Manufacturing Quality Control Team Leader

At Hitachi Energy, quality begins at the door—and this role is central to making that promise real. As a Manufacturing Quality Control Team Leader, you will guide and support a skilled inspection team to ensure that delivered goods meet our high standards before they ever reach production. You will shape processes, coach people, and continuously improve how incoming materials are inspected, documented, and released.

This role offers the chance to lead with influence, partner closely with suppliers and internal teams, and play a decisive role in protecting product integrity, safety, and customer satisfaction. You will work in a fast‑moving manufacturing environment where your judgment, leadership, and attention to detail directly impact operational success. If you enjoy balancing hands‑on quality work with team leadership and problem‑solving, this is an opportunity to grow your career while making a measurable difference.

Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

How you’ll make an impact

Lead and support Incoming Quality Control inspectors across assigned shifts

Assign inspection workloads aligned with delivery and production priorities

Ensure timely inspection and release of incoming materials and components

Review and approve inspection results and material disposition decisions

Manage supplier nonconformances and containment actions

Partner with Supplier Quality, Purchasing, and Engineering on issue resolution

Support audits, calibration activities, and quality system compliance

Drive improvement using incoming quality data and performance trends

Your background

Bachelor’s degree in Quality, Engineering, or related field, or Associate degree with 5 years of incoming inspection experience

3–5 years of experience in manufacturing quality or incoming inspection

At least 1 year of team lead or supervisory experience

Ability to read engineering drawings and understand GD&T

Hands‑on experience with inspection tools and measurement equipment

Strong communication, documentation, and problem‑solving skills

More about us

Purpose‑driven work advancing a more sustainable energy future

Inclusive culture that values teamwork, accountability, and continuous learning

Opportunities to grow across roles, technologies, and global locations

What We Offer

Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans

Retirement Savings – 401(k) with company match and additional contributions

Paid Time Off – Flexible PTO and paid holidays

Professional Growth – Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning programs

Family Support – Parental leave, adoption assistance, and fertility benefits

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