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Inspection Supervisor

4 days ago Brewer, ME

Job Description Summary

We are seeking a Plant-Wide Inspection Supervisor to lead inspection operations in support of stable, high-volume manufacturing. This role is responsible for ensuring product quality, process compliance, efficient inspection execution, and effective Gauge Lab management across the Bangor manufacturing site. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, a hands-on shop-floor presence, and a commitment to continuous improvement, standardization, and zero-defect performance.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop a team of approximately 20 quality inspectors supporting inspection and verification activities across Bangor manufacturing operations
  • Drive safe, efficient, and consistent flow through inspection processes by implementing standard work, prioritization, and timely escalation of issues
  • Ensure products and manufacturing processes comply with engineering drawings, specifications, quality standards, and global procedures
  • Partner with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams to support root cause analysis, corrective actions, and preventive actions
  • Oversee the readiness, accuracy, and control of inspection equipment, tooling, and gauges used to verify product conformance
  • Manage the Gauge Lab, including calibration coordination, gauge control, equipment availability, record accuracy, and compliance with applicable quality requirements
  • Monitor inspection and quality performance metrics to identify trends, drive improvements, and reduce risk of nonconformance
  • Ensure daily inspection activities are executed in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs), quality requirements, and safety expectations
  • Manage team performance, staffing priorities, and execution to meet production demands and quality objectives
  • Lead inspection planning and execution to ensure all required measurement and verification activities are completed accurately and on time
  • Foster a culture of accountability, problem-solving, continuous improvement, and zero-defect quality

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or a related technical field (OR High School Diploma / GED with a minimum of 5 years of experience in inspection)
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in quality inspection or quality control within a manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior experience leading or supervising inspection, quality, or manufacturing teams
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and quality requirements
  • Strong communication, organizational, and cross-functional collaboration skills
  • Hands-on, shop-floor-oriented leadership style with the ability to solve problems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
  • Experience with composite materials, structural products, or large industrial components
  • Familiarity with corrective and preventive action (CAPA) processes and root cause problem-solving methods
  • Experience with inspection planning, measurement systems, and quality documentation
  • Knowledge of lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or standard work practices

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $93,500.00 and $155,900.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on March 27, 2026.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, "GE Vernova") sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

Client-provided location(s): Brewer, ME
Job ID: GE_power-1963799557
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-03-28T18:32:18

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Unconscious Bias Training

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