Ricaurte Precision, Inc.

At a Glance Company: Ricaurte Precision, Inc. Location: Santa Ana, California Job Type: Full-Time Pay Range: $35-$45 per hour (DOE) Experience Level: Leadership / Senior Industry: Aerospace, Medical, Defense, Advanced Manufacturing Quality Systems: AS9100D ISO 9001:2015 Why This Role Exists Ricaurte Precision machines mission-critical, tight-tolerance components for aerospace and advanced manufacturing customers. As production grows and complexity increases, we need a Quality Assurance Supervisor to lead the Quality Department, strengthen our AS9100-certified Quality Management System (QMS), and drive continuous improvement initiatives. This role ensures compliance, accountability, and operational efficiency while supporting production goals and customer satisfaction. The Work You'll Be Doing In this leadership role, you will: Lead and organize the day-to-day operations of the Quality Department Schedule and prioritize Quality Inspectors to meet production KPIs Oversee all AS9102 First Article documentation , NCMRs, CAPA, calibration records, and KPI reporting Ensure compliance with AS9100D, ISO 9001:2015, and customer-specific requirements Monitor, measure, and review internal quality processes Report QMS performance to Management, including audit findings and corrective actions Participate in Management Review Meetings Oversee customer and vendor returns Support vendor quality system evaluations Ensure timely calibration of monitoring and measuring equipment Assist with incoming inspection and support production needs Lead Continuous Improvement initiatives related to quality and operational efficiency Communicate professionally with customers regarding quality-related matters This role blends technical quality expertise, leadership, documentation control, and operational coordination . Quality Systems & Environment You'll operate in an AS9100-certified precision CNC manufacturing environment with: First Article Inspection (AS9102) CAPA & Corrective Action systems Non-Conforming Material Review (NCMR) Calibration & Measurement Control KPI reporting and quality data analysis Cross-functional collaboration between Quality, Production, and Management What We're Looking For Required 3+ years leadership experience in Quality within a CNC manufacturing environment 5+ years total experience in a quality role 5+ years experience in machining / CNC manufacturing Strong expertise in AS9100D and ISO 9001:2015 Working knowledge of GD&T and blueprint interpretation Familiarity with inspection techniques and bench gaging equipment Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment Strong communication and organizational skills Inspection Knowledge Micrometers Dial indicators Calipers Drop gauges Optical comparators Standard bench inspection equipment Why Quality Leaders Choose Ricaurte Precision AS9100-certified, process-driven manufacturing environment Leadership role with real impact on QMS and operations Collaborative culture between Quality and Production Continuous improvement mindset Competitive pay and strong benefits Long-term stability in a growing precision manufacturing company Pay, Benefits & Stability $35 - $45 per hour , DOE Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Paid holidays and PTO Long-term growth opportunity within a technology-driven machine shop Apply Qualified Quality Assurance leaders can apply directly through hireCNC . Apply now or save this job to review later.