Senior Quality Control Supervisor

Since 1890, Pfeiffer Vacuum has been shaping the vacuum industry with groundbreaking innovations. Every day, over 4,000 employees at 10 production sites and more than 20 sales and service companies worldwide give everything for our customers. With our comprehensive portfolio, we offer solutions for all types of vacuum applications. We are not only driven by highest quality standards. It is our vision to be the most sustainable and fastest growing market player in our industry to drive technology for a sustainable future.    
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Job summary

The Senior Quality Control Supervisor is responsible for leading and governing all quality control activities across manufacturing operations, ensuring full compliance with:

Engineering drawings, Router, SOP and customer specifications

Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001/ Customer-specific requirement)

End-to-end quality control from incoming materials to final shipment, while driving continuous improvement, risk mitigation, and customer satisfaction.

This role acts as a key quality authority between Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Suppliers, and Customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Quality Control Leadership (IQC – IPQC – OQC)

• Provide overall leadership for Incoming, In‑Process, and Outgoing Quality Control activities
• Coordinate with QA to define and standardize inspection strategies for mechanical components, assemblies, and critical parts
• Ensure strict compliance with:
• Engineering drawings Router, SOP
• Customer specs, Copy Exact (CE), First Article (FAI), and change control requirements
• Act as the final quality decision-maker for product acceptance, deviation, or release under concession
• Adherence to Safety and 5S requirements.

• Team Leadership & Capability Development

•  Lead, coach, and develop QC Supervisors, QC Inspectors, and Technicians
• Define competency matrices and training plans for QC personnel
• Drive a quality mindset and accountability culture across the factory
• Support succession planning and talent development within the QC organization

• Measurement System Monitoring

• Ensure adequacy, capability, and compliance of:
• Measuring instruments and gauges
• CMM programs and advanced inspection methods
• Oversee calibration planning, audit readiness, and measurement system effectiveness

• Quality System & Customer Interface

• Ensure effective implementation and continual improvement of:
• Control Plans, SOPs, WI
• PFMEA / DFMEA
• Inspection and test plans
• Lead preparation and response for:
• Customer audits (e.g., AMAT, key accounts)
• Certification and surveillance audits
• Act as the primary QC representative in customer quality discussions, escalations, and audits

• Nonconformance, Risk Management & Improvement

• Lead investigation of:

• • Major quality issues
  • Customer complaints and escapes

• Own Root Cause Analysis and structured problem-solving:

• • 8D, 5 Why, Ishikawa, risk-based thinking

• Ensure effective Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA)
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to:

• • Reduce defect rates
  • Reduce Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ)
  • Improve process capability and robustness

• Cross-Functional

• Work closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, Product Management
• Support component and process change management: Change requests, validations, customer approvals

•  Authorities

• Authority to stop production, quarantine material, or block shipments due to quality risks
• Authority to approve or reject inspection methods and quality decisions
• Authority to escalate quality risks to management and customers
• Authority to approve QC-related procedures, standards, and training plans

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, or related technical fields.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in manufacturing and quality environments.
• 3+ years in a senior or leadership QC role is strongly preferred
• Proficient in quality management tools such as SPC, 7 QC tools, PPAP, etc.
• Experience in auditing quality management systems in accordance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, etc.
• Proficient in using measuring equipment such as CMM, height gauges, and similar instruments.
• Strong understanding of technical drawings and GD&T; proficient in their application.
• English: Basic level
• Computer skill: Office, SAP, Power BI….

💼 Your benefits

⚖️ Work-life balance & well-being

• Schedule: Monday – Friday (08:30 – 16:30) with hybrid option to WFH 4 days/month.
• Employee shuttle service from HCMC.
• 14 days annual leave + 1 fully paid day off for Christmas.
• Premium healthcare insurance package.
• In-depth health check package
• Modern pantry with free coffee.
• On-site sports & entertainment (badminton, table tennis, foosball, darts...)
• Birthday gift/ celebrations.
• Free lunch provided in air-conditioned canteen.

💰 Comprehensive financial rewards

• Competitive salary aligned with market standards.
• 100% salary payment during the probation period.
  • Social Insurance contributions paid on the full gross salary.
  • Monthly KPI bonus, lucky money, 13th-month bonus, and annual performance bonus tied to company performance.
• Childcare allowance.

🚀 Growth & culture

• Continuous learning with in-house training and an annual budget dedicated to your external skill development.
• A friendly, collaborative international environment with annual team-building trips and Year-End parties.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Requisition ID: 2991