Precision Cleaning Supervisor

Precision Cleaning Supervisor Element Materials Technology - 3.0 Enfield, CT Job Details $32 - $37 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Quality control corrective actions Manufacturing management Document review (document control) Operations management Calibration Staff scheduling Regulatory compliance Hazmat Contamination control Compliance audits & assessments Six Sigma methodology implementation Corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) Mid-level Improving operational efficiency Team development Supervising experience Quality control documentation Continuous improvement Team management Production planning Conflict management Mentoring Batch records Cleanroom Equipment maintenance Overseeing audit functions Quality assurance within manufacturing Root cause analysis Training Production scheduling

Full Job Description Overview:

The Precision Cleaning Supervisor oversees daily operations of cleaning processes for aerospace components, ensuring all parts meet strict contamination control and quality standards (often tied to specs like AS9100 and NASA or defense cleanliness requirements). This is a hands-on leadership role—part production manager, part quality enforcer.

Salary:

$32- $37/hr

DOE Responsibilities:

1. Production & Operations Oversight Supervise technicians performing precision cleaning (ultrasonic, aqueous, solvent, etc.) Schedule and prioritize jobs based on production demand Ensure on-time delivery without compromising cleanliness standards Monitor workflow efficiency and reduce bottlenecks 2. Compliance & Quality Control Enforce adherence to aerospace cleaning specs (particle count, NVR, etc.) Ensure procedures align with standards like AS9100 Review and approve cleaning documentation and certifications Coordinate audits (internal, customer, regulatory) 3. Team Leadership Train and mentor cleaning technicians Enforce safety protocols (chemical handling, PPE, hazardous materials) Manage staffing, shift coverage, and performance evaluations Build accountability and consistency on the floor 4. Process Control & Improvement Maintain and optimize cleaning processes and equipment Troubleshoot contamination or failed inspections Implement continuous improvement initiatives (lean manufacturing, Six Sigma principles) Work with engineering to refine cleaning methods 5. Equipment & Facility Management Oversee maintenance of cleaning systems (ultrasonic tanks, cleanrooms, filtration systems) Ensure calibration and validation of equipment Maintain cleanroom standards (if applicable, e.g., ISO Class environments) 6. Documentation & Traceability Maintain detailed records for each cleaned part/batch Ensure traceability for aerospace compliance Support root cause analysis and corrective actions (CAPA) Skills /

Qualifications:

Technical:

Knowledge of precision cleaning methods and contamination control Familiarity with aerospace standards (AS9100, MIL-STD cleanliness specs) Understanding of materials, solvents, and compatibility

Leadership:

Experience supervising production teams Strong communication and conflict resolution skills Ability to enforce discipline without killing morale

Analytical:

Problem-solving in high-spec environments Ability to interpret inspection data and quality metrics

Company Overview:

Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to 'Make tomorrow safer than today'. When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access. While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development. Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.

Diversity Statement:

At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming "the world's most trusted testing partner". All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) "If you need an accommodation filling out an application, or applying to a job, please email "