Quality Supervisor

Overview

About Tate Tate is an independent brand operating within Kingspan Group, a global plc group of companies. Tate has been recognized worldwide as an industry leader in the development and manufacture of data center infrastructure solutions and commercial office raised access floors for over 60 years. With revenues of over $420m and growing, Tate collaborates with clients as a trusted partner to craft solutions with cutting edge design engineering.

Tate operates multiple manufacturing and commercial sites across the US, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia and is committed to sustainability under the Planet Passionate strategy.

Job Details

Location:

Glasgow, KY
Job Type: Full Time, Exempt

Reports to:

Plant Manager
Positions: 1

The Quality Supervisor will work closely with plant personnel to ensure effective quality processes are in place and followed. The Quality Supervisor will also oversee all other quality assurance functions.

• Oversees the quality team; communicates expectations clearly and ensures staff is appropriately trained for their specific job functions.
• Creates and maintains manufacturing work instructions and in-process check sheets in alignment with engineering drawings and specifications.
• Ensures quality of existing manufactured products by conducting shop-floor audits and verifying adherence to quality assurance processes and procedures.
• Collects and analyzes shop-floor data as a basis for continuous improvement and prepares daily, weekly, and monthly quality assurance summary reports.
• Ensures new products are launched with the highest quality by establishing QA processes before product launch via the qualification process.
• Oversees the performance of routine and job-specific performance tests to ensure compliance with internal and external specifications.
• Assists with continuous improvement of product and manufacturing processes to improve quality, reduce costs, and meet product quality objectives.
• Responsible for inspection and handling of nonconforming material and calibration.
• May assist with incoming inspections of materials as needed and root cause analysis on claims.
• Maintains awareness of individual contribution to and impact of quality, safety, environmental, and product compliance policies; reports quality issues, unsafe acts, and unsafe conditions to the proper personnel.

• Remain compliant with the Code of Conduct and Policies including the Kingspan Group Compliance Policy.
• Ensure duties related to product compliance adhere to the Product Compliance Policy, laws, regulations, and market demands.
• Responsible for tasks to achieve compliance goals within the Compliance Management System.
• Raise concerns related to the Compliance Management System to a supervisor, manager, or Leadership Team member, or through the confidential whistle blower service.

• A degree in a technical discipline or equivalent experience plus 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems such as ISO-9001.
• Experience with root cause analysis.
• Hands-on experience with quality management procedures to meet product engineering and market requirements.
• Understanding of process variability, its impact on product quality, and the use of statistical tools to measure variability and drive continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing as applied to the quality management process (preferred).
• Knowledge of metal fabrication processes (tube laser cutting, welding, etc.) and powder coating processes (preferred).
• Previous supervision experience (2-4 years, preferred).
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Pay range: $85,000 USD to $100,000 USD. Eligible for a discretionary bonus.
• Career scope and advancement: opportunities for growth locally and globally.
• Wellness and benefits: comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, 401k, and other options to support financial well-being.
• Corporate social responsibility: involvement in Planet Passionate initiatives focused on reducing carbon emissions and supporting communities.
• Skills development and mentorship: diverse and collaborative environment with access to senior leaders and experts for growth.
• Culture: collaborative, supportive team focused on innovation, ownership, and excellence.

Equal Opportunity Tate Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment may be contingent upon completion of post-offer requirements in accordance with applicable law.