Corporate Quality Manager

Sure Steel Inc; West Linn (OR); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Sure Steel Inc. in West Linn, OR is seeking a Corporate Quality Manager with a CWI to lead welding quality and fabrication QC across projects. This hybrid role requires frequent travel to job sites and commuting to our Portland office.

You will manage QC inspectors, implement QMS, perform audits, and drive continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with industry standards. Experience with UT, MT, and PT is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years in quality control for steel fabrication/construction.
• CWI certification preferred or required.

Responsibilities

• Quality Assurance Leadership: lead and supervise a team of quality control inspectors.
• Inspection and Testing: conduct inspections and testing of fabricated steel components and structures.
• Quality Management Systems: implement and maintain QMS and conduct internal audits.
• Continuous Improvement: drive initiatives to enhance quality performance and efficiency.

Skills

CWI required

Quality leadership

NDT knowledge

Welding inspection

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

UT (Ultrasonic Testing)

MT (Magnetic Particle)

PT (Dye Penetrant)

NDT certification AWS CWI/ASNT II/III

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: West Linn, OR 97068

Salary Range: $95,000.00 - $120,000.00 Salary/year

Travel Percentage: Up to 50%

Corporate Quality Manager with an active CWI. You MUST have a CWI for this position. You must be able to commute to our Portland, OR office and this role is a Hybrid role with traveling to job sites.

At Sure Steel, Inc., we are more than just a construction company – we are builders of success, integrity, and innovation. We have established ourselves as a trusted leader in the steel fabrication and construction industry. Our commitment to excellence, safety, and customer satisfaction has earned us a reputation for delivering top-quality projects on time and within budget. Our team is dedicated to delivering innovative solutions to meet the unique needs of each project, ensuring safety, efficiency, and client satisfaction.

Overview

The Corporate Quality Manager will play a key role in leading and overseeing quality control activities, ensuring the highest standards of product quality, accuracy, and compliance with industry regulations and project requirements. You will be overseeing the welding quality requirements for Sure Steel Inc. and Summit Steel LLC. This role will sit out of our Portland, OR office. You must have your CWI, and it would be nice if you also have your Certified Construction Quality Manager certification.

Key Responsibilities

1. Quality Assurance Leadership:

   • Lead and supervise a team of quality control inspectors, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure effective execution of quality control activities.
   • Develop and implement quality control strategies, policies, and procedures to enhance product quality, streamline processes, and optimize efficiency.
   • Act as a subject matter expert on quality control methodologies, standards, and best practices, providing technical expertise and guidance to cross-functional teams.

2. Inspection and Testing:

   • Conduct comprehensive inspections and testing of fabricated steel components and structures to verify compliance with project specifications, industry standards, and quality control requirements.
   • Utilize advanced inspection techniques and equipment, including non-destructive testing (NDT) methods such as ultrasonic testing (UT), magnetic particle testing (MT), and dye penetrant testing (PT), to assess weld quality and integrity.
   • Perform thorough dimensional checks and material testing to ensure dimensional accuracy, material properties, and conformance to engineering drawings and specifications.

3. Quality Management Systems:

   • Implement and maintain quality management systems (QMS) to ensure effective control and documentation of quality-related processes, procedures, and records.
   • Conduct internal audits and assessments to verify compliance with quality standards, regulatory requirements, and customer specifications, and initiate corrective actions as needed.
   • Facilitate external audits and certifications to demonstrate compliance with industry regulations, codes, and standards, and ensure alignment with customer expectations.

4. Continuous Improvement:

   • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality performance, efficiency, and customer satisfaction throughout the organization.
   • Analyze quality data, trends, and metrics to identify opportunities for process optimization, defect prevention, and waste reduction, and implement corrective and preventive actions accordingly.
   • Foster a culture of quality excellence and continuous improvement by promoting awareness, accountability, and participation in quality initiatives across all levels of the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Quality Assurance, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 5 + years of experience in quality control, inspection, or materials testing, with a focus on steel fabrication and construction projects.
• Strong technical knowledge and proficiency in quality control principles, procedures, and testing methods, including non-destructive testing (NDT) techniques.
• Certification in relevant NDT methods (e.g., AWS CWI, ASNT Level II or III) preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with multidisciplinary project teams, clients, and stakeholders.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to lead and mentor junior quality control staff.