspection activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or related technical field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• 5+ years of quality experience in aerospace manufacturing, aviation, or other regulated industries.
• 2+ years of supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Experience working within AS9100 and FAA-regulated environments.
• Experience with inspection techniques, GD&T, blueprint interpretation, and measurement systems.
• Working knowledge of 14 CFR Part 21 and aerospace manufacturing requirements.
• Thorough understanding of AS9100 Quality Management Systems.
• Strong understanding of inspection methods, metrology, calibration, and statistical process control.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical publications.
• Experience with corrective action methodologies and root cause analysis.
• Proficiency with ERP, quality management systems, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

This position may require work hours outside of the regularly scheduled hours to meet operational needs. This may include work during evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Additional work hours are assigned based on business requirements. Non-exempt employees will be paid overtime in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

The salary range for this position reflects a broad spectrum of experience levels. Individual compensation within the range is determined by multiple factors, including relevant experience, education, certifications, job related skills, internal equity, and market conditions. We evaluate each candidate individually to ensure fair and competitive pay decisions.

Due to government regulation only US persons (U.S. citizen, U.S. naturalized citizen, U.S. permanent resident, holder of U.S. approved political asylee or refugee status) may be considered for this role.

Chromalloy participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Any offer of employment will also be conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen in accordance with company policy and applicable federal and state regulations.

Chromalloy is an equal opportunity employer - vets/disabled.