Quality Engineer Supervisor

Norsk Hydro ASA

Sidney, OH

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Business Services, Capability Maturity Model (CMM), Coaching, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Documentation, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Engineering Management, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Insurance, Internal Audit, International Business, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Mentoring, Minitab, Operational Improvement, Operational Strategy, Performance Analysis, Prescription Drugs, Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Process Improvement, Product Programs, Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Quality Engineering, Quality Management, Receiving Inspection, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Requirements Management, Retirement Plan, SAP ECC (fka SAP R/3 and SAP ERP), Statistics Software, Systems Analysis, Team Lead/Manager
LOCATION
Sidney, OH
POSTED
5 days ago

Hydro Global Business Services (GBS) is an organizational area that operates as an internal service provider for the Hydro group. Its ultimate purpose is to deliver relevant IT, financial and HR business services to all business areas within the company.

What we offer you

  • Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
  • Education Assistance
  • Bonus Plan Eligibility
  • Parental Leave

Job Summary:

The Quality Engineer Supervisor is lead quality assurance and control activities to ensure products meet defined specifications, customer requirements, and regulatory standards. This role blends hands-on quality engineering expertise with leadership responsibility, including team supervision, process improvement, lab oversight, and cross-functional collaboration. This position reports to the Quality Manager.

What you will be doing

  • Lead, coach, and develop Quality Technicians, CMM Technicians, and Receiving Inspectors, including scheduling, attendance, and performance oversight.
  • Support development and maintenance of quality procedures, work instructions, and documentation.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, reduce scrap, and improve operational efficiency.
  • Partner with Engineering on new and existing programs to ensure capability and quality readiness.
  • Conduct capability studies and Measurement System Analysis (MSA), including gaga R&R evaluations.
  • Perform and support internal audits to ensure compliance with ISO/TS standards.
  • Ensure accurate completion of documentation, including training records, onboarding materials, and quality reports.

What will make you successful?

Required Education/Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
  • Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in a quality role within a manufacturing site.
  • Proven ability to lead, mentor, and influence teams in a fast-paced production driven setting.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

  • Prior experience in quality assurance and/or a supervisory role.
  • Strong knowledge of core quality tools; PFMEA, Control Plans, MSA, PPAP, and APQP.
  • Experience working with ERP systems (SAP/S4) and statistical software (Minitab).
  • Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, inspection techniques, and compliance standards.

Equal opportunities

Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.

As part of our recruitment process, we may use job‑related assessments in selected roles. These tools help us better understand work‑related strengths and support a fair and consistent hiring process. Any assessment results are reviewed together with your experience, qualifications, and interviews, and are never used as the sole basis for hiring decisions.

If you need an accommodation in order to complete the application, please contact Hydro Recruiting via email at recruiting.north.america@hydro.com

About the Company

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Norsk Hydro ASA