Quality Engineering Supervisor
Pubblicato il 28-10-2026 - Gazelle Global in Pomezia
Preferred Background: Mechanical, Electromechanical or Biomedical Engineering
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced and motivated
Quality Engineering Supervisor
to lead our Quality team and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing operations and production value streams.
The successful candidate will lead a team of Quality Engineers, Technicians and Inspectors, ensuring product quality, process reliability, regulatory compliance and customer satisfaction.
This role oversees incoming component inspection, non-conformance investigations, in-process quality control, and final quality inspection and testing.
Working closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain and Continuous Improvement teams, the Quality Engineering Supervisor will use data-driven analysis, structured problem-solving methodologies and Lean principles to improve quality performance, reduce defects and strengthen manufacturing processes.
The role also contributes to maintaining and improving the site's Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance with applicable international standards and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Quality Leadership:
Lead, develop and manage the Quality team, establishing clear objectives, work assignments and performance expectations aligned with site and business quality goals.
Manufacturing Quality:
Drive improvements in incoming inspection, production quality, process controls, final inspection and product testing.
Continuous Improvement:
Lead initiatives to reduce defects, non-conformances and Defects Per Unit (DPU), while improving First Pass Yield (FPY) and overall manufacturing performance.
Problem Solving:
Lead non-conformance investigations, root cause analysis and corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to prevent recurrence and improve product and process quality.
Data Analysis and Reporting:
Monitor, analyse and report internal and customer-facing quality metrics, identifying trends, risks and opportunities for improvement.
Process Control:
Ensure robust production and process controls are implemented and maintained in alignment with manufacturing requirements and Lean strategies.
Supplier Quality:
Collaborate with Supply Chain and suppliers to address component quality issues and support supplier quality improvement initiatives.
Quality Management Systems:
Support the implementation, maintenance and continuous improvement of the site QMS in accordance with applicable standards and regulations, including ISO ****, ISO *****, MDSAP, FDA requirements and EU Medical Device Regulation (MDR).
Regulatory Compliance:
Promote adherence to applicable quality, safety and regulatory requirements within a regulated manufacturing environment.
People Development:
Support recruitment, coaching, training and talent development to build a capable, engaged and high-performing Quality team.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering and Continuous Improvement teams to deliver sustainable improvements in product quality, operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor's degree in
Mechanical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering
, or a closely related engineering discipline.
Candidates with relevant engineering qualifications and demonstrable experience in regulated manufacturing and quality leadership are encouraged to apply.
Experience and Qualifications
5–8 years of experience in Quality Engineering.
Experience working within a regulated or certified Quality Management System.
Experience in healthcare, medical devices or another regulated manufacturing industry is highly desirable.
3–5 years of experience in supplier quality management.
3–5 years of experience applying Lean methodologies and continuous improvement tools.
At least 3 years of experience supervising or leading employees.
Experience with root cause analysis, non-conformance management, CAPA and process improvement methodologies.
Familiarity with ISO ****, ISO *****, MDSAP, FDA quality system requirements, EU MDR and applicable GMP/QSR requirements.
ASQ certification or relevant quality and regulatory training is an advantage.
If you are an engineering professional with a strong background in quality engineering, manufacturing excellence and team leadership, and you are passionate about driving continuous improvement and delivering high-quality products, we would love to hear from you.
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