Quality Control Supervisor, Center Township, PA

About the role

ARDEX Americas is seeking a hands-on Quality Control Supervisor to support our largest manufacturing facility at our Corporate Headquarters in Center Township, PA. In this role, you will oversee day-to-day laboratory operations, ensuring raw materials and finished products meet established quality standards and specifications. You will lead a team of QC Technicians in a structured, process-driven lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily laboratory testing of raw materials and finished products to ensure compliance with specifications
• Supervise and schedule QC Technicians to support consistent testing workflows
• Verify accuracy and completeness of test data and QC records
• Ensure all lab activities follow established quality procedures and SOPs
• Manage nonconforming product processes, including timely review and release of quarantined material
• Maintain organized, clean, and safe laboratory environments
• Oversee calibration, maintenance, and inventory of laboratory equipment and supplies
• Coordinate and verify retesting activities
• Ensure QC documentation is complete, accurate, and properly archived
• Support audit preparation and documentation reviews as needed
• Collaborate with Quality, Production, Warehouse, R&D, and Technical teams to support daily operations
• Lead team meetings and provide ongoing support to production

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferred or minimum completed high school diploma with applicable work experience
• Previous experience in quality control, laboratory, or manufacturing environment
• Prior supervisory or team lead experience
• Exposure to Lean / Six Sigma concepts is preferred
• Familiarity with building materials or related products is preferred
• Experience with grout color matching and testing is highly advantageous
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and consistency
• Comfortable working in a structured, repetitive testing environment
• Solid understanding of quality processes, product testing, and lab practices
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple daily tasks
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Team-oriented with a hands-on, problem-solving mindset
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to travel up to 25% to other ARDEX QC locations in the United States
• Must be legally permitted to work in the United States
• A strong alignment to ARDEX Values: Fuel Passion, Drive Innovation, Embody Integrity, Embrace Responsibility, Build Belonging

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave to support growing families
• 401(k) with Company Match to help you save for retirement
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (effective the 1st of the month after hire)
• Company-paid Disability, Life, and AD&D Insurance and Travel Assistance
• Wellness Programs, including Telehealth and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Assistance for associate and bachelor’s degrees
• Discounted Gym Memberships to support your fitness goals
• Optional coverage for Pet Insurance, Group Accident, ID Theft, Legal Insurance, and more

Schedule

Full-time, Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., onsite at our Corporate Headquarters.

Location: 400 ARDEX Park Drive, Aliquippa (Center Township), PA 15001. Features scenic woodland trails and free parking.