Quality Assurance Supervisor
Salary : $70,000.00 + 12% 401K + 10% -15% Quarterly Bonuses
JOB SUMMARY:
The Quality Assurance Supervisor is a hands-on leader responsible for ensuring product quality and compliance with ASTM-F432 standards, customer specifications, and internal procedures. This position oversees all inspection and testing activities for purchased, in-process, and finished products used in strata control applications for the mining and tunneling industries. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong technical ability, data-driven decision-making, and a positive, strategic leadership mindset to drive continuous improvement and uphold quality excellence across the facility.
EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
· High School Diploma or GED required; Associate Degree or Technical Certification in Quality or Manufacturing preferred
· 2+ years of experience in quality assurance or manufacturing leadership (metal manufacturing, forging, or stamping preferred)
· Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality systems and OSHA regulations, A plus
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JOB REQUIREMENTS:
· Strong leadership, coaching, and problem-solving abilities with a positive, strategic mindset
· Strong understanding of metal manufacturing processes, inspection methods, and quality testing equipment
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Excel, and Word (ability to input data, analyze trends, and create charts such as control charts and Pareto analyses)
· Excellent attention to detail with a focus on accuracy, consistency, and compliance
· Effective written and verbal communication skills for collaborating with operators, supervisors, and management
· Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to coach employees, foster accountability, and lead by example
· Strategic mindset for identifying root causes, implementing corrective actions, and driving continuous improvement
· Strong organizational and problem-solving skills; ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment
· Dependable, punctual, and able to work flexible shifts as required
· Dependability to be consistently at work and on time with the ability to work a flexible schedule that may include all shifts (coverage or training).
· Manual dexterity, close visual acuity and upper limb coordination with light/medium (5-30 lbs) lifting capability during normal phase duties
· Ability to sit or stand as needed
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RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Supervise Quality Technicians performing inspection and quality control actions on raw materials, in-process components, and finished products
· Monitor daily quality operations to ensure ASTM-F432 standards and customer specifications are consistently met
· Operate and oversee use of quality testing equipment; ensure equipment calibration and proper usage
· Compile and analyze inspection data using Excel; prepare and present quality metrics, trends, and control charts to management
· Investigate and document nonconformances; identify root causes and lead corrective and preventive actions
· Coach and mentor team members to build skill sets, reinforce quality expectations, and promote a culture of continuous improvement
· Collaborate with production leadership to drive proactive quality improvements and reduce variation in manufacturing processes
· Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 standards and internal documentation requirements
· Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment that reflects company 5S and safety expectations
· Conduct employee performance reviews and participate in hiring, training, and disciplinary processes
Freqently Asked Questions
A Quality Assurance Supervisor in metal manufacturing must excel in strategic thinking, problem-solving, and coaching. They should guide their team to maintain compliance with industry standards while fostering continuous improvement, ensuring quality control aligns with both ASTM-F432 and customer specifications.
Supervisors in Morgantown oversee inspection and testing procedures, analyze quality data using tools like Excel, and coordinate with production teams. Their day often balances hands-on quality checks with leadership duties, ensuring ASTM compliance and driving improvements within the fast-paced metal manufacturing environment.
While a high school diploma is required, technical certifications related to quality systems, especially ISO 9001, are highly regarded locally. Experience in metal manufacturing quality processes and familiarity with OSHA regulations further enhance a candidate’s competitiveness in Morgantown’s quality assurance job market.
Morgantown's industrial sector maintains steady demand for quality assurance supervisors, particularly in metal manufacturing. Candidates with hands-on leadership experience and knowledge of ASTM standards typically find opportunities accessible, though competition increases for roles offering bonuses and comprehensive benefits like those at Welsh & Associates, Inc.
Welsh & Associates, Inc. emphasizes a data-driven leadership approach and continuous improvement culture within their quality assurance team. Supervisors here engage deeply with ASTM-F432 standards and receive attractive compensation packages, setting this role apart from typical supervisory positions in the local mining and tunneling supply sector.
At Welsh & Associates, Inc., the Quality Assurance Supervisor collaborates closely with production leaders to minimize process variations and implement corrective actions. This integration ensures that quality goals align with operational efficiency, reinforcing a proactive stance on quality management throughout the manufacturing workflow.
The base salary typically starts around $70,000 annually, with additional incentives including 12% 401(k) contributions and quarterly bonuses ranging from 10% to 15%. This compensation structure reflects the role's leadership demands and the specialized nature of quality oversight in metal manufacturing.
Proficiency in quality testing equipment, data analysis via Excel (including control charts and Pareto analyses), and a solid grasp of metal manufacturing processes are paramount. These technical competencies enable supervisors to uphold stringent ASTM-F432 standards and drive continuous quality enhancements.
Supervisors ensure that all inspections and testing activities comply with ASTM standards and ISO 9001 quality systems while fostering a clean, organized, and safe workplace. Their leadership extends to enforcing safety protocols aligned with OSHA regulations, safeguarding both product integrity and employee wellbeing.
With demonstrated leadership and technical expertise, supervisors can progress to senior managerial roles or quality assurance director positions. Continuous skill development, especially in ISO standards and data-driven quality strategies, opens pathways to higher responsibility levels within the industrial quality assurance hierarchy.
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