Quality Manager

Supreme Steel Ltd.; Alberta; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading steel manufacturing company in Acheson AB seeks an experienced Quality Manager to lead their Quality team. The role involves managing quality systems, conducting audits, and mentoring staff while ensuring compliance with relevant standards. Candidates should have extensive experience in the structural steel industry, strong leadership qualities, and attention to detail. A competitive salary and benefits package, including flexible hybrid work options, are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible work options

Benefit package after three months

Self-directed RRSP program after one year

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ related Canadian experience in structural steel or manufacturing.
• Minimum 4 years in a Quality Management role.
• CWB Division 1 Welding Engineer preferred.
• Knowledge of AISC, CISC and ISO 9001 requirements.
• Detailed knowledge of Canadian and US Codes related to quality.

Responsibilities

• Managing quality systems and procedures.
• Mitigating quality concerns within the organization.
• Guiding and mentoring the Quality team.
• Conducting internal audits and reviewing QMS effectiveness.
• Developing project Quality Management Plans.

Skills

Quality Management Systems knowledge

Technical team leadership

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Welding or Metallurgical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Supreme Steel is currently seeking a self-motivated, client focused and highly efficient Quality Manager, who knows steel, to lead our Quality team at our head office in Acheson AB. Primarily responsible for implementing and enforcing a company-wide Quality Management System (QMS), fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability, the Quality Manager ensures services are provided consistently and in accordance with the highest of quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Managing quality systems including the Quality System database, processes, and procedures
• Managing and/or mitigating all quality concerns within the organization and associated projects
• Providing guidance and mentorship to the Quality Team
• Advising management of areas for concern
• Planning/conducting QMS internal audit and review the effectiveness of QMS
• Developing project Quality Management Plan (QMP) and Inspection & Test Plan (ITP)
• Participating in the quality project audit and certification body audit to maintain company quality certifications (e.g. ISO, CISC, AISC, CWB, etc.)
• Participating in the project kick-off meetings, ensuring project quality plans are executed and documented in accordance with the requirements of the contract
• Promoting and advocating quality achievement and performance improvement across the organization
• Interacting with Management and colleagues for reporting, strategy development and execution planning

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ related Canadian experience in the structural steel, bridge and/or manufacturing industry
• Minimum 4 years in a Quality Management role
• CWB Division 1 Welding Engineer preferred
• CSA W178.2 Level 2 (or equivalent certificate) recommended
• Bachelor’s degree in Welding or Metallurgical Engineering is an asset
• Knowledge of AISC, CISC and ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems requirements; legislation, quality codes and standards
• Detailed knowledge of Canadian and US Codes, such as CSA W59, W47.1, S16, S6, AWS D1.1/D1.5/D1.8, API650, API653, ASME Sect IX
• Ability to read and interpret drawings to verify alignment and dimensions of products
• Technical team leadership and problem-solving skills
• Exemplary communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Benefits

Supreme Steel offers a competitive salary, a benefit package after three months and a self-directed RRSP program after one year. This office-based position could have flexible hybrid work options considered.

How to apply

Please forward your cover letter and resume, in confidence, to [e-mail].

We thank all applicants; however only those candidates identified for further consideration will be contacted.