Quality Supervisor

Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries. Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.

What we offer you

• Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility
• Parental Leave

Job Summary: Supervises Quality and CMM Technicians, providing oversight and direction to ensure customer satisfaction and compliance.

What will make you successful?

Required Education/Experience :

• A two-year technical degree or engineering degree.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in quality assurance.
• Minimum of 2 years supervisory experience.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• Quality Methodologies: Deep understanding of standards like ISO 9001 and IATF standards, Lean, Six Sigma, Total Quality Management (TQM).
• Statistical Process Control (SPC): Using data and statistics (like Minitab, Excel) to monitor, control, and improve processes.
• Manufacturing/Production: Understanding the actual production process, equipment, and potential failure points.
• Software Proficiency: Expertise in quality management software, data analysis tools, and potentially ERP systems (like SAP).
• Motivating teams, conflict management, delegation, and team building.
• English, Spanish a plus

What you will be doing

• Complete all supervisor responsibilities for Quality Technicians, CMM Technicians, and Receiving Inspectors at multiple plant locations.ie: timekeeping, conduct accountability, and performance reviews.
• Assist in the development of inspection and sampling techniques, quality control plans, or process control procedures that will ensure production of finished products that meet quality specifications and standards.
• Assist in the development of departmental procedures, including updating and distributing manuals and other documents.
• Maintain receiving, in process, and outbound inspection procedures and techniques.
• Oversee preparation of scrap, salvage, and rework reports.
• Follow up on production problems related to quality.
• Work with the Engineering Department on old and new projects to assure proper tolerance capability.
• Perform machine capability studies and R&R evaluations on check gauges.
• Approve setup samples.
• Review SPC data, set control limits, and calculate CPK values.
• Ensure compliance on all test methods, documentation, and records.
• Accurately report and trend data measurement results as needed.
• Perform and assist with supplier audits.
• Assist with processing and charge backs for supplier responsible nonconforming material.
• Conduct internal quality audits to ensure procedures are being followed in compliance with ISO/TS.
• Support with lab equipment up time and support maintenance calibration and recovery.

Equal opportunities

Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.

If you need an accommodation in order to complete the application, please contact Hydro Recruiting via email at [email protected]