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.
Requirements
Mission Readiness: - High school diploma or GED required.
- Completion of a quality program, trade school, or equivalent preferred.
- Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in quality inspection or manufacturing.
- Ability to read blueprints and use tape measures, calipers, micrometers, and other measurement tools.
- Familiarity with Geometrical Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) preferred.
- Experience with PC-based tools (Word, Excel, basic documentation).
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in inspections.
- Ability to work safely and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication skills to assist and guide team members and collaborate with other departments.
- Ability to coach and mentor technicians under the guidance of the supervisor/manager.
Travel Requirements:
Physical Requirements:
- May be required to stand, walk, sit, reach/pull/push with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel regularly.
- May lift or carry 50lbs. Weights exceeding 50lbs will require mechanical means to maneuver.
Become a part of our Builders and you too can... - Uphold Safety and Quality Standards
- Embody Team Spirit
- Relentless Customer Focus
- Convey Integrity, Trust, and Professionalism
- Execute with Excellence and Velocity
What Keel will build for you: - Comprehensive Benefit Package
- Competitive Pay
- 401K Match
- HSA/FSA
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Internal Referral Bonus Opportunities
- Shift Differentials
- Overtime Potential
- Paid on the Job Training
- Certification Sponsorship Opportunities
- Committed to Individual Career Growth
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What we build, builds us.