Quality Control Supervisor
Bal Seal Engineering · Lake Forest, CA · 1 mo ago
On-siteQuality AssuranceFull-time
Bal Seal Engineering is seeking a QC Supervisor to support the Quality Assurance department in overseeing all Quality inspection activity from Receiving Inspection to Shipping Audit as well as supporting interdepartmental projects and studies with Quality Assurance knowledge and resources. The Quality Assurance Supervisor manages the hourly Quality personnel and is their main point of contact for questions and support. About Bal Seal: Bal Seal Engineering delivers advanced sealing, connecting, and contact solutions that serve medical, aerospace, energy, and industrial markets. Our proprietary spring-energized seals and electrical contacts help customers achieve precision, efficiency, and reliability. Employees thrive in a culture that values craftsmanship, technical mastery, and close partnership with customers solving complex challenges. Reports to: QA ManagerDepartment: QA Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Develop, train, direct, coach, counsel, communicate to, monitor, appraise and manage personnelEnsure compliance to all company-wide and Quality Assurance-specific proceduresManage the MRB and Calibration processesCoordinate with Production Control to assist in meeting Production goals and to ensure inspection is completed in a timely mannerManage department to ensure inspection resources are properly allocatedEstablish performance metrics for inspection personnel and evaluate them accordinglyPerform other related duties as assigned Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Management, or a STEM field preferredLSS Green Belt preferred Experience:Minimum 5 years in a quality roleLeadership experience preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Strong leadership skills that inspire team with confidence and respect while motivating the members in a creative and effective mannerExcellent interpersonal skillsAdvanced computer skills (i.e. creating and revising procedures, people management software, creating forms, data manipulation)Intermediate software knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. email, calendar, creating tables, graphs, performing calculations, using plug-ins)Experience with product lifecycle management software (e.g. Agile)Experience with enterprise resource planning software (e.g. E1)Ability to learn and navigate custom/specialized softwareAbility to comprehend written instructions with industry-specific terms and technical conceptsFamiliarity with inspection plansFamiliarity with statistical process control (SPC)Ability to use manual gauges (e.g. micrometers, calipers, scales)Intermediate knowledge of visual inspection systems (i.e. Smartscope)Experience with mechanical test equipment (e.g. Chatillon force tester, United tensile tester, surface profilometer)Understanding of a QMS based on ISO 9001/AS9100 requirementsAbility to problem solveBasic understanding of statistical methods (AQL, mean, variation, control charts, histograms)Ability to speak, read, and write in English with technical proficiency (required)Ability to speak Spanish (preferred) Physical Requirements: This position is mainly sedentary; Therefore, required to sitProlonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computerWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to walk throughout the facilityFrequent lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds and occasionally lifting and/or move up to 25 poundsOccasionally will need to bend, stoop and squat Work Environment: The work environment conditions are typical of a manufacturing environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the basic functions. The noise level in the work environment ranges from quiet to moderate, however, hearing protection may be required if employee enters high noise areas as a part of their normal job duties. Benefits: At Bal Seal Engineering (BSE) we recognize how important your career and benefits are to you and your family. We offer a full suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability coverage, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, basic and supplemental life insurance, employee assistance plan, retirement savings and matching, and other developmental opportunities. We are committed to supporting the way you live and work. BSE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to complete the application process may contact Human Resources. This position requires access to information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Employment is contingent upon the applicant being a “U.S. person” as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15), which includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees, as required by U.S. export control laws.