Quality Control (QC) - Supervisor

Company Overview 

Meridian Adhesives Group is a rapidly growing, full service global adhesive solutions provider, specializing in adhesive technologies used in electronics, industrial, and infrastructure applications. Fueled by a series of strategic acquisitions since its formation in 2018, Meridian has established itself as an adhesive technology leader for a broad, global, blue-chip customer base comprised of OEMs, distributors, and industrial clients with an expanding global footprint.

Job Summary

The QC Supervisor is responsible for quickly gaining an in-depth understanding of the company’s technology, internal processes, and ongoing projects, and applying this knowledge to daily activities of the Quality team. Duties include providing technical support for production, performing quality control activities and resolving quality concerns. Participation in audits, ensuring updated Safety Data, and communicating safety and handling requirements to production teams are crucial in order to meet and maintain product quality, identify, solve and prevent problems affecting product quality, maximize productivity, and comply with regulatory requirements.   

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

 The following duties apply to this position: 

• Rapidly develop an in-depth understanding of company’s technology base, technical and analytical capabilities, internal processes and procedures, on-going projects and priorities – and immediately begin incorporating such knowledge into daily activities. 

• Collaborate with the Product Development team on providing initial and on-going technical support for finished products and raw materials. 

• Guide, mentor and role model continuous improvement of the product development and technical support capabilities. 

• Assist in performing timely quality control on incoming raw materials, in-process, and finished goods and coordination of test results 

• Adjust formulas to reduce variation in finished goods from variations in raw materials 

• Perform lab work to confirm adjustments before they are communicated to production 

• Review manufacturing-related documents to verify compliance and record keeping for all manufacturing processes, quality checks, testing and sampling.  

• Follow up with implemented programs to ensure compliance by all employees and other personnel in the manufacturing facility.  

• Assist in investigating and correcting quality-related issues (including customer complaints) through collaboration with other departments.  

• Make proactive recommendations and offering/presenting solutions to improve quality and work efficiency.  

• Share knowledge, skills and information with other personnel in the quality and other departments. 

• Assist in the development and implementation of policies, operating procedures, quality systems and programs which ensure proper testing, evaluation, inspection, and technical support in order to meet product quality standards.  

• Participate in all regulatory, third party and customer audits and inspections, and corrective action response.  

• Ensure all raw materials and finished goods have up to date Safety Data Sheets and update electronic SDS records as needed. 

• Communicate with Production the identified proper PPE, handling procedures, and storage requirements 

• Perform additional duties as needed 

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise the quality team in Las Vegas  

• Ensure good performance by quality assurance techs by mentoring, training, setting expectations, providing accountability, and performing evaluations 

• Participate in hiring activity as needed 

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelors Degree of Science or Chemistry is required 

• At least 5 years of work experience in a quality control position and at least 2 years of experience in a supervisory capacity.  

• Experience with hands-on adhesive product development experience; and familiarity with polyurethane, polyurea, acrylic, vinyl ester chemistries highly preferred.

• Knowledge of adhesive markets (DOT, construction, caulks/sealants, etc) and compounding preferred. 

• Skilled and experienced in addressing multiple priorities/projects with minimum direction while prioritizing and maintaining focus. 

• Recognized as a valued resource for product recommendations, trials application support, quality improvements and problem solving. 

• Recognized for creativity and innovation skills; demonstrated ability to meet development objectives; results driven. 

• Ability to employ analytical trouble shooting tools in problem resolution and process optimization. 

• Energetic; demonstrated initiative and drive. 

• Structured, organized and focused; self-disciplined; minimal supervision required. 

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to function effectively within the organization. 

• Exceptional communication skills both internally and externally. 

• Experience leading UL and ISO audits and certifications. 

• Knowledge and experience with Stage Gate process and DOE methodologies preferred. 

• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and Outlook. 

Language Skills

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. 

• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. 

• Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors. 

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. 

• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. 

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.  

• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. 

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  This job requires extensive “Lab Bench” time. 

Location: Las Vegas, Nevada

Pay: This position has a base salary range of $75,000 - $80,000. The salary range represents the expected salary range for this position. The actual salary may vary based upon several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant skills/experience, time in the role, business line, and geographic location.

Bonus Pay: Meridian offers a performance-based incentive plan tied to company success. Eligible employees have the opportunity to earn a percentage of their salary, with bonus payments distributed yearly.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account Plans
• Retirement Plan with company contributions
• Generous Paid Time Off plan increasing based on seniority
• 11 Company Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short Term Disability
• Generous Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Annual Paid Volunteer Day
• Employee Assistance Program

Why Join Us

Meridian is a leading name in the adhesives industry, renowned for delivering innovative solutions and exceptional service to clients worldwide. Guided by our core values - Safety & Sustainability, Respect, Integrity, Accountability, and Teamwork - we are driven to make a meaningful impact in everything we do. When you join Meridian, you become part of a dynamic team that values diverse perspectives, fosters professional growth, and encourages bold ideas. We’re committed to creating a supportive environment where you can thrive, grow, contribute to groundbreaking projects, and help shape the future of our industry.

Meridian Adhesives Group does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms.  

Check out our website!

https://meridianadhesives.com/careers/

NOTE:         This document may be modified, amended or altered as needed as changes in duties and/or responsibilities are defined and/or re-defined. 

Salary : $75,000 - $80,000