Quality Supervisor

Bearings Plus is the aftermarket arm of Waukesha Bearings and are an industry leader in the repair, replacement and upgrade of fluid film bearings and seals. With the most advanced analytical expertise and precise manufacturing capabilities in the industry, Bearings Plus can provide expert solutions to the greatest rotating equipment challenges.

Waukesha and Bearings Plus are part of Dover Precision Components and ultimately Dover Corporation, who have annual revenues of over $8 billion.

THE POSITION

We are looking for a dynamic Quality Supervisor to establish BPI's quality assurance system and team, directly influencing customer satisfaction and site financial performance. You will be the driving force behind our continuous improvement efforts and defect reduction initiatives, establishing a robust and effective Quality Management System (QMS).This role requires a leader who can educate and train employees, inspire a culture of quality, and implement improvement activities such as Kaizen and Six Sigma to elevate the performance of DPO's value streams.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

Education:

• A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or Quality Engineering is highly preferred
• Significant experience (6-10+ years) in a relevant manufacturing environment may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality control and/or quality assurance within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Experience in a highly regulated sector (e.g., oil & gas, aerospace, nuclear) is essential.
• Practical experience in a precision engineering environment, specifically with CNC machining (3 & 5 axis) and metal cutting processes.
• Experience working directly with customers and suppliers to resolve quality issues and manage expectations.

Industry Standards Knowledge:

• Knowledge of industry-specific codes and standards, including ISO 9001, API Spec Q1/Q2, ISO 29001, ASME (e.g., B31.3, VIII, IX), and AWS D1.1.

Inspection & Testing Proficiency:

• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications, including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Proficiency with standard inspection equipment (e.g., micrometers, calipers, gauges, comparators) and coordinate measuring machines (CMM).

Quality Management Systems (QMS):

• Strong understanding and experience with implementing, maintaining, and auditing QMS requirements (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100).
• Experience with root cause analysis (RCA) and problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 5 Why, 8D, Fishbone, FMEA) to implement effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC), control charts, and quality improvement methodologies like Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma (Green Belt or Black Belt certification is a plus).

Leadership and Soft Skills:

• Leadership and Communication:Proven ability to supervise, mentor, and motivate a team of quality inspectors and engineers. Must have excellent communication skills to liaise with all levels of staff, management, and external clients.
• Problem-Solving:Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to identify quality issues and drive data-driven solutions.
• Organizational Skills:Highly organized, detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• System Leadership:Develop, implement, manage, and integrate a comprehensive QMS for DPO, serving as the primary quality control resource for problem identification, resolution, and continuous improvement.
• Process Excellence:Design, implement, and document procedures for process control, improvement, testing, and inspection. Establish and implement key metrics (process capability, control charts) to monitor system effectiveness and support data-driven decisions.
• Problem Solving:Lead root-cause analysis and problem-solving activities to identify and implement effective corrective actions and sustainable process improvements.
• Stakeholder Management:Interface with customer and supplier quality representatives, manage vendor performance, and ensure all purchase orders, contracts, and change requests align with stringent quality provisions.
• Team Management:Manage quality control personnel on a day-to-day basis, participate in engineering projects to represent quality assurance, and report key quality trends and losses directly to management.

MORE ABOUT OUR COMPANY

Bearings Plus are part of Dover Precision Components, who deliver performance-critical solutions for rotating and reciprocating machinery across the oil & gas, power generation, marine, industrial, chemical and general processing markets.

Ensuring optimum efficiency, reliability and productivity in even the most challenging operating environments with a portfolio of custom-engineered, precision-manufactured products, we are backed by robust research & development and comprehensive aftermarket services.

The Dover Precision Components portfolio includes hydrodynamic bearings, active magnetic bearings, system and bearing protection, and reciprocating compressor components - from renowned brands with unrivalled technology and application expertise.

Facilities in North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, supported by a network of technical sales representatives, enable us to take a globally interconnected approach to serving our customers' global and local operations. Our team is committed to safety, quality and continuous improvement in all that we do.

We are part of Dover Corporation overall, who are a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider with annual revenue of approximately $8 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Clean Energy & Fueling, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Climate & Sustainability Technologies. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 65 years, our team of over 25,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible. Headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under "DOV."