Quality Technician Team Lead
Built on Experience. Built for Skill. Built for You.
Keel was formed by bringing together three industry leaders combining generations of hands-on expertise in steel fabrication, shipbuilding, aerospace, and defense manufacturing.
That means when you join Keel, you’re joining a team backed by decades of proven craftsmanship and real-world results.
We build ships, defense systems, aerospace components, and heavy steel structures that serve critical missions — and we do it with pride.
Your Mission:
The Quality Inspection Team Lead assists and supports the Quality Supervisor/Manager by directing and guiding a team of Quality Technicians who perform dimensional and visual inspections. This role focuses on coordinating inspection tasks based on production priorities, supporting quality standards, and fostering a safe, organized, and efficient work environment.
Explore the Depth of the Role:
- Assist in directing and coordinating team members to complete dimensional inspection tasks according to priority actions.
- Assist with the implementation, interpretation, and maintenance of ISO9001 quality standards.
- Participate in internal audits as needed, supporting the supervisor/manager.
- Assist team members in verifying measurements and product conformity using calipers, tape measures, gauges, and other basic tools.
- Assist in maintaining accurate inspection documentation and logs.
- Assist in pre-shift briefings with the team on safety, inspection goals, and priorities.
- Deliver and receive constructive feedback to support continuous improvement of the team.
- Promote a culture of mentoring, development, and professional behavior within the team.
- Assist in maintaining clean and organized work areas and promoting 5S practices.
- Support personal and team safety by ensuring proper use of PPE and awareness of machine operation and hazards.
- Communicate clearly and effectively with team members and cross-functional groups.
- Assist in other duties as assigned to support the Quality Supervisor/Manager and department objectives.