Quality Engineer Supervisor

Job Title: Quality Engineer Supervisor (Direct Hire)Location: Columbus, Mississippi (on-site)Compensation: $95,000–$120,000 base We’re partnering with a fast-paced, growth-oriented manufacturing organization seeking a Quality Engineer Supervisor to join their team. This is a direct hire opportunity with strong upward mobility and a culture that values continuous improvement and innovation.This role reports to the Quality Manager and plays a key part in building and enhancing a best-in-class quality management system. If you’re someone who doesn’t just maintain processes but actively improves them, you’ll fit right in.What You’ll DoDevelop, implement, and continuously improve quality systems and processesDesign and evaluate QA sampling systems, procedures, and statistical techniquesCreate and manage quality KPIs, ensuring follow-through on improvement initiativesLead and support corrective and preventive actions using a data-driven approachManage APQP processes for new product launches (PPAPs, FAIs, capability studies)Participate in MRB activities and collaborate across multiple divisionsConduct internal and external audits (customer, ISO, etc.) and drive corrective actionsInterpret engineering drawings, specs, and standardsSupport continuous improvement initiatives across operationsMaintain calibration systems and ensure compliance with QMS standardsInterface with customers and suppliers as neededWhat You BringBachelor’s degree in Engineering4–5+ years of quality/continuous improvement experience in manufacturingStrong experience with Lean Manufacturing and/or Six SigmaHands-on experience with:PPAP, FAI, capability studiesSPC & MSA methodologiesRoot cause analysis (8D or similar tools)Working knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 (Lead Auditor training is a plus)Experience with ERP and quality management systemsStrong analytical skills and ability to work through complex problemsExperience with metals (steel, aluminum, stainless) is a plusBilingual (English/Spanish) is a plusWhy This RoleDirect access to leadership and visibility across multiple divisionsOpportunity to build and shape quality systems—not just maintain themFast-moving environment where your ideas actually get implementedGrowth-focused culture that rewards initiativeIf you’re the type who sees broken processes as opportunities instead of headaches, this is the kind of role where you’ll thrive.