QA Supervisor

Job Summary

The QA Supervisor is responsible for leading laboratory and QA operations, ensuring accurate and timely testing and inspection, compliance with quality standards, proper laboratory equipment management, and continuous improvement. The role also provides technical guidance and develops QA/QC personnel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Engineering, or equivalent

• At least 5 years of experience in Quality Assurance or Laboratory Management and 2 years of experience in supervisory role

• Experience in PVC-U pipe manufacturing, plastic extrusion, polymer testing, or laboratory accreditation is an advantage

• Knowledgeable in ISO/IEC 17025 and ISO 9001

• Knowledge in SPC, Root Cause Analysis, Measurement Uncertainty, Calibration, and Traceability

• Strong analytical, leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills

• Willing to be assigned in Dasmarinas, Cavite

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise daily laboratory activities and testing priorities in support of production requirements.
• Provide technical guidance on laboratory testing, product qualification, inspection, and evaluation.
• Review and interpret test results and data trends, and provide recommendations for process improvement and troubleshooting.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory management systems, including current test methods, SOPs, calibration, personnel competency, and proper documentation.
• Manage laboratory equipment, including preventive maintenance, calibration, repairs, and equipment recommendations.
• Coach and develop QA/QC personnel through training and competency assessments while promoting laboratory safety.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives such as root cause analysis, CAPA, process capability improvement, productivity improvements, and implementation of new test methods.