Quality Control Team Lead- 2nd Shift

Why Composite Factory? Originally established as Fibreworks Composites in 2009 by Guenther Steiner and Joe Hofmann, we grew to become the largest privately-owned composite manufacturer in the U.S. In 2019, we launched Composite Factory, an AS9100 / ISO-certified sister company serving the Aerospace, Aero Structures, Aviation, Defense, and Medical industries - sectors that demand the highest levels of traceability, certification, and quality. Now fully operating under the Composite Factory name, we have united our teams, experience, and capabilities under one brand. Rooted in motorsports, we are fully vertically integrated, bringing engineering, machining, tool-making, and production under one roof to deliver advanced Composite Structures with speed, precision, and unmatched quality. Join a team pushing the boundaries of advanced composites and building the future of the industry!

Position Overview:

The Quality Control Team Lead will manage the day-to-day operations of the QC Inspection Team at the site location assigned to by the Quality Control Supervisor (QCS).

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist QE & QCS with rolling out new inspection plans and ensuring qualified technicians are trained according to customer requirements and QMS standards.
• Train and develop skills of new quality control inspectors.
• Work with QCS to manage QC Department Training Records.
• Update QCS and Workflow Specialist, as needed when issues arise.
• Supervise QC staff, provide feedback, direction and support, as well as any corrective action necessary.
• Perform all duties in the QC Inspector Job Description, as needed, to meet minimum daily quantities.
• Ensure full compliance with QMS in completing documentation, providing product traceability and retaining inspection records.
• Ensure full compliance of all required internal ERP/MRP processes daily.
• i.e. GSS system QC processes (Push, RMA, Rework)
• Daily Balancing in GSS.
• NCMRs in NCR Database.
• Utilization of Planning System.
• And any other daily transactions.
• Complete employee performance evaluations/reviews, and send to QCS for review.
• Provide feedback to QCS and Quality Management on how to increase efficiency.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

What You Will Bring to the Team:

• High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED).
• A minimum of two (2) years of composite industry experience, or equivalent years of quality control experience in advanced manufacturing.
• Thorough knowledge of composite materials and related manufacturing equipment and processes a plus.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be well organized and have the ability to multitask.
• Attention to detail and good documentation practices.
• Self-starter, results-oriented individual with ability to organize and analyze data.
• Proficient with MS Office products.
• Knowledge of basic math and computer skills are important because measuring, calibrating, and calculating specifications are major parts of quality control testing.
• Must be able to use specialized tools and machinery when testing products (calipers, micrometers, depth gauge, gauge pins, Romer arm, Metra Scan, etc.).
• Ability to lift/carry up to 50 pounds and work in various physical conditions.
• Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident in compliance with ITAR regulations.

Our Investment in You:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
• 401(k) matching after 6 months tenure
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and sick days
• Employee referral program
• Shift differential for 2nd shift employees
• Potential to earn quarterly discretionary bonuses based on company performance
• Discounts on select services/products
• Climate-controlled work environment

Hours of Operation:

7:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Monday through Friday, with occasional weekends, overtime, and holidays as scheduled by leadership.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

Depending on the position and assigned duties, working conditions and physical requirements may include, but are not limited to:

• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, or sitting
• Climbing, balancing, bending, reaching, handling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, or pulling
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, or moving materials, products, tools, or equipment
• Using computers, machinery, material-handling equipment, hand tools, power tools, or other job-related equipment
• Performing work that requires hand-eye coordination, manual dexterity, and the handling of small parts or components
• Working around moving mechanical equipment and in areas with varying noise levels, temperatures, fumes, airborne particles, dust, chemicals, or other manufacturing-related conditions
• Wearing required personal protective equipment, which may include safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, protective footwear, respirators, or other designated PPE
• Using close, distance, peripheral, and depth vision, color recognition, and the ability to adjust focus when required by the position

The specific work environment and physical requirements will depend on the essential functions of the position. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. Equal Employment Opportunity: Composite Factory is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.