Quality Engineer Supervisor

Lake Air Products is a fast-growing company that is proud to live by our Core Values: Customer Focus, Passion for Performance, and Right People - Best Teams.

Purpose

We are currently seeking a 1^st Quality Supervisor for our Roseville, MN location. This is a great opportunity to make a critical impact as you work with manufacturing leaders and team members to drive continuous improvements and meet and exceed quality and cost objectives. 

Lake Air Products Offers: 

• Competitive Wage 
• Full Benefits Package
• 401(k) Match
• Paid Time Off/Holiday Pay 
• Gym Reimbursement 
• Tuition Reimbursement 

Key Responsibilities:

• Investigate and address customer complaints related to product quality, serving as the primary point of contact for resolving quality issues.
• Analyze statistical data and product specifications to determine current quality standards and establish quality and reliability expectations for finished products.
• Develop and implement inspection criteria and procedures, ensuring continuous inspection activities throughout the production process.
• Apply Total Quality Management (TQM) tools and techniques to enhance reporting and analytical processes across departments.
• Work closely with production teams to monitor and maintain control over materials, facilities, and products through rigorous inspection and testing.
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure the quality of all purchased parts and processes used in the production of company products.
• Review technical problems, quality concerns, and procedural issues within departments and provide actionable recommendations for improvements or changes.
• Engage with vendors to gather information and communicate requirements related to material, process, and component quality standards.
• Manage customer returns and maintain accurate job routings as necessary.
• Ensure the integrity of the inspection, measuring, and testing equipment calibration system is consistently maintained.

Qualifications:

• 3 years in a metal manufacturing including metal stamping or fabrication preferred
• Proven experience in a quality assurance or quality control role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems, inspection processes, and statistical analysis.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including production, suppliers, and vendors.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact effectively with internal teams and external partners.
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to maintaining high product standards and improving quality processes
• High School Diploma or GED required

Please note that if this position is located in our Roseville, MN facility, it may be subject to export control regulation. Unless an exemption applies, candidate(s) must be a U.S. Person* within the meaning of the law OR obtain an export control license. Candidates who do not meet the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements or choose not to pursue such positions are not disqualified from applying for other opportunities with Lake Air Products. Nothing in this posting should be interpreted as limiting applications based on nationality or citizenship status.
  
  *A U.S. Person under export control laws includes a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. permanent resident, or protected individual who has been lawfully admitted for temporary residence in the U.S. as a refugee or asylee under U.S. law.