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Senior Incoming QC Lab Supervisor

Job description

Senior Supervisor, QC (Mechanical Inspections)
📍 San Diego, CA | 💼 Onsite


About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Supervisor, QC (Mechanical Inspections) to lead a growing Quality Control inspection team. This position is central to ensuring the highest standards of mechanical inspection and quality assurance. You’ll act as the face of the department from an IQC perspective, support both current operations and R&D initiatives, and guide the professional development of your team.


What You’ll Do

  • Lead and mentor a team of 5 inspectors, fostering growth, collaboration, and morale.

  • Oversee mechanical inspections, ensuring strong application of GD&T, blueprint reading, and inspection methods.

  • Support QC lab functions and provide input on new R&D drawings.

  • Represent IQC in cross-functional meetings, delivering insights on quality metrics, backlogs, and process improvements.

  • Train and support inspectors in technical and professional skills.


What We’re Looking For

  • Solid mechanical inspection background; GD&T and blueprint reading required.

  • Keyence machine programming experience highly desirable (training available if needed).

  • ISO 13485 experience preferred.

  • 12+ years of experience ideal, but open to Supervisor-level candidates with 7–10 years, or strong team leads ready to step up.

  • Leadership skills with the ability to motivate, coach, and maintain morale.

  • Medical device industry experience and presentation/public speaking skills are a plus (can be developed internally).


Compensation & Benefits

  • Base salary up to $125,000

  • 15% annual bonus (consistently paid out)

  • 401(k) with 8% match

  • Comprehensive benefits package

  • Clear promotion path with annual talent reviews to identify upwardly mobile employees


Why Join

  • Competitive pay with strong bonus and retirement benefits

  • Excellent work-life balance (8-hour days, Monday–Friday, no weekend work)

  • Supportive culture with opportunities for growth in a global organization