QC QA Controls System Supervisor

Basic function

Expanse seeks a highly specialized and experienced QC/QA & Controls System Specialist to serve as the definitive technical authority on all control panel products. This is a critical, hands-on leadership role for which only those with extensive, demonstrable qualifications should apply. The successful candidate will be solely responsible for the rigorous inspection, validation, and certification of industrial control panels to ensure absolute compliance with all regulatory and safety standards, including UL508A, UL698A, and UL891. We require proven, deep technical expertise in low-voltage (480VAC) systems and advanced, verifiable proficiency in PLC programming across all major industrial brands. In return for this high level of expertise, Expanse offers a highly competitive compensation package commensurate with experience. This specialist will be instrumental in implementing and enforcing a robust Quality Management System (QMS) and championing continuous improvement initiatives through proven Lean methodologies.

 Organizational Relationships:

The position reports to the Director of Manufacturing and must maintain a sound working relationship with the customer(s), company management, supervisors, business management, team leads, technicians, administration, and vendors.

 Technical Responsibilities:

• Low Voltage System Validation: Conduct expert-level inspection, testing, and troubleshooting of all control panel wiring, components, and circuitry. A specialized focus and documented experience in ensuring safety and performance for 480VAC power systems is required.
• Mandatory Advanced Controls Functional Testing: Perform in-depth validation and debugging of complex PLC programs and control logic for all major brands, including but not limited to Allen-Bradley and IDEC, ensuring all systems meet or exceed precise specifications.
• Mandatory Regulatory Compliance and Certification: Ensure and document full adherence to all critical industry standards, including UL508A, UL698A, UL891, and Hazardous Location (HazLoc) codes. Ensure all products are certified for market release without exception.
• Mandatory Technical Documentation Management: Assume full ownership of the quality assurance documentation system. This includes developing and rigorously maintaining procedures for continual feedback to the engineering team on print red-lines and utilizing high proficiency in Microsoft Excel for advanced data analysis and reporting.
• Mandatory Systems Engineering Feedback: As a cornerstone of the QMS, inspect all panels against blueprints and specifications. Develop, maintain, and enforce a procedure for providing documented and continuous technical feedback to the engineering team to foster continuous improvement in design.

Leadership and Strategic Responsibilities:

• QMS Champion: Drive the development, documentation, and implementation of a robust QMS, ensuring it meets or exceeds all industry standards.
• Continuous Improvement Leader:
• Champion a LEAN culture, educating the team on the eight wastes and driving their reduction or elimination.
• Lead and enforce 3S (sort, sweep, standardize) endeavors in the quality area and participate in initiatives across the shop.
• Develop a quality program that provides daily, metric-driven feedback to the production team.
• Gather data to analyze and report rework losses and lead quality-focused special projects.
• Team Development and Mentorship: Lead, mentor, and develop quality technician(s), assigning and delegating tasks to execute on the strategic vision. Develop and implement training programs for production and quality employees to improve product excellence.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate work method updates with engineering and brief changes to the production team. Participate in all shop-wide continuous improvement activities and work with management to investigate other standards that enhance market competitiveness.
• Customer & Vendor Relations: Act as the technical liaison for customers by investigating feedback. Brief management on customer feedback and ensure timely notification of panel completions. Maintain procedures to mitigate risks of consumable shortages.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of the company's Quality Management System (QMS).
• Tool and Equipment Management: Abide by and enforce the implemented tool management program, monitoring equipment use and ensuring calibration requirements are met.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Candidates will only be considered if they clearly meet 100% of the following qualifications:

• Required Technical Experience:
• Advanced knowledge and hands-on experience with VFDs, PLCs, and other relevant electronic devices.
• Extensive experience with low-voltage electrical systems, specifically 480VAC.
• Proven ability to read, comprehend, and interpret complex electrical schematics and blueprints.
• Advanced knowledge of electrical theory and shop standards.
• Proficient/Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Educational Background: Graduate of a technical school with emphasis in electrical work or Associate's Degree is required or equivalent experience.
• Professional Requirements:
• Solid work ethic with the ability to effectively and regularly communicate in English.
• Dependable, trustworthy, and possesses a positive and productive attitude.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes extended hours.
• Must qualify for the UL - Manufacturing Technical Representative (MTR) role within 6 months with provided training.
• Willingness to submit to pre-employment, random, and for-cause drug testing.
• Physical Demands: Must be able to perform moderate physical activity, including lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds, with exposure to loud noise and potential electrical hazards.
• Cognitive Skills: Ability to perform complex mathematical calculations, diagnose intricate electrical problems, and apply logical reasoning in troubleshooting scenarios.
• Other: All qualified applicants must satisfactorily pass the background screen and adhere to company policies. Other duties as assigned.