Quality Assurance Supervisor – AS9100 CNC Manufacturing | Santa Ana, CA

🔎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

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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.

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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.

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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

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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

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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

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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

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