Supervisor, Quality Control

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is a leading provider of cryogenic pumps, heat exchangers, process systems, services, and solutions for the LNG and industrial gases industry. We are a subsidiary of Nikkiso Company Ltd, a leading industrial manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with over $1.5 B in annual revenue, 8000 + employees worldwide, and publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

Summary

The Quality Control Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily quality control inspection activities throughout the manufacturing process to ensure compliance with applicable codes, industry standards, customer specifications, and company quality requirements. This position supervises Quality Control Inspectors, coordinates inspection activities, and supports the production schedule while maintaining quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have experience in welding, pressure vessel fabrication, ASME Code requirements, and quality management systems. This role serves as a key liaison between Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality Management, Authorized Inspection Agencies, and customer representatives to ensure inspection requirements and project deliverables are met.

The Quality Control Supervisor is responsible for employee development, workload planning, resource allocation, performance management, and continuous improvement of quality control processes. This position may also provide quality support to domestic and international facilities as needed.

Rate

$31/hr - $43/hr

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of Quality Control Inspectors performing receiving, in-process, final, and source inspections, as applicable.
• Plan, prioritize, and assign inspection activities based on production schedules, project requirements, and available resources to support timely completion of manufacturing operations.
• Oversee inspection and testing activities for ASME Code and non-Code products, including pressure vessels, piping, welded assemblies, and related equipment.
• Ensure manufactured products comply with applicable ASME Codes, approved drawings, specifications, quality procedures, and customer requirements.
• Review and verify inspection reports, material certifications, test records, weld documentation, and other quality-related documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Coordinate required inspections, witness points, and hold points with Authorized Inspectors, third-party inspection agencies, and customer representatives.
• Oversee the inspection, measuring, and test equipment calibration program to ensure equipment remains properly maintained and within required calibration intervals.
• Identify, document, and communicate product nonconformances, quality concerns, and inspection discrepancies to appropriate personnel and Quality Management.
• Initiate, review, and monitor Nonconformance Reports (NCRs) and support corrective and preventive action activities to ensure timely resolution.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, and other departments to resolve quality-related issues and minimize production delays.
• Monitor inspection workflow, labor hours, workload distribution, and department resources to maintain efficiency and meet operational objectives.
• Provide technical guidance to Quality Control Inspectors regarding inspection methods, welding requirements, dimensional verification, testing procedures, and applicable quality standards.
• Support welding inspection activities, including review of welding procedures, welder qualifications, weld symbols, and applicable inspection requirements.
• Coordinate and verify required nondestructive examination (NDE/NDT), pressure testing, and other inspection activities in accordance with approved procedures and applicable requirements.
• Participate in internal and external quality audits and support compliance with the ISO 9001 Quality Management System.
• Identify opportunities to improve inspection processes, documentation accuracy, quality performance, and departmental efficiency.
• Maintain accurate quality records and ensure required documentation is completed, organized, and available for audits, customer review, and project closeout.
• Train, coach, mentor, and evaluate Quality Control personnel to support employee development, technical competency, and consistent inspection practices.
• Communicate department expectations, performance objectives, quality concerns, and operational priorities to team members.
• Support staffing requirements, employee scheduling, recruitment, onboarding, and training activities in coordination with Quality Management and Human Resources.
• Monitor employee performance, attendance, productivity, and adherence to established workplace expectations, addressing concerns as appropriate.
• Promote and maintain a safe working environment by ensuring compliance with applicable safety procedures, personal protective equipment requirements, and safe inspection and testing practices.
• Provide quality control support to other domestic and international manufacturing facilities as business needs require.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position provides direct supervision to Quality Control Inspectors and is responsible for coordinating daily assignments, monitoring workflow, evaluating performance, providing training and coaching, and supporting employee development.

The Quality Control Supervisor works closely with Manufacturing and Quality Management to ensure appropriate inspection coverage, effective resource utilization, and alignment with production schedules and business priorities.

Work Environment

This position operates in both an office and manufacturing environment. The role routinely uses computers, Microsoft Office applications, quality management systems, standard office equipment, inspection tools, measuring devices, and testing equipment.

Work may involve exposure to manufacturing equipment, welding operations, industrial noise, varying temperatures, and active production areas. Appropriate personal protective equipment must be worn as required.

Occasional travel to domestic or international facilities may be required based on business needs.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk, hear, and use hands to handle or operate inspection tools and equipment.

The position may require prolonged standing and walking throughout manufacturing areas, bending, stooping, crouching, reaching, climbing, and working at various heights to perform or oversee inspection activities.

Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus to inspect materials, welds, components, and technical documentation.

The employee may be required to lift, carry, push, or pull materials or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Education and Experience

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; additional technical education or equivalent relevant experience preferred.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in quality control inspection within a manufacturing, welding, pressure vessel, piping, or related industrial environment.
• Prior experience in a lead, supervisory, or team coordination capacity, including assigning work, training employees, or overseeing inspection activities.
• Working knowledge of ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code requirements and their application to manufacturing and inspection processes.
• Experience inspecting welded assemblies, pressure vessels, piping systems, or similar fabricated equipment.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality management systems, inspection procedures, and quality documentation requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, fabrication drawings, weld symbols, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Experience identifying and documenting nonconformances, preparing inspection reports, and supporting corrective action activities.
• Understanding of inspection methods, dimensional verification, material traceability, and applicable testing requirements.
• Knowledge of safe manufacturing practices, including inspection and testing activities involving pressurized equipment.
• Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop employees while maintaining accountability for performance and quality expectations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with employees, management, customers, and inspection agencies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and the ability to maintain accurate electronic and written quality records.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in Welding Technology, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• Experience with ASME BPVC Sections II, V, VIII, and IX, and applicable pressure piping codes.
• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification or equivalent welding inspection training.
• Experience coordinating inspections with Authorized Inspectors, third-party inspection agencies, and customer representatives.
• Familiarity with nondestructive examination methods, welding procedure specifications (WPS), procedure qualification records (PQR), and welder performance qualifications (WPQ).
• Experience supporting internal or external ISO 9001 audits.
• Experience in cryogenic equipment, industrial gas systems, pressure-containing equipment, or related manufacturing environments.
• Previous experience supervising Quality Control Inspectors in a fabrication or manufacturing environment.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Nikkiso CE&IG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.